6-Day Spain Road Trip from Seville traveling north to Merida

Photo of Seville, Spain cityscape with Plaza de Espana buildings.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-day road trip through Spain.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Spain. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 4 nights in Seville and 1 night in Mérida, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Spain. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Seville, Córdoba, and Mérida. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Seville, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Spain, including the stunning Metropol Parasol and Royal Alcázar of Seville.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Spain. From the magnificent Catedral de Sevilla to the breathtaking Giralda and Torre del Oro, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Plaza de España and learn more about the unique Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Seville, Córdoba, and Mérida, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Spain. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Spain.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Spain. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Spain.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Spain.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Spain has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Spain. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Spain extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Spain fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Spain today!

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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of view from the top of the Space Metropol Parasol (Setas de Sevilla) one have the best view of the city of Seville, Spain.Seville / 4 nights
Badajoz - city in SpainBadajoz
Mérida - city in SpainMérida / 1 night
Cordova - city in SpainCordova

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Attractions

Photo of Spain Square (Plaza de Espana), Seville, Spain, built on 1928, it is one example of the Regionalism Architecture mixing Renaissance and Moorish styles.Plaza de España
Royal Alcázar of Seville, Santa Cruz, Casco Antiguo, Seville, Sevilla, Andalusia, SpainRoyal Alcázar of Seville
Photo of Metropol Parasol wooden structure located in the old quarter of Seville, Spain.Metropol Parasol
Photo of Seville Cathedral viewed from the Triumph Square, Spain Gorgeous low angle view surrounded with trees.Catedral de Sevilla
Photo of Tower of Gold (Torre del Oro) on Guadalquivir river embankment, Spain .Torre del Oro
Photo of Stage of the Roman Theater of Mérida with Greek and Roman marble columns, lighting spotlights on scaffolding for the Mérida international theater festival. Sunny day before the evening performance.Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta
Photo of Giralda is the name given to the bell tower of the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Sede of the city of Seville, in Andalusia, Spain. At its top is a ball called a jar on which stands the Giraldillo.Giralda
Photo of Parque de María Luisa,Spain.Parque de María Luisa
Alcazar of the Christian MonarchsAlcázar Nuevo
Photo of Cordoba, Spain. Roman Bridge and Mezquita (Great Mosque) Cathedral on the Guadalquivir River.Puente romano
photo of main square Tendillas (Plaza de las Tendillas) in downtown Cordoba city. Andalucia, Spain.Plaza de las Tendillas
photo of morning view of the Mezquita Catedral and roman bridge at Cordoba, Spain.Mezquita Catedral
Photo of Merida Diana Temple in Badajoz Extremadura of Spain image shot from the exterior public floor .Temple of Diana
Roman Circus of Mérida, Mérida, Badajoz, Extremadura, SpainRoman Circus of Mérida
Photo of Roman Aqueduct of Merida in dusk. Extremadura, Spain .Acueducto de los Milagros
photo of morning view of the medieval Alcazaba of Badajoz or Templar castle in Badajoz, Spain.Alcazaba of Badajoz
National Museum of Roman Art, Mérida, Badajoz, Extremadura, SpainNational Museum of Roman Art
photo of Door of Palmas at morning in Badajoz, Spain.Door of Palmas
Castelar ParkCastelar Park
Parque de La Legión
photo of Piedad Park in Almendralejo, Spain.Piedad Park

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Day 1 – Seville - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Seville - arrival day

  • Seville - Arrival day
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  • Metropol Parasol
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Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Seville. You’ll stay in Seville for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Seville has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Metropol Parasol. This attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 78,849 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 Seville, Bollywood Indian Restaurant Sevilla. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Seville is Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,063 customers.

Locals recommend conTenedor - Restaurante en el centro de Sevilla as one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,414 customers.

Seville also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Seville is Ovejas Negras Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,733 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Seville is Bar Catedral Sevilla. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,057 customers.

