5-Day Spain road trip Starting from Granada to Almeria

Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Granada. You’ll stay in Granada for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Granada has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Fountain of the Battles. This attraction is a fountain and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,065 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 Granada, Restaurante Palacio Andaluz Almona. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,367 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Granada is El Mercader. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Jardines Alberto as one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.

Granada also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Granada is La Cuchara de Carmela. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,305 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Granada is Flamenco Granada - Tablao Jardines de Zoraya. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,495 customers.

Locals also enjoy Continental Café Pub Granada. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,318 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Granada has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Granada by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Granada. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Granada, like the extraordinary Nasrid Palaces. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,263 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Granada is the spectacular Palace of Charles V. This attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,429 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Alhambra. This architectural ensemble has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 127,431 visitors.

Generalife is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This palace is a popular destination among visitors in Granada. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,016 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Mirador de San Nicolas, Granada. Mirador de San Nicolas, Granada is a scenic viewpoint and popular attraction in Granada. More than 63,173 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Granada does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Granada on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Spain, be sure to eat at Restaurante Fairuz, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Granada is the popular El Trillo Restaurante Granada. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,605 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Granada is d'Sano. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Restaurante Albanta is one of the best bars in the city of Granada for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,044 customers.

Puerta del Carmen is another of the most popular bars in the city of Granada. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,595 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Granada is Hannigan & Sons. Hannigan & Sons has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,442 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Granada!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Granada and embark on a scenic drive to Almeria, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Granada 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 Granada. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Plaza Isabel La Católica. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,894 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible S. A. I. Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,036 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Granada is the stunning Royal Chapel of Granada. This monument and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,536 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Castillo de Santa Ana. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,347 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Tony Garcia Espacio Gastronómico. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,200 customers.

Locals also recommend Stanley & de Marco, another of the best restaurants in Almeria. Stanley & de Marco is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Catamarán. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 969 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Jovellanos 16 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Almeria, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,101 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Milestone Restaurant & Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Milestone Restaurant & Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

Bar restaurante Grand Pere 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 614 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 Almeria and the city of Níjar. You’ll stay in Granada for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Almeria today is Refugios de la Guerra Civil Española de Almería. This excellent attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,835 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Almeria Cathedral, an outstanding church, in the city of Almeria. Around 5,277 travelers rated this attraction with 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Almeria is Parque de las Familias. This amazing attraction is a jardín público and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,042 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 Playa de San José for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Níjar. This popular attraction is a beach and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,778 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada, RESTAURANTE TINTA FINA. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,665 customers.

Locals recommend Botánico Café as one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada. Botánico Café is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,553 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Granada is Las Tomasas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Granada, Restaurante Oliver. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Los Manueles Reyes Católicos - Restaurante Granadino. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,266 customers.

Bar los diamantes is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Granada. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,137 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 Granada 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.

Federico García Lorca Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Granada. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,779 visitors.

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

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