5-Day Spain Road Trip from Bilbao traveling east to Zaragoza and Donostia / San Sebastián

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

Bilbao has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Bilbao is Hotel Carlton. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,174 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like abba Euskalduna hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,405 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Bilbao is ILUNION Bilbao Hotel. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 12,269 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Bilbao, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao, El Globo taberna. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Gure Kabi jatetxea. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

Locals recommend Mugi taberna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Bilbao also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bilbao is Arpiku. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 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 Bilbao 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 Bilbao is the amazing Zubizuri. This attraction is a footbridge that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,295 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum building, Guggenheim Museum. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Guggenheim Museum welcomes around 530,967 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bilbao is the outstanding Doña Casilda Iturrizar park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bilbao 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.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Zaragoza is the 4-star B&B Hotel Zaragoza Los Enlaces Estación. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,107 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Palafox is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,222 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Gran Via. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,411 guests.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 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 San Sebastian. You’ll stay in San Sebastian for 1 night. 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 Plaza de los Sitios. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,205 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Puerta del Carmen. This city gate and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,734 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,535 visitors.

The lovely Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 34,215 visitors have left this co-cathedral average ratings of 4.8 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 Puente de Piedra. This attraction is a bridge rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,689 reviews.

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 San Sebastian. San Sebastian 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 Rekondo. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 874 reviews.

The remarkable Gandarias is another top restaurant in San Sebastian we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bodega Donostiarra Gros is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in San Sebastian, the fantastic Casa Urola. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

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

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bilbao is the amazing Alderdi Eder Parkea. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Beach of La Concha. This natural feature and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Peine del Viento XV is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bilbao. This well-known attraction, a spectacular sculpture, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 11,281 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bilbao 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.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Bilbao is the 4-star hotel abba Euskalduna hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,405 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Carlton is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Bilbao. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,174 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel ILUNION Bilbao Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 12,269 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Barraca 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 842 customers.

Locals also recommend Zurima jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. Zurima jatetxea 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. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 586 customers.

After dinner, visit Marzana 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 934 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Iñakiren Taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 697 customers.

Alternatively, Aralar jatetxea 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 678 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bilbao 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 Bilbao and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Spain.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bilbao at Zarate jatetxea before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Arpiku for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bilbao. The Arpiku restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ágape jatetxea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,513 customers.

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