10-Day Spain Road Trip from San Sebastian traveling west to Bilbao, Valladolid, Leon, and Oviedo

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 2 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 Miramar Palace. This attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,022 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 La Cuchara de San Telmo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,292 customers.

Locals recommend Txepetxa Taberna 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 2,594 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 Bar Sport. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,029 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian is Gandarias. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Spain!

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

If you’re curious to see more of San Sebastian, start your day with a visit to the amazing Aquarium. This much-appreciated aquarium and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,413 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Alderdi Eder Parkea. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,442 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Beach of La Concha to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Beach of La Concha is a natural feature that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

The lovely Peine del Viento XV is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,281 visitors have left this sculpture 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 Funicular Monte Igueldo. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 9,567 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that San Sebastian has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bilbao. Bilbao 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 Kafe Antzokia. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,751 reviews.

The remarkable Gure Kabi jatetxea is another top restaurant in Bilbao we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mugi taberna is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bilbao, the fantastic El Globo taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Viña del Ensanche. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,499 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Stromboli taberna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

On day 3 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Bilbao. You’ll stay in Bilbao 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 Hotel Gran Bilbao, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bilbao. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,738 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bilbao is the 5-star Carlton. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,104 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bilbao is the 3-star Sercotel Arenal Bilbao. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,168 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 Bilbao, like the outstanding Zubizuri. This attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,295 visitors.

Federiko Moiua enparantza is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Bilbao. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Bilbao is the extraordinary Guggenheim Museum. This museum building gets more than 530,967 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 64,815 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao. Around 8,312 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is a popular park, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 travelers.

Come to Bilbao 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 Bilbao.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Barraca jatetxea, after your day of exploring the city of Bilbao. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Nura jatetxea. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 586 customers.

Locals recommend Mugi taberna, one of the best bars in the city of Bilbao, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bilbao, Arpiku. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

Café Iruña is also one of the best bars in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 11,699 customers.

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

Day 4 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 Portugalete and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valladolid. You will stay in Valladolid for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Portugalete is the amazing Vizcaya Bridge. This attraction is a suspension bridge that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,202 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Parrilla De San Lorenzo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,433 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Niza as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid. Restaurante Niza is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,745 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valladolid is Eh Voilà! Crêpstaurante Casual. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,277 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurante Jero, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Tasquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

Alternatively, Villa Paramesa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Valladolid. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Valladolid and the city of Burgos. You’ll stay in Leon for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Valladolid today is Plaza Mayor. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,713 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Plaza de Zorrilla, an outstanding square, in the city of Valladolid. Around 6,590 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Valladolid is Parque Campo Grande. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,850 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 city, 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 Burgos Cathedral for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Burgos. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 28,435 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Leon, Restaurante Cocinandos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Cenador Rua Nova as one of the best restaurants in the city of Leon. Restaurante Cenador Rua Nova is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,072 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Leon is Restaurante Asiático - Kamado Asian Food. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,620 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Leon, Clandestino Gastrobar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,610 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar Chelsea. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 911 customers.

Taxman Beatles Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Leon. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in León and embark on a scenic drive to Oviedo, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in 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 León. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful León Cathedra. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 30,058 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Plaza del Grano, León. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,643 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,965 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurante Casa Lobato. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,081 customers.

Locals also recommend Casa Fermín, another of the best restaurants in Oviedo. Casa Fermín is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Panoya. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,461 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Per Se Café to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Oviedo, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Finca Sidrería Agrobar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Mala Saña 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 1,642 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 7 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Oviedo and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Oviedo and Rionansa 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 Oviedo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Elogio del horizonte. This attraction is a sculpture that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,387 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible San Lorenzo Beach. This attraction, a beloved beach, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,583 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Oviedo is the stunning Universidad Laboral de Gijón. This labor universities and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,743 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Gijon 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 Rionansa has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cueva El Soplao. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,913 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Rionansa, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Santander. When you arrive in Santander 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 Cadelo Restaurante. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 855 customers.

Locals also recommend Cañadío, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Cañadío is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Los Peñucas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Casa Lita to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,651 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Max Sports Café Santander. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Max Sports Café Santander has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,627 customers.

Restaurante La Ventana 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 2,224 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 8 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Santander and the city of Villaescusa. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Santander is the amazing Plaza Porticada. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Mercado del Este. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,680 visitors.

Centro Botin is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Santander. This well-known attraction, a spectacular art museum, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 14,508 reviews. Approximately 111,096 travelers visit this popular place of interest annually.

Joining a top-rated tour in Santander 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 Cabarceno Natural Park in the city of Villaescusa for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a zoo and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,839 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try PerretxiCo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Locals also recommend La mafia jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. La mafia jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is Mano lenta jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

After dinner, visit El Toloño taberna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El Portalón. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

Alternatively, Sagartoki erretegia is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz and the city of Ali-Gobeo. You’ll stay in San Sebastian for 1 night.

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

We also recommend you visit the amazing Plaza Virgen Blanca, an outstanding must-see tourist destination, in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Around 8,751 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is La Florida. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,409 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 city, 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 Parque de San Martín / Martin Deunako Parkea for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Ali-Gobeo. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,975 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, Restaurante Akelare | Pedro Subijana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Locals recommend Casa Urola as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. Casa Urola is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of San Sebastian, Txepetxa Taberna. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar Bergara. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,046 customers.

Bar Antonio is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

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

Day 10 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.

Cristina Enea parkea is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in San Sebastian. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,457 visitors.

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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of San Sebastian at Sirimiri Gastroleku before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,290 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Saltxipi Jatetxea for your last chance at a meal in the city of San Sebastian. The Saltxipi Jatetxea restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,189 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Tedone Jatetxea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

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!