7-Day Spain road trip from Alicante to Valencia and Madrid

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. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Canalejas. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,593 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 Alicante, Temple Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Restaurant L'Ereta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

Locals recommend Steki Restaurante as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Alicante also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Alicante is El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Alicante is 26 Cocktail Room. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Locals also enjoy El Garaje Bar Alicante. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Alicante and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valencia. You will stay in Valencia for 2 nights. 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 Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Santa Bárbara Castle. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,044 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Alicante is the outstanding Archaeological Museum of Alicante. This popular archaeological museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

The spectacular Mercado Central de Alicante is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating building and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 24,503 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parc El Palmeral. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,211 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 Valencia, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Asador El Porteño, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,693 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Navarro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,045 customers.

After dinner, visit Fox Congo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,530 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Mistela. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Alternatively, Puerta del Mar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 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 Valencia. You’ll stay in Valencia 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 Hotel Primus Valencia, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Valencia. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,689 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Valencia is the 5-star Only You Hotel Valencia. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,288 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Valencia is the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Valencia-Ciudad Las Ciencias. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,088 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 town of Valencia, like the outstanding Mercado de Colón. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 37,146 visitors.

Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Valencia. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 37,810 visitors.

Come to Valencia 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 Valencia.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería, after your day of exploring the city of Valencia. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo is another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Locals recommend Central Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Valencia, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Valencia, Bar Vermudez. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Beer & Travels is also one of the best bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in 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 Valencia. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Valencia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Valencia, start your day with a visit to the amazing Serrano Towers. This much-appreciated fortified tower and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plaça de la Mare de Déu. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,170 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mercat Central to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Mercat Central is a market hall that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Valencia has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Madrid. Madrid 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 Coque. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,191 reviews.

The remarkable El Social is another top restaurant in Madrid we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Sobrino de Botín is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Madrid, the fantastic Salmon Guru. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful El miniBAR. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Areia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Madrid, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Madrid is plaza de España. This amazing attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 98,199 visitors.

Museo del Prado is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This unforgettable attraction welcomes around 3,497,345 visitors yearly. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Museo del Prado has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,929 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Madrid more memorable, we recommend you visit El Retiro Park. This outstanding attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. More than 120,158 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

You can also make your new day in Spain more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Spain’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Madrid.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Mi Venta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,658 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Madrid, we recommend the cocktails at Lambuzo. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,622 customers.

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

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Madrid!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Madrid 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 Madrid 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 Madrid. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Main Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 152,388 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Market of San Miguel. This attraction, a beloved building, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 106,296 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Madrid is the stunning Royal Palace of Madrid. This royal palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,471 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Castle of Almansa. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,519 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurante L'Atelier. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 510 customers.

Locals also recommend Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal, another of the best restaurants in Alicante. Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Alifornia Poké Bar - Centro de Alicante. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 595 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 7 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.

El Carrer dels Bolets is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Alicante. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,121 visitors.

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 Bailén 17 before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 364 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Platea for your last chance at a meal in the city of Alicante. The Restaurante Platea restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 411 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!