9-Day Spain Road Trip around Alicante to Granada, Murcia, and Valencia

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

Alicante has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Canalejas. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,593 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 Alicante, El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Temple Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant L'Ereta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

Alicante also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Alicante is 26 Cocktail Room. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Alicante is El Garaje Bar Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 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 Alicante has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Alicante 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 Alicante. 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 Alicante, like the extraordinary Santa Bárbara Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,044 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Alicante is the spectacular Archaeological Museum of Alicante. This attraction is an archaeological museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Mercado Central de Alicante. This building has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,503 visitors.

Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This church is a popular destination among visitors in Alicante. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Parc El Palmeral. Parc El Palmeral is a park and popular attraction in Alicante. More than 6,211 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Alicante does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Alicante 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 Steki Restaurante, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Alicante is the popular Restaurante L'Atelier. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Alicante is El Garaje Bar Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR is one of the best bars in the city of Alicante for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

Probar el Buen Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Alicante is La Favorita Bar. La Favorita Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Alicante, start your day with a visit to the amazing Experiencia 43. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,012 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Interpretation Center of the Punic Wall. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,139 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museo Foro Romano. Molinete. To make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Museo Foro Romano. Molinete. Is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,591 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Alicante has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Granada. Granada 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 Palacio Andaluz Almona. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,367 reviews.

The remarkable El Mercader is another top restaurant in Granada we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 998 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Flamenco Granada - Tablao Jardines de Zoraya is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,495 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Granada, the fantastic Puerta del Carmen. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,595 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Hannigan & Sons. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,442 customers.

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 Granada and embark on a scenic drive to Murcia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Granada and Cartagena 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 Granada. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Alhambra. This attraction is an architectural ensemble that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 127,431 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Mirador de San Nicolas, Granada. This attraction, a beloved scenic viewpoint, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 63,173 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Granada is the stunning S. A. I. Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,036 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Alicante 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 Cartagena has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Estatua Icue. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,302 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Roman theatre of Cartagena. This archaeological site and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,504 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Castle of La Concepción. This monument and travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 944 visitors.

The lovely Parque de Alfonso Torres is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,477 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Cartagena, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Murcia. When you arrive in Murcia 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 Torremolinos. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,737 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna, another of the best restaurants in Murcia. Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante El Churra. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,527 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit SteakBurger to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Murcia, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cosa Fina GastroBar de Manolo Castro. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cosa Fina GastroBar de Manolo Castro has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

La Tapeoteca is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,366 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!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Murcia and embark on a scenic drive to Valencia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Murcia and Cartagena 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 Murcia. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Murcia's Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,947 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Plaza de las Flores. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,389 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Murcia is the stunning Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,552 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Alicante 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 Cartagena has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Naval Museum Cartagena. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,771 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible National Museum of Underwater Archaeology. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,845 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Faro Cabo de Palos. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,578 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Cartagena, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Valencia. When you arrive in Valencia 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 Asador El Porteño. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,693 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10, another of the best restaurants in Valencia. Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

After dinner, visit Fox Congo to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Valencia, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,530 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Mistela. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar Mistela has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Puerta del Mar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 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!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Valencia, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

You can also make your new day in Spain more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Spain’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Valencia.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Puerta del Mar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers.

Navarro is one of the top restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,045 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Valencia, Central Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Valencia, we recommend the cocktails at Bar Vermudez. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Valencia is Beer & Travels. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Valencia!

On day 7 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Alicante. You’ll stay in Alicante 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 Port Feria Valencia, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Alicante. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,650 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Alicante is the 5-star SH Valencia Palace. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,171 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Alicante is the 3-star Flatsforyou Mercat. This 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 305 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 Alicante, like the outstanding Mercat Central. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

Serrano Towers is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Alicante. This incredible attraction is a fortified tower and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors.

Come to Alicante 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 Alicante.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo, after your day of exploring the city of Alicante. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Central Bar is another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

Locals recommend El Lleón bar, one of the best bars in the city of Alicante, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Alicante, USUAL resto-bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

Mulligan's is also one of the best bars in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Alicante for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Alicante is the amazing Castell de Dénia. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 8,389 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Moraira. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,726 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Alicante is the outstanding Platja de l'Ampolla. This popular beach and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,813 visitors.

The spectacular Platja de la Fossa is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating beach and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 8,355 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR, one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

Locals also recommend Probar el Buen Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante. Probar el Buen Bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 698 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Alicante is Cafee Restaurante Anis Halal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

After dinner, visit Canibal Lounge Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 443 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cervecería Layton. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 387 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurante Fondillón - Alicante is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Alicante. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 325 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 Alicante 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.

El Carrer dels Bolets is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Alicante. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,121 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Alicante at Alifornia Poké Bar - Centro de Alicante before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 595 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Favorita Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Alicante. The La Favorita Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 507 customers.

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