9-Day Spain Road Trip from La Coruña traveling south to Zamora, 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 3 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 will take you to the best attractions La Coruña has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in La Coruña 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 La Coruña. 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 La Coruña, like the extraordinary Tower of Hercules. This attraction is an ancient lighthouse and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in La Coruña is the spectacular Méndez Núñez garden. This attraction is a garden and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,337 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Parque de Santa Margarida. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,603 visitors.

Mega Museo Estrella Galicia is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in La Coruña. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,384 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Monte de San Pedro. Monte de San Pedro is a mountain and popular attraction in La Coruña. More than 9,683 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of La Coruña does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in La Coruña 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 Restaurante Barlovento, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of La Coruña is the popular Restaurante O Fado. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,326 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of La Coruña is O Lagar da Estrella. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, 55 Pasos is one of the best bars in the city of La Coruña for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 195 customers.

La Bombilla is another of the most popular bars in the city of La Coruña. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,405 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of La Coruña is Chaflán. Chaflán has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

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

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 Lugo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Zamora. You’ll stay in Zamora for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lugo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lugo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Lugo Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,868 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Roman Walls of Lugo. This city walls and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,704 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parque de Rosalía de Castro to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Parque de Rosalía de Castro is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,653 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lugo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Zamora. Zamora offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Zamora and embark on a scenic drive to Madrid, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Zamora and Castile and León 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 Zamora. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cathedral of Zamora. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,520 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Puente de Piedra. This attraction, a beloved bridge, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,493 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Zamora is the stunning Zamora Castle. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,184 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Castile and León, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Madrid. When you arrive in Madrid 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 Coque. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,191 customers.

Locals also recommend El Social, another of the best restaurants in Madrid. El Social is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Sobrino de Botín. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,311 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Salmon Guru to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Madrid, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El miniBAR. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. El miniBAR has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Areia 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 3,973 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 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 6,750 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.

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,846 visitors. Up to 671,078 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Madrid is the extraordinary Puerta de Alcalá. This triumphal arch is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 43,833 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 Crystal Palace. Crystal Palace is a popular building, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,270 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 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 Museo del Prado. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,929 visitors. Museo del Prado gets around 3,497,345 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Madrid is the spectacular Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 46,855 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing plaza de España. This square has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 98,199 visitors.

Temple of Debod is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This egyptian temple is a popular destination among visitors in Madrid. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 44,446 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Leon. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of La Coruña. You’ll stay in La Coruña for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Leon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Leon, start your day with a visit to the amazing León Cathedra. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,058 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Basilica of San Isidoro. This collegiate church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,015 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Plaza San Marcelo to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Plaza San Marcelo is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,368 visitors.

The lovely Plaza del Grano, León is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,643 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Leon has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of La Coruña. La Coruña 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 Peculiar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 798 reviews.

The remarkable SenPan is another top restaurant in La Coruña we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in La Coruña, the fantastic The Breen's Tavern. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,418 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Sham-Rock. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,199 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Tarabelo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 948 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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.

Beach of Orzán is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Coruña. This beach and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,122 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 Pablo Gallego before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Entre 2 - Mucho Mejor for your last chance at a meal in the city of La Coruña. The Entre 2 - Mucho Mejor restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 587 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurante El Charrúa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 673 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!