One-Week Spain Road Trip from Murcia to Valencia and Alicante

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

Murcia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Plaza de las Flores. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,389 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 Murcia, Restaurante Torremolinos. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,737 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia is Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante El Churra as one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,527 customers.

Murcia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Murcia is SteakBurger. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Murcia is Cosa Fina GastroBar de Manolo Castro. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

Locals also enjoy La Tapeoteca. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,366 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 Murcia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valencia. You will stay in Valencia for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Murcia is the amazing Real Casino de Murcia. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Murcia's Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,947 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Murcia is the outstanding Jardín de Floridablanca. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,929 visitors.

The spectacular Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church building and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,552 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Asador El Porteño, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,693 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Navarro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,045 customers.

After dinner, visit Fox Congo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,530 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Mistela. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Alternatively, Puerta del Mar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers.

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

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Valencia, where you'll stay for 3 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Peniscola Castle. This amazing attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 61,572 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 Valencia.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo is one of the top restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Valencia, Central Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Valencia, we recommend the cocktails at Bar Vermudez. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Valencia is Beer & Travels. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Valencia. You’ll stay in Valencia for 2 nights, 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 Primus Valencia, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Valencia. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,689 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Valencia is the 5-star Only You Hotel Valencia. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,288 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Valencia is the 3-star Holiday Inn Express Valencia-Ciudad Las Ciencias. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,223 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 town of Valencia, like the outstanding Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 37,810 visitors.

Mercado de Colón is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Valencia. This incredible attraction is a building and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 37,146 visitors.

Come to Valencia 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 Valencia.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like A huevo Restaurante, after your day of exploring the city of Valencia. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

Lienzo is another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 809 customers.

Locals recommend El Lleón bar, one of the best bars in the city of Valencia, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Valencia, USUAL resto-bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

Mulligan's is also one of the best bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Valencia has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Valencia 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 Valencia. 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 town of Valencia, like the extraordinary Parc de Capçalera. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,696 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Valencia is the spectacular Quart Towers. This attraction is a fortified tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,889 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Serrano Towers. This fortified tower has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors.

Jardins del Real de València is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This urban park is a popular destination among visitors in Valencia. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,212 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Valencia does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Valencia on this day of your trip.

When you’ve finished your meal, Restaurante RiFF is one of the best bars in the city of Valencia for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 656 customers.

Apotheke is another of the most popular bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Valencia. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Alicante. You’ll stay in Alicante for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Valencia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Valencia, start your day with a visit to the amazing Plaça de la Reina (València). This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 28,058 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Valencia Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,457 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Plaça de la Mare de Déu to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Plaça de la Mare de Déu is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,170 visitors.

The lovely Llotja de la Seda is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 22,376 visitors have left this lonja 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 Mercat Central. This attraction is a market hall rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 79,570 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Valencia has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Alicante. Alicante 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 Temple Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 897 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant L'Ereta is another top restaurant in Alicante we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Steki Restaurante is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Alicante, the fantastic El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful 26 Cocktail Room. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is El Garaje Bar Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the city of Alicante and the city of Cartagena. You’ll stay in Murcia for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Alicante today is Mercado Central de Alicante. This excellent attraction is a building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,503 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Santa Bárbara Castle, an outstanding castle, in the city of Alicante. Around 35,044 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Alicante is Archaeological Museum of Alicante. This amazing attraction is an archaeological museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Parc El Palmeral. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,211 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 Roman theatre of Cartagena for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Cartagena. This popular attraction is an archaeological site and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,504 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia, El Pilón de la Negra. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,851 customers.

Locals recommend Enso Sushi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. Enso Sushi is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,145 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia is Kokoro gastro sushi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 989 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Murcia, The Roneria and the Gintoneria. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 596 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like El Togo II. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,991 customers.

Cafe Bar GRAN VIA is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Murcia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Murcia 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.

Puente de los Peligros is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Murcia. This bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,754 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Murcia at Restaurante Hispano before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Real Casino de Murcia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Murcia. The Restaurante Real Casino de Murcia restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 677 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try El Pasaje de Belluga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 810 customers.

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