9-Day Spain road trip from La Coruña to Oviedo, Salamanca, Madrid, and Leon

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

La Coruña has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible María Pita square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,562 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 La Coruña, Terreo Cocina Casual. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is Artabria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Locals recommend La Sartén de Coruña as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,531 customers.

La Coruña also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of La Coruña is Culuca cociña-bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,174 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of La Coruña is La Escondita. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 673 customers.

Locals also enjoy A Lagareta. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 La Coruña and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Oviedo. You will stay in Oviedo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in La Coruña is the amazing Tower of Hercules. This attraction is an ancient lighthouse that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible beach, Beach of Orzán. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,122 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the La Coruña is the outstanding Obelisco Millenium. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,012 visitors.

The spectacular Monte de San Pedro is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mountain and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,683 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parque de Santa Margarida. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,603 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Casa Fermín, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oviedo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

After dinner, visit Per Se Café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Alternatively, Mala Saña is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Oviedo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Salamanca. You’ll stay in Salamanca for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Oviedo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Oviedo, start your day with a visit to the amazing El Fontán Market. This much-appreciated marketplace and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,436 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating El Fontán Square. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,309 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mafalda statue to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Mafalda statue is a monument that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,537 visitors.

The lovely Santa María del Naranjo is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,703 visitors have left this church building average ratings of 4.7 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 Invierno. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,020 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Oviedo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Salamanca. Salamanca 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 Restaurante Isidro. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,168 reviews.

The remarkable RESTAURANTE LA HOJA 21 is another top restaurant in Salamanca we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,593 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Corte&Cata is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Salamanca, the fantastic Cuzco Bodega - Salamanca. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Café Bar Capitán Haddock. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is St. Patrick's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

You’ll stay in Madrid for 3 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Salamanca today is Plaza Mayor. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 57,275 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Calisto and Melibea Vegetable Garden, an outstanding park, in the town of Salamanca. Around 11,760 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Salamanca is Roman bridge of Salamanca. This amazing attraction is a bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,869 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 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 Alcázar of Segovia for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is an alcázar and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,713 visitors. Approximately 754,946 people visit Segovia Province every year to see the fantastic Alcázar of Segovia.

This outstanding stone bridge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 95,202 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid, Coque. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Locals recommend El Social as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. El Social is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is Sobrino de Botín. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Madrid, Salmon Guru. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like El miniBAR. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Areia is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

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

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 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 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 6,880 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 Museo del Prado. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,929 visitors and gathers around 3,497,345 every year.

El Retiro Park is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Madrid is the extraordinary Great Pond of El Retiro. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 22,242 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Crystal Palace. Around 39,270 visitors have given this building an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 will take you to the best attractions Madrid has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Madrid 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 Madrid. 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 city of Madrid, like the extraordinary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction is an association football venue and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 120,158 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Madrid is the spectacular Puerta de Alcalá. This attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,833 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. This art museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,846 visitors. Up to 671,078 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Madrid. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 46,855 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider plaza de España. Plaza de España is a square and popular attraction in Madrid. More than 98,199 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Madrid does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Madrid 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 Arrabal Madrid, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,924 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Madrid is the popular Asador Real. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,789 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Madrid is Restaurante Alabaster. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,156 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Del Diego Cocktail Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Madrid for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,245 customers.

Baton Rouge Cocktail Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Madrid is Harvey's Cocktail Bar. Harvey's Cocktail Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

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

Day 7 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 Leon. You will stay in Leon 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 Temple of Debod is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating egyptian temple and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 44,446 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 Leon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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 8 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Leon and the city of Santiago de Compostela. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Leon is the amazing León Cathedra. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,058 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Leon 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 Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in the city of Santiago de Compostela for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,359 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the town of Santiago de Compostela is the outstanding Parque da Alameda. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,510 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Barlovento, one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante O Fado as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. Restaurante O Fado is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,326 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is O Lagar da Estrella. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

After dinner, visit 55 Pasos, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 195 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Bombilla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,405 customers.

Alternatively, Chaflán is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of La Coruña 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.

Méndez Núñez garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Coruña. This garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,337 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of La Coruña at Peculiar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend SenPan for your last chance at a meal in the city of La Coruña. The SenPan restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.

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