One-Week Spain Road Trip from San Sebastian to Santander, Oviedo, and Bilbao

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 3 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 Narru Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

Locals recommend Tedone Jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 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 Gandarias. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

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

Locals also enjoy 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 8-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions San Sebastian has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian. 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 city of San Sebastian, like the extraordinary Alderdi Eder Parkea. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in San Sebastian is the spectacular Beach of La Concha. This attraction is a natural feature and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Funicular Monte Igueldo. This park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,567 visitors.

Peine del Viento XV is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This sculpture is a popular destination among visitors in San Sebastian. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,281 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of San Sebastian does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in San Sebastian 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 Polka San Sebastián, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 886 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is the popular Anastasio. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 531 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of San Sebastian is TrikuHarri Taberna Jatetxea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,648 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Taberna De Blas is one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

Karrika taberna is another of the most popular bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of San Sebastian is Juantxo Taberna. Juantxo Taberna has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,055 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of San Sebastian!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Santander, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cabarceno Natural Park. This much-appreciated zoo and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,839 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cave of Altamira. This cave with prehistoric art and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,460 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Santander has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Santander. Santander 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 Cadelo Restaurante. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 855 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Los Peñucas is another top restaurant in Santander we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bodega del Riojano is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Santander, the fantastic La Magnolia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Little Bobby. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Santander and the city of Gijón. You’ll stay in Oviedo for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Santander today is Centro Botin. This excellent attraction is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors. Each year, Centro Botin attracts over 111,096 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico, an outstanding maritime museum, in the town of Santander. Around 6,771 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 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 town, 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 Universidad Laboral de Gijón for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Gijón. This popular attraction is a labor universities and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,743 visitors.

This outstanding beach has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,583 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Oviedo, Casa Fermín. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Oviedo, Per Se Café. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,642 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Mala Saña is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Oviedo.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jurassic Museum of Asturias. As one of the top sights in the area, around 1,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a fossil museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,827 visitors.

Mirador del Fito is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,162 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,965 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sanctuary of Covadonga. This church and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,049 visitors.

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 Oviedo.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Oviedo, like Restaurante La Tagliatella | Oviedo / Uviéu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Ca' Suso is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Oviedo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 703 customers.

Locals enjoy El Chibiski Oviedo, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Oviedo. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Oviedo, L'Esperteyu Pub - Cervecería. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 778 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Pulpería Cares. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 764 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Spain!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Oviedo and embark on a scenic drive to Bilbao, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Oviedo 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 Oviedo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful El Fontán Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,309 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible El Fontán Market. This attraction, a beloved marketplace, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,436 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Oviedo is the stunning Mafalda statue. This monument and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,537 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated church building in Oviedo. The popular Santa María del Naranjo is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,703 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Laberinto De Villapresente. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,994 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Gure Kabi jatetxea. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,296 customers.

Locals also recommend La Barraca jatetxea, another of the best restaurants in Bilbao. La Barraca jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Zurima jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 784 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit El Globo taberna to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bilbao, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Mugi taberna. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Mugi taberna has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Arpiku 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 571 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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bilbao is the amazing Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Guggenheim Museum, a popular attraction that receives around 530,967 yearly visitors. This museum building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors.

Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bilbao. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 9,643 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bilbao 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 Federiko Moiua enparantza for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Guggenheim Museum. This top sight is a spectacular museum building that has over 530,967 yearly visitors. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors, this museum building deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to 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 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Vizcaya Bridge. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 28,202 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pollitena, one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 709 customers.

After dinner, visit TrikuHarri Taberna Jatetxea, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gorriti Taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,324 customers.

Alternatively, Aldaba Restaurante is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

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

Day 8 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’ll then say farewell to San Sebastian. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Spain!