Locals also enjoy Cervecería Giralda Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,874 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Spain!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Seville

Day 2

Day 2 – Seville

  • Seville
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Drive 7 km, 1 hour 9 min

  • Royal Alcázar of Seville
  • Catedral de Sevilla
  • Giralda
  • Torre del Oro
  • Parque de María Luisa
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Seville has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Seville 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 Seville. 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 town of Seville, like the extraordinary Royal Alcázar of Seville. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 74,238 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Seville is the spectacular Catedral de Sevilla. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 45,052 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Giralda. This bell tower has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,814 visitors.

Torre del Oro is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This monument is a popular destination among visitors in Seville. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 40,410 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Parque de María Luisa. Parque de María Luisa is a park and popular attraction in Seville. More than 34,203 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Seville does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Seville 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 Abantal, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 823 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Seville is the popular PETRA. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Seville is Restaurante Zelai. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 728 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas is one of the best bars in the city of Seville for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,063 customers.

Castizo tapas bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Seville. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,315 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Seville is Becerrita. Becerrita has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,270 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Cordova and Seville

Day 3

Day 3 – Cordova and Seville

  • Seville
  • Cordova
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Drive 288 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Plaza de las Tendillas
  • Mezquita Catedral
  • Puente romano
  • Alcázar Nuevo
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Seville, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Seville.

Today you'll explore the city of Cordova. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Plaza de las Tendillas, Córdoba, Spain. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,380 visitors.

Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Cordova. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,325 visitors. Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba attracts about 751,008 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Cordova is Puente romano. This amazing attraction is a bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,580 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Alcázar Nuevo. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,842 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Spain to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Seville.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville, like Bar Baratillo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,468 customers.

Pelayo Bar de Tapas is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Seville. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,657 customers.

Locals enjoy Bar Alfalfa, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Seville. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,848 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Seville, Garlochí. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Second Room. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 723 customers.

PETRA is another of the best bars in the city of Seville. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

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Day 4 – Extremadura and Merida

Day 4

Day 4 – Extremadura and Merida

  • Badajoz
  • Mérida
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Drive 285 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Piedad Park
  • Castelar Park
  • Door of Palmas
  • Alcazaba of Badajoz
  • Parque de La Legión
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Day 4 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Merida for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Extremadura is the amazing Castelar Park. This attraction is an urban park that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,160 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible city gate, Door of Palmas. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,269 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Extremadura is the outstanding Alcazaba of Badajoz. This popular alcazaba and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,857 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 Merida, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Agallas Gastro & Food, one of the best restaurants in the city of Merida. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Locals also recommend Sybarit Gastroshop as one of the best restaurants in the city of Merida. Sybarit Gastroshop is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,611 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Merida is La Mafia se sienta a la mesa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

After dinner, visit A de Arco, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Merida. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Shangri La. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,061 customers.

Alternatively, La Carbonería Brasas y Tapas is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Merida. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Merida and Seville

Day 5

Day 5 – Merida and Seville

  • Seville
  • Mérida
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Drive 194 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • Temple of Diana
  • Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta
  • National Museum of Roman Art
  • Roman Circus of Mérida
  • Acueducto de los Milagros
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Merida. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Seville. You’ll stay in Seville for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Merida’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Merida, start your day with a visit to the amazing Temple of Diana. This much-appreciated roman temple and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,292 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta. This roman theatre and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 37,382 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular National Museum of Roman Art to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular National Museum of Roman Art is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,891 visitors.

The lovely Roman Circus of Mérida is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,532 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.4 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 Acueducto de los Milagros. This attraction is an aqueduct rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,410 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Merida has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Seville. Seville 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 Los Coloniales. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 4,401 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Seville, the fantastic Restaurante Zelai. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 728 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar Baratillo. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,468 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pelayo Bar de Tapas. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,657 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

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Day 6 – Seville - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Seville - departure day

  • Seville - Departure day
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  • Plaza de España
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Day 6 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Seville 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.

Plaza de España is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Seville. This porticoed square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 141,385 visitors.

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

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

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