4-Day Spain Road Trip from Alicante to Valencia

Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Alicante. You’ll stay in Alicante for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Alicante has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Canalejas. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,593 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante, El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Temple Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant L'Ereta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

Alicante also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Alicante is 26 Cocktail Room. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Alicante is El Garaje Bar Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Spain!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Alicante. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Valencia. You’ll stay in Valencia for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Alicante’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Alicante, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Santa Bárbara Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,044 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Archaeological Museum of Alicante to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Archaeological Museum of Alicante is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

The lovely Mercado Central de Alicante is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 24,503 visitors have left this building average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Parc El Palmeral. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 6,211 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Alicante has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Valencia. Valencia offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Asador El Porteño. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,693 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is another top restaurant in Valencia we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Valencia, the fantastic Fox Congo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,530 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar Mistela. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Puerta del Mar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 3 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Alicante and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Alicante. You will stay in Alicante for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Alicante is the amazing Mercat Central. This attraction is a market hall that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fortified tower, Serrano Towers. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Alicante by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Spain. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Steki Restaurante, one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante L'Atelier as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. Restaurante L'Atelier is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is El Garaje Bar Alicante. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

After dinner, visit LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Probar el Buen Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

Alternatively, La Favorita Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Alicante 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.

El Carrer dels Bolets is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Alicante. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,121 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Alicante and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Alicante at LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Probar el Buen Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Alicante. The Probar el Buen Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Alicante. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Spain!