7-Day Spain Road Trip from Barcelona traveling east to Blanes
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 Barcelona and 2 nights in Girona, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Spain. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Barcelona, Castelló d'Empúries, and Girona. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Barcelona, 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 Park Güell and Sagrada Família.
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 La Pedrera to the breathtaking Casa Batlló and Mercado de La Boqueria, 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 Magic Fountain of Montjuïc and learn more about the unique Plaça de Catalunya to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Barcelona, Castelló d'Empúries, and Girona, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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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Day 1 – Barcelona - arrival day
Day 1 – Barcelona - arrival day
- Barcelona - Arrival day
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- Arc de Triomf
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Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Barcelona. You’ll stay in Barcelona for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Barcelona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Arc de Triomf. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,887 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 Barcelona, Disfrutar. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,164 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona is RAO Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.
Barcelona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Barcelona is Viana Barcelona. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Barcelona is Hemingway Gin & Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 893 customers.
Locals also enjoy La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Spain!
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Day 2 – Barcelona
Day 2 – Barcelona
- Barcelona
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 9 min
- Park Güell
- Sagrada Família
- La Pedrera
- Casa Batlló
- Mercado de La Boqueria
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Barcelona has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Barcelona 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 Barcelona. 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 Barcelona, like the extraordinary Park Güell. This attraction is a sculpture garden and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181,403 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations in Barcelona, which gets around 4,527,427 annual visits, is the spectacular Sagrada Família. This attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 226,955 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing La Pedrera. This monument has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 85,188 visitors.
Casa Batlló is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This tourist attraction is a popular destination among visitors in Barcelona. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 125,060 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.
If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Mercado de La Boqueria. Mercado de La Boqueria is a top-tier point of interest and popular attraction in Barcelona. More than 160,835 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Your discovery of Barcelona does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Barcelona 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 El Nacional, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 23,496 customers.
Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Barcelona is the popular Paradiso. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,403 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, Cerveseria Catalana is one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,751 customers.
Ciutat Comtal is another of the most popular bars in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,951 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Barcelona is El Xampanyet. El Xampanyet has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,394 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Barcelona!
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Day 3 – Barcelona
Day 3 – Barcelona
- Barcelona
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Drive 14 km, 50 min
- Montjuïc Castle
- Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
- Plaça de Catalunya
- Palau de la Música Catalana
- Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia
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Day 3 of your road trip across Spain is another day in the magnificent Barcelona. You now have 2 nights left in Barcelona. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.
Barcelona offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.
One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the town of Barcelona is the stunning Montjuïc Castle. This has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 50,433 visitors.
You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Magic Fountain of Montjuïc in the town of Barcelona. This attraction is a fountain and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 85,986 visitors.
Another attraction you could visit in the town of Barcelona is the incredible Plaça de Catalunya. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 175,036 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Palau de la Música Catalana. This concert hall and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,217 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia. This catholic cathedral is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 62,263 visitors.
Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Barcelona you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.
When it’s time to eat, the city of Barcelona has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.
We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona, Craft Barcelona. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.
Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Barcelona that locals enjoy, eat at Casa Amalia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.
Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Barcelona is Grill Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona, Paradiso. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,403 customers.
For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Barcelona, we recommend the cocktails at Bobby's Free. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,003 customers.
Toast to another amazing day in the city of Barcelona!
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Day 4 – Olot, Castelló d'Empúries, and Blanes
Day 4 – Olot, Castelló d'Empúries, and Blanes
- Girona
- Castelló d'Empúries
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Drive 240 km, 3 hours 31 min
- Parc Nou
- Fageda d'en Jordà
- Parc Natural de la Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa
- Besalú Bridge
- Aiguamolls de l'Empordà
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You’ll stay in Blanes for 2 nights.
One of the best places to explore today is Parc Nou. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,306 visitors.
Around 5,160 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Parc Natural de la Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,685 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Besalú Bridge. This bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,969 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. 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 Aiguamolls de l'Empordà for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Castelló d'Empúries. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,108 visitors.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Blanes.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Blanes, El Celler de Can Roca. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,112 customers.
Locals recommend La Fabrica Girona as one of the best restaurants in the city of Blanes. La Fabrica Girona is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,135 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Blanes is Restaurant L'Alqueria. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,180 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Blanes, Massana Restaurant. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Pedra. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,060 customers.
Bagels & Beers is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Blanes. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 257 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain with a toast!
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Day 5 – Figueres and Blanes
Day 5 – Figueres and Blanes
- Girona
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Drive 194 km, 3 hours 33 min
- Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya - Empúries
- Parc-bosc Municipal
- Dalí Theatre-Museum
- Salvador Dalí House Museum
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You still have 1 night left in Blanes.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Dalí Theatre and Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,341 visitors.
Salvador Dalí House Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,420 visitors. Salvador Dalí House Museum attracts about 152,431 travelers annually.
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 Blanes.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Blanes, like La Vedette. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,276 customers.
Restaurant El Cul del Món is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Blanes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.
Locals enjoy BionBo, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Blanes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 729 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Blanes, Brots de Vi. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Sunset Jazz Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.
Kerunta Brewpub is another of the best bars in the city of Blanes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 431 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!
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Day 6 – Blanes, la Bisbal d'Empordà, and Barcelona
Day 6 – Blanes, la Bisbal d'Empordà, and Barcelona
- Girona
- Barcelona
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Drive 201 km, 3 hours 15 min
- Cathedral of Girona
- Muralles de Girona
- Pont Palanques Vermelles
- Parc de la Devesa
- Mountains of Begur
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit in the town of Blanes is the amazing Girona Cathedral. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,744 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Muralles de Girona. This city walls and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,195 visitors.
Pont Palanques Vermelles is another popular attraction you can explore in the town of Blanes. This well-known attraction, a spectacular bridge, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 6,071 reviews.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Blanes is Parc de la Devesa. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,109 visitors.
Joining a top-rated tour in Blanes 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 Muntanyes de Begur for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,367 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Barcelona.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pepito Restaurante, one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,253 customers.
Locals also recommend Boa-Bao as one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. Boa-Bao is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.
After dinner, visit Dr Stravinsky, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,837 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Craft Barcelona. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.
Alternatively, Boadas Cocktails is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Spain!
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Day 7 – Barcelona - departure day
Day 7 – Barcelona - departure day
- Barcelona - Departure day
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- Parc de la Ciutadella
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Day 7 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Barcelona 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.
Parc de la Ciutadella is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Barcelona. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,100 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Barcelona and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.
You’ll then say farewell to Barcelona. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Spain!
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