11-Day Spain Road Trip from Pamplona to Valladolid, Madrid & Aranda de Duero

Your amazing road trip adventure in Spain begins when you reach the incredible city of Pamplona. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Pamplona is the Nh Iruna Park. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,542 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star hotels, like the Maisonnave. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,681 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Pamplona, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Pamplona has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona, Bar Gaucho. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,129 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona is Iruñazarra. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,442 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Baserriberri as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,064 customers.

Pamplona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pamplona is Bar Gaucho. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,129 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pamplona is Iruñazarra. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,442 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Baserriberri. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,064 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Parque Antoniutti, Ciudadela de Pamplona, Plaza del Castillo, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Chartered Community of Navarre is the amazing Parque Antoniutti. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,643 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible citadel, Ciudadela de Pamplona.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Chartered Community of Navarre is the outstanding Plaza del Castillo. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,226 visitors.

Royal Palace of Olite is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Chartered Community of Navarre. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,893 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Valladolid, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Valladolid is the 3-star Silken Juan De Austria. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,473 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Vincci Frontaura is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Valladolid. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,405 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Jero, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

Locals also recommend La Tasquita as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. La Tasquita is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is La Parrilla De San Lorenzo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,433 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurante Jero, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Tasquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

Alternatively, Villa Paramesa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Castile and León. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Alcázar de Segovia, Aqueduct of Segovia, Royal Palace of La Granja of San Ildefonso, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Castile and León is Alcázar de Segovia. As one of the top sights in the area, around 754,946 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an alcázar and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 41,792 visitors.

Aqueduct of Segovia is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Castile and León. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 41,792 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Castile and León is Royal Palace of La Granja of San Ildefonso. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,303 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Parque Campo Grande. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,638 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Valladolid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, like Restaurante Niza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,745 customers.

Eh Voilà! Crêpstaurante Casual is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,277 customers.

Locals enjoy Villa Paramesa, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Valladolid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid, THE VILLA GIN BAR. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurante Pide por esa Boquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

El Corcho is another of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,211 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Castile and León. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Burgos Cathedral, Catedral de León, Plaza Mayor, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Castile and León is Burgos Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,148 visitors.

Catedral de León is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Castile and León. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,148 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Castile and León is Plaza Mayor. This amazing attraction and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,213 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Valladolid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, like Restaurante asador El Figón de Recoletos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,744 customers.

Restaurante Paco Espinosa is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,008 customers.

Locals enjoy El Consejero del Rey, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Valladolid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 953 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid, The Lost Child Cocktail's Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,106 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurante El Gallo. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 750 customers.

Bar Leyva is another of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Castile and León. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Muralla de Ávila, Huerto de Calixto y Melibea, Salamanca Cathedral, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Castile and León is Muralla de Ávila. This incredible attraction is a city walls and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,814 visitors.

Huerto de Calixto y Melibea is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Castile and León. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,814 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Castile and León is Salamanca Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,889 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Plaza Mayor. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 57,275 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Valladolid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, like GastroLava. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Restaurante Gabi García| Valladolid is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Locals enjoy Trigo, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Valladolid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid, El Cortijo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 611 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Tívoli. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 536 customers.

Les Paul is another of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 474 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

Day 6 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Plaza de España, San Miguel Market, Plaza Mayor, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Community of Madrid is the amazing Plaza de España. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 91,769 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible building, San Miguel Market.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Community of Madrid is the outstanding Plaza Mayor. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 145,223 visitors.

El Retiro Park is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Community of Madrid. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 157,844 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This association football venue is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 115,572 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Madrid, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Madrid is the 4-star Madrid Marriott Auditorium Hotel & Conference Center. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,129 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Eurostars Madrid Tower Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Madrid. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,531 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Axor Madrid Feria Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,355 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Salmon Guru, one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

Locals also recommend Coque as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. Coque is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is El Social. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

After dinner, visit Salmon Guru, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El miniBAR. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Alternatively, James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Community of Madrid. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Royal Palace of Madrid, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Great Pond of El Retiro, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Community of Madrid is Royal Palace of Madrid. This incredible attraction is a royal palace and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 71,288 visitors.

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Community of Madrid. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 71,288 visitors. Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía attracts about 1 traveler annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Community of Madrid is Great Pond of El Retiro. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,282 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Museo Nacional del Prado. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,257 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,497,345 come to this beautiful attraction to enhance their travel experience in Community of Madrid.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Madrid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid, like Sobrino de Botín. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers.

El miniBAR is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Madrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Locals enjoy James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Madrid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, Areia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Lambuzo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,622 customers.

Del Diego Cocktail Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,245 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Community of Madrid. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Las Ventas Bullring, Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Catedral de la Almudena, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Community of Madrid is Las Ventas Bullring. This incredible attraction is a bullring and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 28,384 visitors.

Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Community of Madrid. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,384 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Community of Madrid is Catedral de la Almudena. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,409 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Temple of Debod. This egyptian temple and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 41,952 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Madrid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid, like Areia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

La Mi Venta is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Madrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,658 customers.

Locals enjoy DiverXO, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Madrid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,255 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, Harvey's Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Sambhad cocktail bar terraza. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

Baton Rouge Cocktail Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

Day 9 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Palacio de Cristal, Puerta de Alcalá, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Community of Madrid is the amazing Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. As such, over 978,064 people visit Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum yearly. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 31,241 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible building, Palacio de Cristal.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Community of Madrid is the outstanding Puerta de Alcalá. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 42,109 visitors. Approximately 978,064 travelers come to Community of Madrid every year to see the stunning Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum with their own eyes.

Royal Palace of Aranjuez is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Community of Madrid. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,578 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the town of Aranda de Duero, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the town of Aranda de Duero is the 4-star Torremilanos. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 162 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Villa de Aranda is a luxurious place to stay in the town of Aranda de Duero. This hotel is rated an average of 3.7 out of 5 stars by 521 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 2-star Restaurante y Hotel Puerta de Aranda. This 2-star hotel has an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars by 2 guests.

After dinner, visit Bodega Historica Don Carlos, which is considered one of the best bars in the town of Aranda de Duero. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 193 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ribiértete (Bodega subterránea, …). This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

Day 10 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Vizcaya Bridge, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Zubizuri, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Autonomous Community of the Basque Country is the amazing Vizcaya Bridge. This attraction is a suspension bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,975 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum building, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 61,769 visitors, it's easy to understand why Guggenheim Museum Bilbao welcomes around 1,002,963 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Autonomous Community of the Basque Country is the outstanding Zubizuri. This footbridge has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,004 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pamplona, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Pamplona is the 3-star Maisonnave. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,681 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Nh Iruna Park is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Pamplona. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,542 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Olla, one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,672 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Anttonenea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona. Restaurante Anttonenea is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona is Restaurante La Vieja Iruña. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurante La Vieja Iruña, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Pamplona. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The House Beer. Old Town Centre. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Alternatively, Napargar Cervecería is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Pamplona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 641 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!

Day 11 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Pamplona before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the city of Pamplona before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to Spain and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in Spain!