5-Day Spain road trip from Santiago De Compostela to La Coruña and surrounding area

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

Santiago De Compostela has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Santiago De Compostela, Casa Marcelo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela is Mesón 42. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,967 customers.

Locals recommend Casa de Xantar O Dezaseis as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,883 customers.

Santiago De Compostela also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela is A Taberna do Bispo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,880 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela is O Quitapenas. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

Locals also enjoy Chocolate. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 584 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 will stay in La Coruña for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in La Coruña is the amazing Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,359 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Praza da Quintana de Vivos. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,255 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the La Coruña is the outstanding Parque de San Domingos de Bonaval. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,719 visitors.

The spectacular Parque da Alameda is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,510 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Faro de Finisterre. This attraction is a popular lighthouse that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,984 visitors.

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 La Coruña, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Terreo Cocina Casual, one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Locals also recommend Artabria as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. Artabria is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is La Sartén de Coruña. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

After dinner, visit Culuca cociña-bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,174 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Escondita. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 673 customers.

Alternatively, A Lagareta is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of La Coruña. You’ll stay in La Coruña for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Meliá Maria Pita, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of La Coruña. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,269 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of La Coruña is the 5-star NH Collection A Coruña Finisterre. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,078 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of La Coruña is the 3-star Hotel Avenida. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,171 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the town of La Coruña, like the outstanding María Pita square. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,562 visitors.

Tower of Hercules is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of La Coruña. This incredible attraction is an ancient lighthouse and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of La Coruña is the extraordinary Méndez Núñez garden. This garden is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,337 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Parque de Santa Margarida. Around 4,603 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Monte de San Pedro. Monte de San Pedro is a popular mountain, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,683 travelers.

Come to La Coruña prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in La Coruña.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurante Barlovento, after your day of exploring the city of La Coruña. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Restaurante O Fado is another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant 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. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

Locals recommend 55 Pasos, one of the best bars in the city of La Coruña, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 195 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of La Coruña, La Bombilla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,405 customers.

Chaflán is also one of the best bars in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Spain.

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in A Coruña and embark on a scenic drive to Santiago De Compostela, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in A Coruña 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 A Coruña. This attraction is a city walls that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,704 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible As Burgas. This attraction, a beloved fountain, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,636 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in A Coruña is the stunning Caldas de Outariz (Hot Springs). This spa and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,884 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated galician granary in A Coruña. The popular Hórreos in Combarro is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hórreos in Combarro. This attraction is a galician granary that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,925 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like El Papatorio. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,071 customers.

Locals also recommend A Noiesa ~ Casa De Comidas (Santiago de Compostela), another of the best restaurants in Santiago De Compostela. A Noiesa ~ Casa De Comidas (Santiago de Compostela) is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Abastos 2.0. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,537 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Pub Momo to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santiago De Compostela, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,318 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar La Tita. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar La Tita has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,931 customers.

Don Manuel Restaurante Santiago de Compostela 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 1,210 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 5 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Santiago De Compostela 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Santiago De Compostela at RESTAURANTE SAN CLEMENTE before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,131 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante San Jaime for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santiago De Compostela. The Restaurante San Jaime restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,638 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Los Caracoles Restaurante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

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