7-Day Spain Road Trip from Pamplona traveling west to Logroño, Santander, and Donostia / San Sebastián

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

Pamplona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Taconera. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,567 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 Pamplona, Bar Gaucho. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,129 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona is Iruñazarra. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,442 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Baserriberri as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,064 customers.

Pamplona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

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

If you’re curious to see more of Pamplona, start your day with a visit to the amazing Citadel of Pamplona. This much-appreciated citadel and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,829 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Monumento al Encierro. This statue and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,963 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Plaza de Toros de Pamplona to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Plaza de Toros de Pamplona is a bullring that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,402 visitors.

The lovely Castle Square is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,066 visitors have left this square 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 Parque yamaguchi. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 6,373 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Pamplona has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Logrono. Logrono 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 Ikaro | Cocina personal | Logroño. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 682 reviews.

The remarkable Torres Gastrobar is another top restaurant in Logrono we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 848 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Txebiko Cachetero is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Logrono, the fantastic Restaurante Tastavin. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurante Taberna Herrerías. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

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 Logroño and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Logroño and Burgos 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 Logroño. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parque de la Ribera, Logroño. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,347 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Co-cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,610 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Logroño is the stunning La Laurel. This bar and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,694 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Burgos Province 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 Burgos has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Mirador Del Castillo. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,666 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Burgos Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 28,435 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Burgos, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Santander. When you arrive in Santander 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 Cadelo Restaurante. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 855 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Los Peñucas, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Restaurante Los Peñucas is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bodega del Riojano. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Magnolia to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Bobby. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Bobby has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 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!

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

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Santander is Centro Botin. Over 111,096 travelers come to Santander every year to see and explore Centro Botin. This amazing attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 14,508 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 Santander.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Bombi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

La Magnolia is one of the top restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Santander, La Barruca de Calderón. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Santander, we recommend the cocktails at Bar Abel (Chelo y Quique). This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

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

You’ll stay in San Sebastian for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bilbao today is Zubizuri. This excellent attraction is a footbridge that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,295 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Guggenheim Museum, an outstanding museum building, in the city of Bilbao. Around 64,815 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Guggenheim Museum's popularity, more than 530,967 people stop by Guggenheim Museum to explore it.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bilbao is Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Federiko Moiua enparantza. This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 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 Zubizuri for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a footbridge and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,295 visitors.

This outstanding museum building has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Federiko Moiua enparantza. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,235 travelers, the magnificent Federiko Moiua enparantza 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 San Sebastian.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian, Rekondo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 874 customers.

Locals recommend Gandarias as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. Gandarias is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of San Sebastian, Casa Urola. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

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

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 Pamplona. You will stay in Pamplona 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 Pamplona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Olla, one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,672 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Anttonenea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona. Restaurante Anttonenea is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pamplona is Restaurante La Vieja Iruña. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

After dinner, visit The House Beer. Old Town Centre, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Pamplona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Napargar Cervecería. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 641 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 Pamplona 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.

Parque Antoniutti is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pamplona. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,204 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pamplona at Alhambra before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The House Beer. Old Town Centre for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pamplona. The The House Beer. Old Town Centre restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Napargar Cervecería. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 641 customers.

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