6-Day Spain Road Trip from Zaragoza traveling west to Vitoria-Gasteiz, Santander, and San Sebastian

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

Zaragoza has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Puerta del Carmen. This attraction is a city gate and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,734 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 Zaragoza, Restaurante La Senda. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza is Asador La Garnacha. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,721 customers.

Locals recommend Baobab Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,382 customers.

Zaragoza also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Zaragoza is Meli Del Tubo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,986 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Zaragoza is Rock & Blues Cafe. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,922 customers.

Locals also enjoy La Flor de Lis. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,460 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 Zaragoza. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. You’ll stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Zaragoza’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Zaragoza, start your day with a visit to the amazing Puente de Piedra. This much-appreciated bridge and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,689 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. This co-cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 34,215 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,535 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Zaragoza has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 PerretxiCo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,156 reviews.

The remarkable La mafia jatetxea is another top restaurant in Vitoria-Gasteiz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mano lenta jatetxea is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Vitoria-Gasteiz, the fantastic El Toloño taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful El Portalón. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Sagartoki erretegia. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Rise and shine on day 3 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 Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,235 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Guggenheim Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum building, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 64,815 visitors. Guggenheim Museum welcomes around 530,967 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Vitoria-Gasteiz is the stunning Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,312 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Vitoria-Gasteiz. The popular Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

Wave goodbye to Bilbao 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 Cadelo Restaurante. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 855 customers.

Locals also recommend Cañadío, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Cañadío is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Los Peñucas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Casa Lita to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,651 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Max Sports Café Santander. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Max Sports Café Santander has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,627 customers.

Restaurante La Ventana 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 2,224 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 4 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Santander and the city of Cueto, Cantabria. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Santander is the amazing Centro Botin. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 111,096 people visit Centro Botin every year.

Joining a top-rated tour in Santander is another excellent way to spend your new day in Spain. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Spain’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Spain’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Spain’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Centro de Arte Faro Cabo Mayor in the city of Cueto, Cantabria for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,037 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rekondo, one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 874 customers.

Locals also recommend La Cuchara de San Telmo as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. La Cuchara de San Telmo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,292 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Txepetxa Taberna. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Sport, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,029 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gandarias. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Alternatively, Bodega Donostiarra Gros is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of San Sebastian and the city of Pamplona. You’ll stay in Zaragoza for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of San Sebastian today is Gipuzkoa Plaza. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,940 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Alderdi Eder Parkea, an outstanding park, in the city of San Sebastian. Around 13,442 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of San Sebastian is Beach of La Concha. This amazing attraction is a natural feature and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 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 Zaragoza.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza, El Fuelle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,804 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante La Rinconada de Lorenzo | Zaragoza as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza. Restaurante La Rinconada de Lorenzo | Zaragoza is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,936 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza is Casa Unai. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,457 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Zaragoza, Mesón Martín. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,188 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar Cervino. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,983 customers.

Restaurante Palomeque is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Zaragoza. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,397 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Zaragoza 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 los Sitios is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zaragoza. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,205 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Zaragoza at Los Cabezudos before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,443 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Los Xarmientos. Parrilla Aragonesa. For your last chance at a meal in the city of Zaragoza. The Los Xarmientos. Parrilla Aragonesa. Restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurante Casa Lac. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

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