One-Week Spain Road Trip from Santiago De Compostela to La Coruña, Oviedo, and Leon

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

Santiago De Compostela has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parque da Alameda. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,510 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 Santiago De Compostela, Casa Marcelo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela is Mesón 42. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,967 customers.

Locals recommend Casa de Xantar O Dezaseis as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,883 customers.

Santiago De Compostela also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela is A Taberna do Bispo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,880 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela is O Quitapenas. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

Locals also enjoy Chocolate. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 584 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 Santiago De Compostela and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of La Coruña. You will stay in La Coruña for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Santiago De Compostela is the amazing Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,359 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Praza da Quintana de Vivos. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,255 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Santiago De Compostela is the outstanding Museo del Pueblo Gallego. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,800 visitors.

The spectacular Parque de San Domingos de Bonaval is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,719 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Santiago De Compostela 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 La Coruña, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Terreo Cocina Casual, one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Locals also recommend Artabria as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. Artabria is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is La Sartén de Coruña. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

After dinner, visit Culuca cociña-bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,174 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Escondita. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 673 customers.

Alternatively, A Lagareta is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in A Coruña and embark on a scenic drive to Oviedo, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in A Coruña 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 A Coruña. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful María Pita square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,562 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Méndez Núñez garden. This attraction, a beloved garden, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,337 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in A Coruña is the stunning Tower of Hercules. This ancient lighthouse and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated mountain in A Coruña. The popular Monte de San Pedro 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 9,683 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 María Pita square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,562 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Méndez Núñez garden. This garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,337 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Tower of Hercules. This ancient lighthouse and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

The lovely Monte de San Pedro is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,683 visitors have left this mountain an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Casa Fermín. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 671 customers.

After dinner, visit Per Se Café to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Oviedo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,642 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Finca Sidrería Agrobar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Mala Saña is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 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!

You still have 2 nights 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 best-rated sightseeing 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.

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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!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Oviedo, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Oviedo.

Today you'll explore the city of Gijon. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Universidad Laboral de Gijón. This incredible attraction is a labor universities and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,743 visitors.

San Lorenzo Beach is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Gijon. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,583 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Gijon is Begoña Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,212 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding La Escalerona. This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,573 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Elogio del horizonte. This sculpture is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,387 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 Doña Concha. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 822 customers.

La Tabernilla de Oviedo - Uviéu is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Oviedo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 818 customers.

Locals enjoy El Fondín de Trascorrales, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Oviedo. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Oviedo, El Loco del Pelo Rojo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 747 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Arrocería La Genuina de Cimadevilla. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,931 customers.

La Paloma is another of the best bars in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,600 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit in the city of Oviedo is the amazing El Fontán Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,309 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible El Fontán Market. This marketplace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,436 visitors.

Mafalda statue is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Oviedo. This well-known attraction, a spectacular monument, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 7,537 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Oviedo is Santa María del Naranjo. This attraction is an amazing church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,703 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Oviedo 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 Palace of Gaudí Astorga for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,164 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Asiático - Kamado Asian Food, one of the best restaurants in the city of Leon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,620 customers.

Locals also recommend Casa Mando as one of the best restaurants in the city of Leon. Casa Mando is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Leon is Restaurante Alfonso Valderas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

After dinner, visit Clandestino Gastrobar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Leon. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,610 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Taxman Beatles Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

Alternatively, Four Lions Brewery is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Leon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,507 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the city of Leon and the city of Lugo. You’ll stay in Santiago De Compostela for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Leon today is León Cathedra. This excellent attraction is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,058 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Plaza del Grano, León, an outstanding square, in the town of Leon. Around 6,643 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. 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 Roman Walls of Lugo for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Lugo. This popular attraction is a city walls and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,704 visitors.

This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 352 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela, El Papatorio. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,071 customers.

Locals recommend A Noiesa ~ Casa De Comidas (Santiago de Compostela) as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela. A Noiesa ~ Casa De Comidas (Santiago de Compostela) is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela is Abastos 2.0. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,537 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela, Pub Momo. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,318 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar La Tita. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,931 customers.

Don Manuel Restaurante Santiago de Compostela is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Santiago De Compostela. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 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 Santiago De Compostela 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Santiago De Compostela at RESTAURANTE SAN CLEMENTE before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,131 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante San Jaime for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santiago De Compostela. The Restaurante San Jaime restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,638 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Los Caracoles Restaurante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

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