5-Day Spain Road Trip from Valencia to Barcelona and Tarragona

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

Valencia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 37,810 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 Valencia, Asador El Porteño. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,693 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Valencia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Valencia is Fox Congo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,530 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Valencia is Bar Mistela. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Locals also enjoy Puerta del Mar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 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 Valencia. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Barcelona. You’ll stay in Barcelona for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Valencia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Valencia, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mercat Central. This much-appreciated market hall and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Valencia has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Barcelona. Barcelona 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 Viana Barcelona. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,578 reviews.

The remarkable Disfrutar is another top restaurant in Barcelona we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,164 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous RAO Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Barcelona, the fantastic Hemingway Gin & Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 893 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 3 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 Valencia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Tarragona. You will stay in Tarragona for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Valencia is the amazing Sagrada Família. As such, over 4,527,427 people visit Sagrada Família yearly. This attraction is a minor basilica that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 226,955 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible sculpture garden, Park Güell. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181,403 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Valencia is the outstanding Casa Batlló. This popular tourist attraction and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 125,060 visitors. Approximately 4,527,427 travelers come to Valencia every year to see the stunning Sagrada Família with their own eyes.

The spectacular Plaça de Catalunya is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 175,036 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Mercado de La Boqueria. This attraction is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 160,835 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try EL VERGEL VEGGIE RESTAURANT, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,368 customers.

Locals also recommend El Llagut as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona. El Llagut is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,375 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona is El Terrat Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

After dinner, visit CReeA, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tarragona. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El Galliner de l'Antiquari. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 799 customers.

Alternatively, La Botifarra is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tarragona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Tarragona and embark on a scenic drive to Valencia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Tarragona and el Baix Maestrat 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 Tarragona. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Balcó del Mediterrani. This attraction is a scenic viewpoint that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,291 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Tarragona Amphitheatre. This attraction, a beloved roman amphitheatre, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,655 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Tarragona is the stunning Roman circus of Tárraco. This chogang elementary school and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,761 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Peniscola Castle. This attraction is a monument that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 61,572 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lighthouse of Peñiscola. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,438 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in el Baix Maestrat, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Valencia. When you arrive in Valencia 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 Puerta del Mar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,372 customers.

Locals also recommend Navarro, another of the best restaurants in Valencia. Navarro is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,045 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Central Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Valencia, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Vermudez. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar Vermudez has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Beer & Travels 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 1,028 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 Valencia 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.

Plaça de la Mare de Déu is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Valencia. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,170 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Valencia at La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Central Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Valencia. The Central Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

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