7-Day Spain Road Trip from Granada traveling north to Seville, Merida, and Madrid

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

Granada has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Fountain of the Battles. This attraction is a fountain and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,065 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 Granada, Restaurante Palacio Andaluz Almona. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,367 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Granada is El Mercader. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Jardines Alberto as one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.

Granada also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Granada is La Cuchara de Carmela. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,305 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Granada is Flamenco Granada - Tablao Jardines de Zoraya. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,495 customers.

Locals also enjoy Continental Café Pub Granada. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,318 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 Granada and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Seville. You will stay in Seville for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Granada is the amazing Mirador de San Nicolas, Granada. This attraction is a scenic viewpoint that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 63,173 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, S. A. I. Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,036 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Granada is the outstanding Nasrid Palaces. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,263 visitors.

The spectacular Alhambra is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating architectural ensemble and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 127,431 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Espacio Eslava, one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,248 customers.

Locals also recommend Bollywood Indian Restaurant Sevilla as one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. Bollywood Indian Restaurant Sevilla 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 Almazen café. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,114 customers.

After dinner, visit El Rinconcillo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Seville. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,849 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Brunilda Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,867 customers.

Alternatively, Ovejas Negras Tapas is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Seville. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,733 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Seville. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Merida. You’ll stay in Merida for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Seville’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Seville, start your day with a visit to the amazing Plaza de España. This much-appreciated porticoed square and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 141,385 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Metropol Parasol. This monument and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 78,849 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Giralda to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Giralda is a bell tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,814 visitors.

The lovely Royal Alcázar of Seville is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 74,238 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Seville has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Merida. Merida 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 Agallas Gastro & Food. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 622 reviews.

The remarkable Sybarit Gastroshop is another top restaurant in Merida we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,611 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Mafia se sienta a la mesa is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Merida, the fantastic A de Arco. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Carbonería Brasas y Tapas. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurante Chamorro. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Merida and the city of Toledo. You’ll stay in Madrid for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Merida today is Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta. This excellent attraction is a roman theatre that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,382 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 Alcázar of Toledo for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Toledo. This popular attraction is an alcázar and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,193 visitors.

This outstanding church has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,938 travelers.

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.

James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

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

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 Segovia is Aqueduct of Segovia. This amazing attraction is a stone bridge and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 95,202 visitors.

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 BiBo Dani García. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,461 customers.

El Jardín Secreto Madrid is one of the top restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,058 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is Pum Pum Café. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,614 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, 1862 Dry Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,987 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Madrid, we recommend the cocktails at La Cuchara. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,244 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Madrid is Taberna del Alabardero de Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Madrid and the city of Ocaña. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Madrid is the amazing Main Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Market of San Miguel. This building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 106,296 visitors.

Royal Palace of Madrid is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Madrid. This well-known attraction, a spectacular royal palace, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 77,471 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Madrid 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 Plaza Mayor de Ocaña in the city of Ocaña for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,189 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Fairuz, one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

Locals also recommend El Trillo Restaurante Granada as one of the best restaurants in the city of Granada. El Trillo Restaurante Granada is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,605 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Granada is d'Sano. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurante Albanta, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Granada. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,044 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Puerta del Carmen. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,595 customers.

Alternatively, Hannigan & Sons is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Granada. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,442 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 Granada 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.

Federico García Lorca Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Granada. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,779 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Granada at RESTAURANTE TINTA FINA before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,665 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Botánico Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Granada. The Botánico Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,553 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Las Tomasas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

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