5-Day Spain Road Trip from Guardamar del Segura traveling north to Cuenca and Madrid

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

Guardamar del Segura has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc El Palmeral. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,211 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 Guardamar del Segura, Nou Manolín. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,895 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Guardamar del Segura is Heladería Borgonesse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

Locals recommend La Taberna del Gourmet as one of the best restaurants in the city of Guardamar del Segura. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,691 customers.

Guardamar del Segura also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Guardamar del Segura is El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Guardamar del Segura is Pinocchio Gelateria Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,140 customers.

Locals also enjoy 26 Cocktail Room. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-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 Guardamar del Segura. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Cuenca. You’ll stay in Cuenca for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Guardamar del Segura’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Guardamar del Segura, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,219 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Santa Bárbara Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,044 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Archaeological Museum of Alicante to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Archaeological Museum of Alicante is an archaeological museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

The lovely Mercado Central de Alicante is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 24,503 visitors have left this building average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Guardamar del Segura has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Cuenca. Cuenca 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 Grotte del Huécar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,935 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Recreo Peral is another top restaurant in Cuenca we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,722 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurante El Torreón is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,390 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Cuenca, the fantastic Las Brasas. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,335 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Ronería De La Habana. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,072 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurante Sidrería La Figal. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,526 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Cuenca and embark on a scenic drive to Madrid, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Cuenca and Aldea del Fresno 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 Cuenca. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Estanque de los Chinescos. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 790 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Royal Palace of Aranjuez. This attraction, a beloved royal palace, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,506 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Cuenca is the stunning Garden of the Island. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,434 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Aranjuez 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 Aldea del Fresno has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Safari Madrid. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,564 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Aldea del Fresno, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Madrid. When you arrive in Madrid 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 Salmon Guru. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,802 customers.

Locals also recommend Coque, another of the best restaurants in Madrid. Coque is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at El Social. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit El miniBAR to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Madrid, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Areia. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Areia has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid 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 4,124 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 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Madrid and the city of Albacete. You’ll stay in Guardamar del Segura for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Madrid today is Main Square. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Market of San Miguel, an outstanding building, in the city of Madrid. Around 106,296 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Madrid is El Retiro Park. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 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 Passage of Lodares for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Albacete. This popular attraction is a monument and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,423 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Guardamar del Segura, Mish Mish. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Piripi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Guardamar del Segura. Restaurant Piripi is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,321 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Guardamar del Segura is TK Restaurante. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,245 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Guardamar del Segura, El Garaje Bar Alicante. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,943 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Noray Puerto de Alicante / Café Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,699 customers.

LA ZONA SOCIAL BAR is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Guardamar del Segura. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 740 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Guardamar del Segura 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.

Parc Canalejas is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Guardamar del Segura. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,593 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Guardamar del Segura at Temple Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 897 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant L'Ereta for your last chance at a meal in the city of Guardamar del Segura. The Restaurant L'Ereta restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 904 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Steki Restaurante. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

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