9-Day Spain road trip from San Sebastian to Bilbao, Santander, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Zaragoza

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

San Sebastian has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Cristina Enea parkea. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,457 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 San Sebastian, Rekondo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 874 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Narru Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

Locals recommend Tedone Jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

San Sebastian also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian is Gandarias. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian is Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

Locals also enjoy Casa Urola. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 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 San Sebastian has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian. 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 San Sebastian, like the extraordinary Alderdi Eder Parkea. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in San Sebastian is the spectacular Gipuzkoa Plaza. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,940 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Beach of La Concha. This natural feature has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Miramar Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This palace is a popular destination among visitors in San Sebastian. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,022 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of San Sebastian does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in San Sebastian 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 Polka San Sebastián, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 886 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is the popular Anastasio. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 531 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of San Sebastian is TrikuHarri Taberna Jatetxea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,648 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Taberna De Blas is one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

Karrika taberna is another of the most popular bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of San Sebastian is Juantxo Taberna. Juantxo Taberna has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,055 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit in the city of San Sebastian is the amazing Good Shepherd of San Sebastián Cathedral. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,656 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Peine del Viento XV. This sculpture and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,281 visitors.

Funicular Monte Igueldo is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of San Sebastian. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 9,567 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in San Sebastian 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 Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,342 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Vizcaya Bridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,202 visitors, this suspension bridge 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 Bilbao.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Gure Kabi jatetxea, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

Locals also recommend La Barraca jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. La Barraca jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Zurima jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

After dinner, visit El Globo taberna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Mugi taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Alternatively, Arpiku is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bilbao. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Santander. You’ll stay in Santander for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bilbao’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bilbao, start your day with a visit to the amazing Federiko Moiua enparantza. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Guggenheim Museum. This museum building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 64,815 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Guggenheim Museum welcomes 530,967 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Doña Casilda Iturrizar park to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bilbao has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Santander. Santander 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 Cadelo Restaurante. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 855 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Los Peñucas is another top restaurant in Santander we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bodega del Riojano is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Santander, the fantastic La Magnolia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Little Bobby. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

On day 5 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Santander. You’ll stay in Santander 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 Silken Coliseum, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Santander. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,559 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Santander is the 5-star Eurostars Hotel Real. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,776 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Santander is the 3-star NH Ciudad de Santander. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,139 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 Santander, like the outstanding Catedral de Santander. This attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,521 visitors.

Plaza Porticada is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Santander. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of Santander is the extraordinary Centro Botin. This art museum gets more than 111,096 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 14,508 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Llamas Park. Around 4,849 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Come to Santander 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 Santander.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Bombi, after your day of exploring the city of Santander. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

Restaurante Posada Del Mar is another of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals recommend La Barruca de Calderón, one of the best bars in the city of Santander, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,014 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Santander, Bar Abel (Chelo y Quique). This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Santander and embark on a scenic drive to Vitoria-Gasteiz, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Santander 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 Santander. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,994 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Laberinto De Villapresente. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,994 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Cave of Altamira. This cave with prehistoric art and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,460 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Cabarceno Natural Park. This zoo and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,839 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like PerretxiCo. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,156 customers.

Locals also recommend The Bost jatetxea, another of the best restaurants in Vitoria-Gasteiz. The Bost jatetxea is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,103 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante-Asador Matxete. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit El Toloño taberna to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Vitoria-Gasteiz, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Aldapa Taberna. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Aldapa Taberna has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,324 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!

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 Vitoria-Gasteiz and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Zaragoza. You will stay in Zaragoza for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Vitoria-Gasteiz is the amazing Nueva Square. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,706 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, La Florida. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,409 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Vitoria-Gasteiz is the outstanding Plaza Virgen Blanca. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,751 visitors.

The spectacular Cathedral of Santa María de Vitoria is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating catholic cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,503 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Salburua. This attraction is a popular protected area that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,863 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Zaragoza, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante La Senda, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

Locals also recommend Baobab Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza. Baobab Restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,382 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza is El Fuelle. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,804 customers.

After dinner, visit Meli Del Tubo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zaragoza. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,986 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Rock & Blues Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,922 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Cervino is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zaragoza. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,983 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Zaragoza and the city of Pamplona. You’ll stay in San Sebastian for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Zaragoza today is Puente de Piedra. This excellent attraction is a bridge that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,689 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, an outstanding co-cathedral, in the town of Zaragoza. Around 34,215 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Zaragoza is José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,535 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 Citadel of Pamplona for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Pamplona. This popular attraction is a citadel and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,829 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian, Pollitena. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 709 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of San Sebastian, TrikuHarri Taberna Jatetxea. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,648 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Gorriti Taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,324 customers.

Aldaba Restaurante is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 528 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.

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