One-Week Spain Road Trip from Rota to Málaga, Cordova, and Merida

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

Rota has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Metropol Parasol. This attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 78,849 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 Rota, Bollywood Indian Restaurant Sevilla. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rota is Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,063 customers.

Locals recommend conTenedor - Restaurante en el centro de Sevilla as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rota. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,414 customers.

Rota also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rota is Ovejas Negras Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,733 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rota is Bar Catedral Sevilla. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,057 customers.

Locals also enjoy Cervecería Giralda Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,874 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Spain!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Rota. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Málaga. You’ll stay in Málaga for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rota’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rota, start your day with a visit to the amazing Giralda. This much-appreciated bell tower and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,814 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Catedral de Sevilla. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 45,052 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Royal Alcázar of Seville to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Royal Alcázar of Seville is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 74,238 visitors.

The lovely Torre del Oro is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 40,410 visitors have left this monument average ratings of 4.5 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 Parque de María Luisa. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 34,203 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Rota has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Málaga. Málaga 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 Buenavista Gastrobar & Tapas. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,277 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Las Golondrinas is another top restaurant in Málaga we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 552 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous El Mesón de Cervantes is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,011 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Málaga, the fantastic La Casa del Perro. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 604 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Speakeasy “The Pharmacy”. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 535 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Morrissey's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,462 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Málaga and embark on a scenic drive to Cordova, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Málaga 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 Málaga. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Alcazaba. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,648 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Iglesia Catedral de la Encarnación. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,609 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Málaga is the stunning Picasso Museum Málaga. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 24,075 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 Alhambra. This attraction is an architectural ensemble that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 127,431 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Patio de los Leones. This patio and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 714 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Palace of Charles V. This palace and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,429 visitors.

The lovely Nasrid Palaces is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 20,263 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Granada, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cordova. When you arrive in Cordova 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 Restaurante ReComiendo. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,491 customers.

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If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Damasco. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 818 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Ermita de la Candelaria to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cordova, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 810 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bodegas Mezquita. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bodegas Mezquita has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,686 customers.

Restaurante El Rincon De Carmen 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 1,291 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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Cordova. You’ll stay in Cordova 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 Hesperia Córdoba, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Cordova. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 9,469 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Cordova is the 5-star Eurostars Palace. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,097 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Cordova is the 4-star Eurostars Conquistador. This 4-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,551 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 Cordova, like the outstanding Plaza de la Corredera. This attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 21,080 visitors.

Plaza de las Tendillas, Córdoba, Spain is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Cordova. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,380 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of Cordova is the extraordinary Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. This catholic cathedral gets more than 751,008 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 16,325 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Puente romano. Around 26,580 visitors have given this bridge an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Alcázar Nuevo. Alcázar Nuevo is a popular castle, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,842 travelers.

Come to Cordova 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 Cordova.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Noor, after your day of exploring the city of Cordova. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Bodegas Campos is another of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,906 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova is Restaurante Puerta Sevilla. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,674 customers.

Locals recommend Cocina 33 Restaurante, one of the best bars in the city of Cordova, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Cordova, Munda. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

Bar Moriles is also one of the best bars in the city of Cordova. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,754 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Merida for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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 Merida, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Agallas Gastro & Food, one of the best restaurants in the city of Merida. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 622 customers.

Locals also recommend Sybarit Gastroshop as one of the best restaurants in the city of Merida. Sybarit Gastroshop is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,611 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Merida is La Mafia se sienta a la mesa. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

After dinner, visit A de Arco, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Merida. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Shangri La. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,061 customers.

Alternatively, La Carbonería Brasas y Tapas is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Merida. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Merida. You’ll stay in Merida 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 Merida Medea, Affiliated by Meliá, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Merida. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Merida is the 5-star Hotel ILUNION Mérida Palace. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,895 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Merida is the 4-star Hotel ILUNION Las Lomas. This 4-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,897 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 Merida, like the outstanding Acueducto de los Milagros. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,410 visitors.

Casa del Mitreo y área funeraria de Los Columbarios is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Merida. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,896 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of Merida is the extraordinary National Museum of Roman Art. This art museum is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,891 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta. Around 37,382 visitors have given this roman theatre an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Come to Merida 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 Merida.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Milanesa, after your day of exploring the city of Merida. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,308 customers.

Restaurante La Tahona is another of the best restaurants in the city of Merida. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,110 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Merida is Restaurante Rex Numitor. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Chamorro, one of the best bars in the city of Merida, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Merida, NATURA GastroArt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 720 customers.

Bar Volterra is also one of the best bars in the city of Merida. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,090 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Merida. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rota. You’ll stay in Rota for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Merida’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Merida, start your day with a visit to the amazing Temple of Diana. This much-appreciated roman temple and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,292 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basilica of Santa Eulalia. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,179 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Roman Circus of Mérida to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Roman Circus of Mérida is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,532 visitors.

The lovely Seven Chairs' Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,128 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Merida has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rota. Rota 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 Abantal. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 823 reviews.

The remarkable PETRA is another top restaurant in Rota we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 564 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurante Zelai is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 728 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rota, the fantastic Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,063 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Castizo tapas bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,315 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Becerrita. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,270 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

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

Plaza de España is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rota. This porticoed square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 141,385 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rota at Bar Baratillo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,468 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pelayo Bar de Tapas for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rota. The Pelayo Bar de Tapas restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,657 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Bar Alfalfa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,848 customers.

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