One-Week Spain Road Trip from Murcia traveling north to Valencia, Madrid, and Jaen

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 2 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 Murcia's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,947 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Real Casino de Murcia. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,805 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!

On day 3 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Valencia. You’ll stay in Valencia for 1 night, 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 Mercado de Colón. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 37,146 visitors.

Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Valencia. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 37,810 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 Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería, after your day of exploring the city of Valencia. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo 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 1,370 customers.

Locals recommend Central 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Valencia, Bar Vermudez. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Beer & Travels 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 1,028 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 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 Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid for 2 nights. 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 Serrano Towers. This much-appreciated fortified tower and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plaça de la Mare de Déu. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,170 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mercat Central to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Mercat Central is a market hall that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

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 Madrid. Madrid 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 Coque. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,191 reviews.

The remarkable El Social is another top restaurant in Madrid we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Sobrino de Botín is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Madrid, the fantastic Salmon Guru. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful El miniBAR. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Areia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

On day 5 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Gran Versalles, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Madrid. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,750 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Madrid is the 5-star Puerta América Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 7,728 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Madrid is the 3-star Moderno. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,924 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 city of Madrid, like the outstanding Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 120,158 visitors.

Puerta de Alcalá is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,833 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Madrid is the extraordinary Museo del Prado. This art museum gets more than 3,497,345 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 98,929 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible El Retiro Park. Around 162,386 visitors have given this urban park an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is a popular art museum, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 46,855 travelers.

Come to Madrid 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 Madrid.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Mi Venta, after your day of exploring the city of Madrid. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,658 customers.

Locals recommend James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid, one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Madrid, Lambuzo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,622 customers.

Sambhad cocktail bar terraza is also one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,029 customers.

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

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 Madrid and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Jaen. You will stay in Jaen for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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

You could also stop at the incredible building, Market of San Miguel. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 106,296 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Madrid is the outstanding Royal Palace of Madrid. This popular royal palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,471 visitors.

The spectacular plaza de España is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 98,199 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Toledo Gate. This attraction is a popular must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,684 visitors.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Jaén and embark on a scenic drive to Murcia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Jaén and Granada 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 Jaén. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Jaén Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,392 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Centro Cultural Palacio de Villardompardo. This attraction, a beloved cultural center, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,420 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Jaén is the stunning Castillo de Santa Catalina. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,060 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Granada 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 Granada has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable S. A. I. Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,036 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Alhambra. This architectural ensemble and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 127,431 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Mirador de San Nicolas, Granada. This scenic viewpoint and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 63,173 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Granada, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Murcia. When you arrive in Murcia 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 El Pilón de la Negra. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,851 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kokoro gastro sushi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 989 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Roneria and the Gintoneria to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Murcia, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 596 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El Togo II. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. El Togo II has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,991 customers.

Cafe Bar GRAN VIA 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 550 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 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!