4-Day Spain Road Trip from Madrid traveling west to Salamanca

Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Madrid has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible El Retiro Park. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 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 Madrid, Salmon Guru. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is Coque. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Locals recommend El Social as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

Madrid also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Madrid is El miniBAR. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Madrid is Areia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

Locals also enjoy James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-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 Madrid. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Salamanca. You’ll stay in Salamanca for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Madrid’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Madrid, start your day with a visit to the amazing Main Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Market of San Miguel. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 106,296 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Royal Palace of Madrid to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Royal Palace of Madrid is a royal palace that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,471 visitors.

The lovely Museo del Prado is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 98,929 visitors have left this art museum average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 3,497,345 visits every year.

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 Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction is an association football venue rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 120,158 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Madrid has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Salamanca. Salamanca 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 Isidro. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,168 reviews.

The remarkable RESTAURANTE LA HOJA 21 is another top restaurant in Salamanca we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,593 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Corte&Cata is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Salamanca, the fantastic Cuzco Bodega - Salamanca. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Café Bar Capitán Haddock. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is St. Patrick's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 3 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Salamanca and the city of Segovia. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Salamanca is the amazing Calisto and Melibea Vegetable Garden. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,760 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Roman bridge of Salamanca. This bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,869 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Salamanca 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 Alcázar of Segovia in the city of Segovia for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an alcázar and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,713 visitors. Each year, Alcázar of Segovia is visited by more than 754,946 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Segovia is the outstanding Aqueduct of Segovia. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 95,202 visitors, this stone 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 Madrid.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try BiBo Dani García, one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,461 customers.

Locals also recommend El Jardín Secreto Madrid as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. El Jardín Secreto Madrid is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,058 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is Pum Pum Café. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,614 customers.

After dinner, visit 1862 Dry Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,987 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Cuchara. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,244 customers.

Alternatively, Taberna del Alabardero de Madrid is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Madrid 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.

Plaza de España is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Madrid. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 98,199 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Madrid at Corral de la Morería before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,011 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Mi Venta for your last chance at a meal in the city of Madrid. The La Mi Venta restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,658 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Malacatín. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,017 customers.

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