7-Day Spain road trip from Málaga to Cordova, Merida, Cáceres, and Seville

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

Málaga has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Hammam Al Ándalus Baños Árabes. This attraction is a spa and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,194 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 Málaga, Buenavista Gastrobar & Tapas. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,277 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Málaga is Restaurante Las Golondrinas. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 552 customers.

Locals recommend El Mesón de Cervantes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Málaga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,011 customers.

Málaga also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Málaga is La Casa del Perro. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 604 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Málaga is Speakeasy “The Pharmacy”. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 535 customers.

Locals also enjoy Morrissey's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,462 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Málaga. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Cordova. You’ll stay in Cordova for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Málaga’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Málaga, start your day with a visit to the amazing Iglesia Catedral de la Encarnación. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,609 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Picasso Museum Málaga. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 24,075 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Plaza de la Merced to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Plaza de la Merced is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,095 visitors.

The lovely Alcazaba is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 30,648 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.6 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 Castle of Gibralpharo. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 13,046 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Málaga has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Cordova. Cordova 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 ReComiendo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,491 reviews.

The remarkable RESTAURANTE. DAMASQUINO. HALAL. )مطعم دامسكينو حلال. Is another top restaurant in Cordova we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,009 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurante Damasco is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 818 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Cordova, the fantastic Ermita de la Candelaria. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 810 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bodegas Mezquita. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,686 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurante El Rincon De Carmen. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,291 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 Córdoba and embark on a scenic drive to Merida, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Córdoba and Extremadura 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 Córdoba. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Puente romano. This attraction is a bridge that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 26,580 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Alcázar Nuevo. This attraction, a beloved castle, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 30,842 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Córdoba is the stunning Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,325 visitors. Approximately 751,008 travelers come to Córdoba every year to see this fascinating attraction.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Extremadura, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Merida. When you arrive in Merida 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 Agallas Gastro & Food. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 622 customers.

Locals also recommend Sybarit Gastroshop, another of the best restaurants in Merida. Sybarit Gastroshop is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,611 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Mafia se sienta a la mesa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit A de Arco to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Merida, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Shangri La. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Shangri La has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,061 customers.

La Carbonería Brasas y Tapas is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 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!

You’ll stay in Cáceres for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Alcazaba of Badajoz. This excellent attraction is an alcazaba that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,857 visitors.

Around 4,896 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Temple of Diana. This amazing attraction is a roman temple and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,292 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding National Museum of Roman Art. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,891 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 Casa del Mitreo y área funeraria de Los Columbarios for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Mérida. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,896 visitors.

This outstanding roman temple has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,292 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular National Museum of Roman Art in the town of Mérida. This attraction, a stunning art museum, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,891 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 37,382 travelers, the magnificent Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cáceres, Restaurante Homarus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante alBalat as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cáceres. Restaurante alBalat is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,239 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cáceres is El 13 de San Antón. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Cáceres, Atrio Restaurant Hotel. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Restaurante Eustaquio Blanco. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

El Corral de las Cigüeñas is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Cáceres. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Cáceres and embark on a scenic drive to Seville, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cáceres and Mérida 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 Cáceres. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful old town of Cáceres. This attraction is an old town that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,573 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Paseo de Cánovas. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,269 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Cáceres is the stunning Príncipe Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,799 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Merida 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 Mérida has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Roman Circus of Mérida. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,532 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Basilica of Santa Eulalia. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,179 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Acueducto de los Milagros. This aqueduct and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,410 visitors.

The lovely Seven Chairs' Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,128 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Mérida, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Seville. When you arrive in Seville 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 Bollywood Indian Restaurant Sevilla. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,289 customers.

Locals also recommend Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas, another of the best restaurants in Seville. Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,063 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at conTenedor - Restaurante en el centro de Sevilla. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,414 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Ovejas Negras Tapas to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Seville, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,733 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Catedral Sevilla. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar Catedral Sevilla has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,057 customers.

Cervecería Giralda Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,874 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 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 Seville and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Málaga. You will stay in Málaga for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Seville is the amazing Metropol Parasol. This attraction is a monument that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 78,849 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible bell tower, Giralda. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,814 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Seville is the outstanding Catedral de Sevilla. This popular catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 45,052 visitors.

The spectacular Royal Alcázar of Seville is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 74,238 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Plaza de España. This attraction is a popular porticoed square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 141,385 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Vino Mío, one of the best restaurants in the city of Málaga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,306 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante SOCA as one of the best restaurants in the city of Málaga. Restaurante SOCA is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 885 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Málaga is restaurante mosaico. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After dinner, visit El Mesón de Cervantes, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Málaga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,011 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El Gastronauta. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,852 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Málaga is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Málaga. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,183 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 Málaga 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.

Palmeral de las Sorpresas is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Málaga. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,269 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Málaga at BYOKO before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Mercado Central de Atarazanas for your last chance at a meal in the city of Málaga. The Mercado Central de Atarazanas restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 32,741 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try LA TRANCA. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,963 customers.

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