6-Day Spain Road Trip from Alicante traveling west to Valencia, Madrid, and Cuenca

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

Alicante 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 Alicante, El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Temple Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant L'Ereta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

Alicante also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Alicante is 26 Cocktail Room. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Alicante is El Garaje Bar Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-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 Alicante. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Valencia. You’ll stay in Valencia for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Alicante’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Alicante, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Santa Bárbara Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,044 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Archaeological Museum of Alicante to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Archaeological Museum of Alicante is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

The lovely Mercado Central de Alicante is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 24,503 visitors have left this building average ratings of 4.5 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 Parc El Palmeral. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 6,211 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Alicante has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Valencia. Valencia 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 Asador El Porteño. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,693 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is another top restaurant in Valencia we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Valencia, the fantastic Fox Congo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,530 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar Mistela. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Puerta del Mar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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

One of the best places to visit today in Alicante is the amazing Mercat Central. This attraction is a market hall that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Alicante 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 Salmon Guru, one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

Locals also recommend Coque as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. Coque is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is El Social. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

After dinner, visit El miniBAR, 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 4,297 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Areia. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 Alicante. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Cuenca. You’ll stay in Cuenca for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Alicante’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Alicante, start your day with a visit to the amazing Main Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Market of San Miguel. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 106,296 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museo del Prado to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Museo del Prado is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,929 visitors. Every year, around 3,497,345 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely El Retiro Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 162,386 visitors have left this urban park average ratings of 4.8 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 Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction is an association football venue rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 120,158 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Alicante has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Cuenca. Cuenca 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 Restaurante Recreo Peral. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,722 reviews.

The remarkable Las Brasas is another top restaurant in Cuenca we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,335 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Raff San Pedro is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,142 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Cuenca, the fantastic La Ronería De La Habana. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,072 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Taberna Jovi. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 672 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Cuenca and embark on a scenic drive to Alicante, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cuenca and Baix Vinalopó 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 Cuenca. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Castilla-La Mancha Paleontological Museum. This attraction is a fossil museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,372 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible San Pablo Bridge. This attraction, a beloved bridge, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,784 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Cuenca is the stunning Castillo de Cuenca. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,266 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable El Palmerar. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,060 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Huerto del Cura. This garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,389 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Castillo-Fortaleza de Santa Pola. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,221 visitors.

The lovely Mirador del Far de Santa Pola is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,948 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Baix Vinalopó, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Alicante. When you arrive in Alicante 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 Steki Restaurante. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 567 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante L'Atelier, another of the best restaurants in Alicante. Restaurante L'Atelier is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at El Garaje Bar Alicante. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Alicante, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Probar el Buen Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Probar el Buen Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

La Favorita Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 507 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 6 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Alicante 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 Alicante and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Alicante at LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Probar el Buen Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Alicante. The Probar el Buen Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

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