4-Day Spain road trip Starting from Santander to San Sebastian

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

Santander has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Llamas Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,849 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 Santander, Cadelo Restaurante. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 855 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santander is Restaurante Los Peñucas. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

Locals recommend Bodega del Riojano as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

Santander also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santander is La Magnolia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santander is Little Bobby. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 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 Santander. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of San Sebastian. You’ll stay in San Sebastian for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Santander’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Santander, start your day with a visit to the amazing Plaza Porticada. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Centro Botin. This art museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 14,508 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Centro Botin welcomes 111,096 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,037 visitors.

The lovely Parque de Mataleñas is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,724 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Santander has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of San Sebastian. San Sebastian 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 Rekondo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 874 reviews.

The remarkable Narru Restaurant is another top restaurant in San Sebastian we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Tedone Jatetxea is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in San Sebastian, the fantastic Gandarias. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Casa Urola. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 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 will take you to the city of San Sebastian and the city of Bilbao. You’ll stay in Santander for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of San Sebastian today is Alderdi Eder Parkea. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Beach of La Concha, an outstanding natural feature, in the city of San Sebastian. Around 21,054 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of San Sebastian is Peine del Viento XV. This amazing attraction is a sculpture and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,281 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Spain, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Spain. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Guggenheim Museum for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Bilbao. This popular attraction is a museum building and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors. Approximately 530,967 people visit Bilbao every year to see the fantastic Guggenheim Museum.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Santander.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander, La Bombi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Posada Del Mar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. Restaurante Posada Del Mar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Santander, La Barruca de Calderón. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar Abel (Chelo y Quique). This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain with a toast!

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

Paseo Marítimo de Santander is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Santander. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,078 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Santander at Restaurante la Mayor before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Chulilla for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santander. The La Chulilla restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurante Gele. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

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