6-Day Spain Road Trip from Santander traveling east to San Sebastian and Vitoria-Gasteiz

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 Llamas Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,849 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 Cañadío. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Los Peñucas as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

Santander also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santander is Casa Lita. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,651 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santander is Max Sports Café Santander. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,627 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurante La Ventana. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,224 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 Santander. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of San Sebastian. You’ll stay in San Sebastian for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Santander’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Santander, start your day with a visit to the amazing Catedral de Santander. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,521 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plaza Porticada. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,395 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mercado del Este to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Mercado del Este is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,680 visitors.

The lovely Centro Botin is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,508 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 111,096 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Santander has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of San Sebastian. San Sebastian 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 Rekondo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 874 reviews.

The remarkable La Cuchara de San Telmo is another top restaurant in San Sebastian we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,292 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Txepetxa Taberna is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in San Sebastian, the fantastic Bar Sport. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,029 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gandarias. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 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 will take you to the best attractions Bilbao has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Bilbao by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Bilbao. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Bilbao, like the extraordinary Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bilbao is the spectacular Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Guggenheim Museum. This museum building has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors. Up to 530,967 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Zubizuri is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This footbridge is a popular destination among visitors in Bilbao. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,295 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Bilbao does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bilbao on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Spain, be sure to eat at Restaurante Akelare | Pedro Subijana, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is the popular Casa Urola. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of San Sebastian is Narru Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Txepetxa Taberna is one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

Bar Bergara is another of the most popular bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,046 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of San Sebastian is Bar Antonio. Bar Antonio has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of San Sebastian!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of San Sebastian and the city of Pamplona. You’ll stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of San Sebastian today is Alderdi Eder Parkea. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Beach of La Concha, an outstanding natural feature, in the city of San Sebastian. Around 21,054 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of San Sebastian is Peine del Viento XV. This amazing attraction is a sculpture and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,281 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 Citadel of Pamplona for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Pamplona. This popular attraction is a citadel and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,829 visitors.

This outstanding square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,066 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz, PerretxiCo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Locals recommend La mafia jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. La mafia jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is Mano lenta jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz, El Toloño taberna. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like El Portalón. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

Sagartoki erretegia is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Vitoria-Gasteiz and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Vitoria-Gasteiz and Villaescusa 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Arco de Santa María. This attraction is a triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,973 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Burgos Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 28,435 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Vitoria-Gasteiz is the stunning Mirador Del Castillo. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,666 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Burgos Province and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Villaescusa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cabarceno Natural Park. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 45,839 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Villaescusa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Santander. When you arrive in Santander 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 Bodega del Riojano. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,195 customers.

Locals also recommend Taberna La Radio, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Taberna La Radio is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,408 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Las Olas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,798 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Magnolia to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Bobby. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Bobby has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Kings Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 857 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 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.

Paseo Marítimo de Santander is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Santander. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,078 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 Candelita before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,396 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Bombi for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santander. The La Bombi restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurante Gelín. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,336 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!