One-Week Spain Road Trip from Santander to Valladolid and Bilbao

Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Santander. You’ll stay in Santander for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Santander has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Llamas Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,849 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 Santander, Cadelo Restaurante. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 855 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santander is Restaurante Los Peñucas. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

Locals recommend Bodega del Riojano as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

Santander also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santander is La Magnolia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santander is Little Bobby. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 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 Santander has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Santander 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 Santander. 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 Santander, like the extraordinary Plaza Porticada. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Santander, which gets around 111,096 annual visits, is the spectacular Centro Botin. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico. This maritime museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,771 visitors.

Parque de Mataleñas is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Santander. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,724 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Santander does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Santander 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 La Bombi, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Santander is the popular Restaurante Posada Del Mar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Barruca de Calderón is one of the best bars in the city of Santander for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

Bar Abel (Chelo y Quique) is another of the most popular bars in the city of Santander. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Valladolid for 3 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Laberinto De Villapresente. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,994 visitors.

Around 3,844 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 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. 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 Castle Fuensaldaña for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,593 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, La Parrilla De San Lorenzo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,433 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Niza as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. Restaurante Niza is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,745 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is Eh Voilà! Crêpstaurante Casual. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,277 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Valladolid, Restaurante Jero. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Tasquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

Villa Paramesa is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Valladolid.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Alcázar of Segovia. As one of the top sights in the area, around 754,946 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an alcázar and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 49,713 visitors.

Segovia Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,509 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Plaza Mayor. This amazing attraction is a plaza mayor and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,239 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Aqueduct of Segovia. This stone bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 95,202 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 Valladolid.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid, like Restaurante asador El Figón de Recoletos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,744 customers.

Restaurante Paco Espinosa is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,008 customers.

Locals enjoy El Consejero del Rey, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Valladolid. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 953 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid, THE VILLA GIN BAR. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Restaurante Pide por esa Boquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

El Corcho is another of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,211 customers.

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

On day 5 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Valladolid. You’ll stay in Valladolid 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 Sercotel Valladolid, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Valladolid. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,277 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Valladolid is the 5-star AC Hotel Palacio de Santa Ana. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,366 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Valladolid is the 3-star Hotel Alda Valladolid Sur. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 533 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 Valladolid, like the outstanding Parque Campo Grande. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,850 visitors.

Plaza de Zorrilla is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Valladolid. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,590 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of Valladolid is the extraordinary Plaza Mayor. This square is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,713 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Cathedral of Valladolid. Around 5,791 visitors have given this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic National Sculpture Museum. National Sculpture Museum is a popular art museum, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,935 travelers. Around 145,606 people visit this art museum each year.

Come to Valladolid 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 Valladolid.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like GastroLava, after your day of exploring the city of Valladolid. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Restaurante Gabi García| Valladolid is another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is Trigo. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

Locals recommend The Lost Child Cocktail's Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,106 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Valladolid, Restaurante El Gallo. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 750 customers.

Bar Leyva is also one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit in the town of Burgos Province is the amazing Puente de Santa María. This attraction is a bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 699 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Arco de Santa María. This triumphal arch and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,973 visitors.

Burgos Cathedral is another popular attraction you can explore in the town of Burgos Province. This well-known attraction, a spectacular catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 28,435 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Burgos Province 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 Vizcaya Bridge for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a suspension bridge and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,202 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Gure Kabi jatetxea, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Zurima jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

After dinner, visit El Globo taberna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Alternatively, Arpiku is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

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 Bilbao and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bilbao 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 Bilbao. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,235 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Guggenheim Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum building, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 64,815 visitors. Guggenheim Museum welcomes around 530,967 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Bilbao is the stunning Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cabarceno Natural Park. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 45,839 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Cave of Altamira. This cave with prehistoric art and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,460 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurante la Mayor. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 921 customers.

Locals also recommend La Chulilla, another of the best restaurants in Santander. La Chulilla is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Gele. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 779 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Cantabria Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,226 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurante Matices Santander. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurante Matices Santander has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Daría is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 409 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 Santander 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.

Paseo Marítimo de Santander is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Santander. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,078 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Santander at Restaurante Agua Salada before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 640 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Marisqueria Casa Jose for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santander. The Marisqueria Casa Jose restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,213 customers.

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