5-Day Spain road trip Starting from Santander to Valladolid

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 Plaza Porticada. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 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 5-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 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 Santander and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valladolid. You will stay in Valladolid for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Santander is the amazing Centro Botin. As such, over 111,096 people visit Centro Botin yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible maritime museum, Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,771 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Santander is the outstanding Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,037 visitors. Approximately 111,096 travelers come to Santander every year to see the stunning Centro Botin with their own eyes.

The spectacular Parque de Mataleñas is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,724 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Santander 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 Valladolid, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Parrilla De San Lorenzo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,433 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Niza as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. Restaurante Niza is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,745 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is Eh Voilà! Crêpstaurante Casual. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,277 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurante Jero, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Tasquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

Alternatively, Villa Paramesa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Valladolid.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Aqueduct of Segovia. This incredible attraction is a stone bridge and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 95,202 visitors.

Plaza Mayor is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,239 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Segovia Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,509 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Alcázar of Segovia. This alcázar and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,713 visitors. Each year, approximately 754,946 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Segovia.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Spain to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Valladolid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, like Restaurante asador El Figón de Recoletos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,744 customers.

Restaurante Paco Espinosa is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,008 customers.

Locals enjoy El Consejero del Rey, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Valladolid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 953 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid, THE VILLA GIN BAR. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurante Pide por esa Boquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

El Corcho is another of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,211 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Valladolid. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Santander. You’ll stay in Santander for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Valladolid’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Valladolid, start your day with a visit to the amazing Plaza Mayor. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,713 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Parque y playa de las Moreras. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,395 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cathedral of Valladolid to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Cathedral of Valladolid is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,791 visitors.

The lovely Plaza de Zorrilla is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,590 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.6 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 Campo Grande. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 15,850 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Valladolid has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Santander. Santander 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 La Bombi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,500 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Posada Del Mar is another top restaurant in Santander we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Santander, the fantastic La Barruca de Calderón. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar Abel (Chelo y Quique). This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 5 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.

Llamas Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Santander. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,849 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!