5-Day Spain road trip Starting from Valladolid to Madrid

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

Valladolid has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parque y playa de las Moreras. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,395 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 Valladolid, La Parrilla De San Lorenzo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,433 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is Restaurante Niza. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,745 customers.

Locals recommend Eh Voilà! Crêpstaurante Casual as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,277 customers.

Valladolid also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Valladolid is Restaurante Jero. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Valladolid is La Tasquita. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

Locals also enjoy Villa Paramesa. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 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 Valladolid and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Madrid. You will stay in Madrid for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Valladolid is the amazing Plaza Mayor. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,713 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, National Sculpture Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,935 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, National Sculpture Museum welcomes around 145,606 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Valladolid is the outstanding Cathedral of Valladolid. This popular catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,791 visitors.

The spectacular Plaza de Zorrilla is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,590 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parque Campo Grande. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,850 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Coque, one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Locals also recommend El Social as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. El Social is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is Sobrino de Botín. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers.

After dinner, visit Salmon Guru, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El miniBAR. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Alternatively, Areia is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 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 Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid 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 Gran Versalles, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Madrid. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,880 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Madrid is the 5-star Puerta América Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,728 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Madrid is the 3-star Moderno. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,924 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 city of Madrid, like the outstanding plaza de España. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 98,199 visitors.

Museo del Prado is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,929 visitors. Up to 3,497,345 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Madrid is the extraordinary El Retiro Park. This urban park is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 162,386 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Puerta de Alcalá. Around 43,833 visitors have given this triumphal arch an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is a popular association football venue, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 120,158 travelers.

Come to Madrid 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 Madrid.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Mi Venta, after your day of exploring the city of Madrid. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,658 customers.

Locals recommend James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid, one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Madrid, Lambuzo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,622 customers.

Sambhad cocktail bar terraza is also one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Valladolid for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Madrid today is Main Square. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Market of San Miguel, an outstanding building, in the city of Madrid. Around 106,296 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Madrid is Royal Palace of Madrid. This amazing attraction is a royal palace and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,471 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 Aqueduct of Segovia for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a stone bridge and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 95,202 visitors.

This outstanding alcázar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,713 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, Restaurante asador El Figón de Recoletos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,744 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Paco Espinosa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. Restaurante Paco Espinosa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,008 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is El Consejero del Rey. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 953 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar 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 a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,211 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 Valladolid 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.

La Rosaleda is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Valladolid. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,798 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Valladolid at GastroLava before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Gabi García| Valladolid for your last chance at a meal in the city of Valladolid. The Restaurante Gabi García| Valladolid restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Trigo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

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