5-Day Spain road trip from La Coruña to Oviedo and Leon

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

La Coruña has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Méndez Núñez garden. This attraction is a garden and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,337 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 La Coruña, Terreo Cocina Casual. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is Artabria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Locals recommend La Sartén de Coruña as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

La Coruña also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of La Coruña is Culuca cociña-bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,174 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of La Coruña is La Escondita. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 673 customers.

Locals also enjoy A Lagareta. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-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 La Coruña. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Oviedo. You’ll stay in Oviedo for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of La Coruña’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of La Coruña, start your day with a visit to the amazing María Pita square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,562 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Praza General Azcárraga. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,081 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Tower of Hercules to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Tower of Hercules is an ancient lighthouse that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

The lovely Monte de San Pedro is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,683 visitors have left this mountain average ratings of 4.7 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 Parque de Santa Margarida. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,603 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that La Coruña has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Oviedo. Oviedo 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 Casa Fermín. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 671 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Oviedo, the fantastic Per Se Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,642 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Mala Saña. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 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 Oviedo and embark on a scenic drive to Leon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Oviedo and Asturias 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 Oviedo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mafalda statue. This attraction is a monument that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,537 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible El Fontán Square. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,309 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Oviedo is the stunning El Fontán Market. This marketplace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,436 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Playa de Tazones. This attraction is a beach that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,300 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Mirador del Fito. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,162 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sanctuary of Covadonga. This church and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,049 visitors.

The lovely Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 21,965 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Asturias, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Leon. When you arrive in Leon 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 Restaurante Asiático - Kamado Asian Food. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,620 customers.

Locals also recommend Casa Mando, another of the best restaurants in Leon. Casa Mando is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Alfonso Valderas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Clandestino Gastrobar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Leon, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,610 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Taxman Beatles Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Taxman Beatles Bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

Four Lions Brewery is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,507 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 will take you to the city of Leon and the city of Santiago de Compostela. You’ll stay in La Coruña for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Leon today is León Cathedra. This excellent attraction is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,058 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 town, 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 Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Santiago de Compostela. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,359 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,510 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña, Restaurante Barlovento. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante O Fado as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. Restaurante O Fado is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,326 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is O Lagar da Estrella. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of La Coruña, 55 Pasos. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 195 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Bombilla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,405 customers.

Chaflán is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of La Coruña 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.

Beach of Orzán is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Coruña. This beach and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,122 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of La Coruña at Peculiar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend SenPan for your last chance at a meal in the city of La Coruña. The SenPan restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.

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