7-Day Spain Road Trip from Donostia / San Sebastián traveling south to Bilbao, Madrid, and Zaragoza

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

San Sebastian has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Miramar Palace. This attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,022 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 San Sebastian, Rekondo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 874 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Gandarias. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Locals recommend Bodega Donostiarra Gros as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

San Sebastian also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian is Casa Urola. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 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 San Sebastian and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bilbao. You will stay in Bilbao for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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

You could also stop at the incredible park, Alderdi Eder Parkea. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the San Sebastian is the outstanding Beach of La Concha. This popular natural feature and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

The spectacular Funicular Monte Igueldo is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,567 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Peine del Viento XV. This attraction is a popular sculpture that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,281 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in San Sebastian 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 Bilbao, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try El Globo taberna, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

Locals also recommend Gure Kabi jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. Gure Kabi jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Mugi taberna. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

After dinner, visit Arpiku, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of San Sebastian and the city of Burgos. You’ll stay in Madrid for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of San Sebastian today is Guggenheim Museum. This excellent attraction is a museum building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors. Each year, Guggenheim Museum attracts over 530,967 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Doña Casilda Iturrizar park, an outstanding park, in the city of San Sebastian. Around 9,643 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Burgos Cathedral for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Burgos. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 28,435 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid, Salmon Guru. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

Locals recommend Coque as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. Coque is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is El Social. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Madrid, El miniBAR. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Areia. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of San Sebastian. You’ll stay in San Sebastian 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 Mercader, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of San Sebastian. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 508 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of San Sebastian is the 5-star Puerta América Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,965 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of San Sebastian is the 3-star Vértice Roomspace Madrid. This 3-star guesthouse has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 11,729 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 city of San Sebastian, like the outstanding Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 120,158 visitors.

Puerta de Alcalá is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of San Sebastian. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,833 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of San Sebastian is the extraordinary Museo del Prado. This art museum gets more than 3,497,345 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 98,929 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible El Retiro Park. Around 162,386 visitors have given this urban park an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is a popular art museum, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 46,855 travelers.

Come to San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Sobrino de Botín, after your day of exploring the city of San Sebastian. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers.

El miniBAR is another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Areia. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

Locals recommend James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid, one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of San Sebastian, Lambuzo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,622 customers.

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

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Spain.

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 San Sebastian. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Zaragoza. You’ll stay in Zaragoza for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of San Sebastian’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of San Sebastian, start your day with a visit to the amazing Main Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Market of San Miguel. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 106,296 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Royal Palace of Madrid to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Royal Palace of Madrid is a royal palace that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,471 visitors.

The lovely Temple of Debod is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 44,446 visitors have left this egyptian temple 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 plaza de España. This attraction is a square rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 98,199 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that San Sebastian has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Zaragoza. Zaragoza 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 Restaurante La Senda. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 629 reviews.

The remarkable Baobab Restaurant is another top restaurant in Zaragoza we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,382 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous El Fuelle is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,804 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Zaragoza, the fantastic Meli Del Tubo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,986 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Rock & Blues Cafe. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,922 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar Cervino. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,983 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 6 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 San Sebastian and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of San Sebastian. You will stay in San Sebastian for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in San Sebastian is the amazing Plaza de los Sitios. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,205 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible city gate, Puerta del Carmen. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,734 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the San Sebastian is the outstanding José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,535 visitors.

The spectacular Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating co-cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 34,215 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Puente de Piedra. This attraction is a popular bridge that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,689 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Casa Urola, one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

Locals also recommend Narru Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. Narru Restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Tedone Jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

After dinner, visit La Taberna De Blas, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Karrika taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

Alternatively, Juantxo Taberna 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 4,055 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of San Sebastian 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.

Cristina Enea parkea is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in San Sebastian. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,457 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of San Sebastian at Polka San Sebastián before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 886 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Taberna De Blas for your last chance at a meal in the city of San Sebastian. The La Taberna De Blas restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Karrika taberna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

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