4-Day Spain Road Trip from Vitoria-Gasteiz to San Sebastian and surrounding area

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

Vitoria-Gasteiz has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible La Florida. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,409 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, PerretxiCo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is La mafia jatetxea. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

Locals recommend Mano lenta jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

Vitoria-Gasteiz also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is El Toloño taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is El Portalón. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

Locals also enjoy Sagartoki erretegia. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz. 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Vitoria-Gasteiz, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nueva Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,706 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plaza Virgen Blanca. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,751 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cathedral of Santa María de Vitoria to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Cathedral of Santa María de Vitoria is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,503 visitors.

The lovely Arriagako Donibane Parkea is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,770 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 La Cuchara de San Telmo is another top restaurant in San Sebastian we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,292 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Txepetxa Taberna is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in San Sebastian, the fantastic Bar Sport. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,029 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gandarias. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Donostia / San Sebastián and embark on a scenic drive to Vitoria-Gasteiz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Donostia / San Sebastián and Villaescusa before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Donostia / San Sebastián. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Guggenheim Museum. This attraction is a museum building that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 64,815 visitors. Over 530,967 people visit Guggenheim Museum annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,643 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bilbao and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Villaescusa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cabarceno Natural Park. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 45,839 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Villaescusa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. When you arrive in Vitoria-Gasteiz you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like The Bost jatetxea. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,103 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante-Asador Matxete, another of the best restaurants in Vitoria-Gasteiz. Restaurante-Asador Matxete is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Zaldiaran. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 649 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit El Siete tapas bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Vitoria-Gasteiz, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,630 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Escotilla. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Escotilla has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,905 customers.

Aldapa Taberna is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,324 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Spain, and look forward to more great days to come!

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

Olárizu is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vitoria-Gasteiz. This abandoned village and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,666 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz at Taberna BOKADOS restaurante before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 538 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Arkupe for your last chance at a meal in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. The Restaurant Arkupe restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Tximiso Taberna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,232 customers.

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