Affordable 9-Day Relaxed Spain Road Trip Vacation from Alicante to Valencia

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Spain begins when you reach Alicante, where you’ll stay for a total of 3 nights.

Alicante is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Parc Canalejas. Around 2,593 visitors have rated this fascinating park and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Alicante offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Mish Mish. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

Restaurant Dàrsena serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Alicante has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,515 reviews.

LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 740 customers, LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Alicante looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Café-Pub Bubyston, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,943 reviews.

Canibal Lounge Pub offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Alicante. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 443 customers.

Locals like unwinding at AUSTIN. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 757 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Spain! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Spain!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, you'll explore the best attractions in Alicante at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Alicante, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Archaeological Museum of Alicante. This incredible archaeological museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,768 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Spain by seeing another popular site in Alicante, the wonderful Santa Bárbara Castle. This castle is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Mercado Central de Alicante. This building has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,503 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This church is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,219 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Parc El Palmeral. This amazing site is a wonderful park with more than 6,211 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Alicante. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, La Taberna del Gourmet. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,691 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Heladería Borgonesse, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Heladería Borgonesse is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by 3,861 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Restaurant Piripi. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,321 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Alicante and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular 26 Cocktail Room. This vibrant bar is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Day 3 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Spain gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Benidorm. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Valencia, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 5 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Plaça Triangular is waiting for you. This park has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,047 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Parc de L'Aigüera. This unique park is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,390 visitors.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Benidorm has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Spain. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Valencia. In Valencia, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Spain.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,757 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Ubik Cafè Cafeteria Llibreria.

Locals also recommend USUAL resto-bar as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at USUAL resto-bar as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Éter Valencia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,186 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Café Negrito. Café Negrito is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,307 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Cafe de las Horas. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,922 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Spain!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, you'll explore the best attractions in Valencia at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Valencia, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 4 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria. This incredible park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 37,810 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Spain by seeing another popular site in Valencia, the wonderful Mercado de Colón. This building is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 37,810 travelers.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Spain. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Valencia itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Spain extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Valencia. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Casa Montaña. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,465 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 1,370 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended El Lleón bar. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Valencia and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, you'll explore the best attractions in Valencia at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Valencia, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Plaça de la Mare de Déu. This incredible square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,170 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Spain by seeing another popular site in Valencia, the wonderful Valencia Cathedral. This catholic cathedral is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,170 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Plaça de la Reina (València). This square has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 28,058 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Llotja de la Seda. This lonja is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,376 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Mercat Central. This amazing site is a wonderful market hall with more than 79,570 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Spain. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Valencia itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Spain extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Valencia. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Bar Vermudez. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by 2,075 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Beer & Travels. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Valencia and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, you'll explore the best attractions in Valencia at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Valencia, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Parc de Capçalera. This incredible urban park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,696 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Spain by seeing another popular site in Valencia, the wonderful Quart Towers. This fortified tower is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,696 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Serrano Towers. This fortified tower has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Jardins del Real de València. This urban park is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,212 visitors.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 6 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Spain. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Valencia itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Spain extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Valencia. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Restaurante Canela. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,818 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at A huevo Restaurante, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. A huevo Restaurante is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 894 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Bar Tonyina. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Valencia and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks.

Enjoy the rest of day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Spain, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

Today is also another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in Spain.

From your accommodation, or your home for another 1 night, you’ll leisurely drive to your first stop of the day, the remarkable Ribalta Park. This amazing attraction is one of the best travel destinations in the city of Castelló de la Plana. The famous Ribalta Park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,311 visitors.

There’s still a lot of things to see and experience in Spain. After exploring Castelló de la Plana, it’s time to get back on the road and drive comfortably to your next destination, the wonderful city of La Vall d'Uixó. The city has so much to offer and your trip will surely be memorable.

You can visit the spectacular Coves de Sant Josep. This cave is one of the known tourist destinations in the city The amazing Coves de Sant Josep has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,967 visitors.

Your relaxed road trip across Spain continues as you discover more popular sites and explore to your heart’s content.

Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Spain more special is by joining unique tours and activities in Spain. Peníscola / Peñíscola offers a wide selection of experiences for every traveler.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you can drive back to your accommodation in the city of Valencia to rest and refresh yourself after your long adventure.

After relaxing at your hotel, you might want to grab a bite at one of the best restaurants in the city, like the Racó del Túria. This restaurant is a favorite among locals and is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,195 customers.

We also recommend that you try the different dishes served at Restaurante Genuina. This restaurant has many positive reviews which earned it an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,399 food lovers worldwide.

Another top-rated restaurant in the city of Valencia is Central Bar. Praised by local and foreign customers for its delicious food, this restaurant is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,369 customer reviews.

After your meal, it’s time to loosen up and experience the nightlife in Valencia.

Hop on to another top-rated bar in the city and have an amazing night.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in Spain with this fun but relaxed road trip escapade!

Day 8 of your relaxed road trip across the beautiful country of Spain will take you on a self-paced journey to two incredible places in one day. See some of the best attractions in Spain, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

You’ll begin your day and sightseeing in Elche, and continue your explorations in the city of El Castell de Guadalest. The charming Alicante is where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

Your first stop is the great city of Elche, where you will see the amazing Huerto del Cura. This famous garden has an impressive 4.6 out of 5-star rating from 7,389 people.

While leisurely driving around the city, you can also spend some of your precious time at the incredible Plaça de la Glorieta. The amazing Plaça de la Glorieta is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,275 travelers.

You can also go sightseeing at the popular El Palmerar. This park that receives 4.6 visitors every year is a spectacular travel destination rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,060 travelers.

Another travel hotspot we highly recommend is the outstanding Parc Municipal. Approximately 3,887 people approve of the incredible Parc Municipal in reviews, which led to its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Give yourself the opportunity to see more of Elche than meets the eye by joining a top-rated tour. Put your relaxed road trip to a halt in favor of an in-depth exploration of the city’s best sights and hidden gems while connecting with locals and fellow travelers.

After exploring the city of Elche, it’s time to hit the road again and continue your relaxed road trip to another city in Spain, the lovely El Castell de Guadalest!

In El Castell de Guadalest, you’ll find the magnificent El Castell de Guadalest. This popular municipality of spain has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,496 visitors.

After exploring all these beautiful places, drive leisurely to the beautiful city of Alicante for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Here you can choose from the best selection of hotels and places to stay as you get to know more about this spectacular city.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best places to visit in Spain, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Alicante.

We highly recommend going to Restaurant L'Ereta. This place is a popular restaurant with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 904 customers.

Another great restaurant option is Pinocchio Gelateria Cocktail Bar. This food place is often recommended by travelers and has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,140 customers.

You can also eat at the top-rated Steki Restaurante. Offering great food and amazing service, this restaurant has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 567 customers.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Alicante and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Let’s toast to day 8 of your laid-back self-drive in El Castell de Guadalest! Celebrate this unique opportunity to enjoy a memorable road trip adventure across Spain!

Day 9 of your relaxed road trip in Spain is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Alicante.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Alicante once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Spain on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

El Carrer dels Bolets is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Alicante. This top sight is a popular top-tier point of interest, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,121 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 9 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Alicante or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at El Garaje Bar Alicante. Dining at El Garaje Bar Alicante is one of the best food experiences you can have in Alicante. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

Another top recommendation in Alicante is Centro Comercial Gran Vía. If you go to Centro Comercial Gran Vía, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 21,958 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. If you haven’t yet, a trip to El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Alicante and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 9-day relaxed road trip in Spain is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.