5-Day Spain Road Trip from Santiago De Compostela traveling east to Oviedo

Photo of cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Spain.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Spain.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Spain. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Santiago de Compostela and 2 nights in Oviedo, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Spain. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, and Ribadesella. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Santiago De Compostela, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Spain, including the stunning Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and Parque da Alameda.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Spain. From the magnificent Sanctuary of Covadonga to the breathtaking Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis and Jurassic Museum of Asturias, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable María Pita square and learn more about the unique Tower of Hercules to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, and Ribadesella, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Spain. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Spain.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Spain. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Spain.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Spain.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Spain has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Spain. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Spain extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Spain fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Spain today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Facade of Santiago de Compostela cathedral in Obradoiro square, Spain.Santiago de Compostela / 2 nights
Photo of the Cathedral of Oviedo, Spain, was founded by King Fruela I of Asturias in 781 AD and is located in the Alfonso II square.Oviedo / 2 nights
A Coruña - city in SpainA Coruña

Map

Attractions

Photo of Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Spain.Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Sanctuary of Covadonga, Cangas de Onís, Asturias, SpainSanctuary of Covadonga
Photo of City council of La Coruna at day, Galicia, Spain.María Pita square
Medieval bridge in Cangas de Onis, Cangas de Onís, Asturias, SpainRoman bridge in Cangas de Onis
Parque da Alameda, Santiago de Compostela, Santiago, A Coruña, Galicia, SpainParque da Alameda (Santiago de Compostela)
photo of a beautiful morning view on Tower of Hercules in La Coruña, Spain.Tower of Hercules
photo of aerial view of the Jurassic Museum in the shape of a dinosaur footprint in Colunga, Asturias. Spain.Jurassic Museum of Asturias
Mirador del Fitu
Photo of Monte de San Pedro public park,spain.Monte de San Pedro
Praza de Galicia, Santiago de Compostela, Santiago, A Coruña, Galicia, SpainPraza de Galicia
City of Culture of Galicia, Santiago de Compostela, Santiago, A Coruña, Galicia, SpainCity of Culture of Galicia
Jardínes de Méndez Núñez, A Coruña, Galicia, SpainMéndez Núñez garden
Praza da Quintana de Vivos, Santiago de Compostela, Santiago, A Coruña, Galicia, SpainPraza da Quintana de Vivos
Parque de San Domingos de Bonaval, Santiago de Compostela, Santiago, A Coruña, Galicia, SpainParque de San Domingos de Bonaval

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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Large bags

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Day 1 – Santiago De Compostela - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Santiago De Compostela - arrival day

  • Santiago de Compostela - Arrival day
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  • Parque da Alameda (Santiago de Compostela)
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Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Santiago De Compostela. You’ll stay in Santiago De Compostela for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Santiago De Compostela has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parque da Alameda. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,510 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 Santiago De Compostela, Casa Marcelo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela is Café Tertulia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,597 customers.

Locals recommend Mesón 42 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Santiago De Compostela. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,967 customers.

Santiago De Compostela also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela is A Taberna do Bispo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,880 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Santiago De Compostela is Pub Momo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,318 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bar La Tita. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,931 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Oviedo

Day 2

Day 2 – Oviedo

  • Santiago de Compostela
  • Oviedo
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Drive 331 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Praza da Quintana de Vivos
  • Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
  • Parque de San Domingos de Bonaval
  • City of Culture of Galicia
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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 Santiago De Compostela. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Oviedo. You’ll stay in Oviedo for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Santiago De Compostela’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Santiago De Compostela, start your day with a visit to the amazing Praza da Quintana de Vivos. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,255 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,359 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parque de San Domingos de Bonaval to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Parque de San Domingos de Bonaval is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,719 visitors.

The lovely Cidade da Cultura de Galicia is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,542 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Santiago De Compostela has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Oviedo. Oviedo 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 Casa Lobato. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,081 reviews.

The remarkable Casa Fermín is another top restaurant in Oviedo we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Panoya is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,461 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Oviedo, the fantastic Per Se Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,642 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Finca Sidrería Agrobar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,955 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Mala Saña. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,642 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

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Day 3 – Cuadonga/Covadonga, Cangas de Onís, Ribeseya, Colunga, and Oviedo

Day 3

Day 3 – Cuadonga/Covadonga, Cangas de Onís, Ribeseya, Colunga, and Oviedo

  • Oviedo
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Drive 194 km, 3 hours 8 min

  • Jurassic Museum of Asturias
  • Mirador del Fitu
  • Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis
  • Sanctuary of Covadonga
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Cuadonga/Covadonga has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Cuadonga/Covadonga by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the hamlet.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the hamlet of Cuadonga/Covadonga. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Roman bridge in Cangas de Onis. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,965 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Cuadonga/Covadonga.

Your discovery of Cuadonga/Covadonga does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Cuadonga/Covadonga on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Spain, be sure to eat at Restaurante La Tagliatella | Oviedo / Uviéu, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Oviedo. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Oviedo is the popular Ca' Suso. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 703 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Oviedo is Bar Pulpería Cares. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 764 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, L'Esperteyu Pub - Cervecería is one of the best bars in the city of Oviedo for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 778 customers.

El Loco del Pelo Rojo is another of the most popular bars in the city of Oviedo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 747 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Oviedo is Arrocería La Genuina de Cimadevilla. Arrocería La Genuina de Cimadevilla has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,931 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Oviedo!

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Day 4 – Santiago De Compostela

Day 4

Day 4 – Santiago De Compostela

  • Santiago de Compostela
  • A Coruña
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Drive 374 km, 4 hours 11 min

  • Méndez Núñez garden
  • María Pita square
  • Tower of Hercules
  • Monte de San Pedro
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Oviedo and embark on a scenic drive to Santiago De Compostela, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Oviedo and O Portiño 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 Méndez Núñez garden. This attraction is a garden that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,337 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible María Pita square. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,562 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Oviedo is the stunning Tower of Hercules. This ancient lighthouse and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

Wave goodbye to La Coruña 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 hamlet of O Portiño has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Monte de San Pedro. This attraction is a mountain that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,683 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in O Portiño, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Santiago De Compostela. When you arrive in Santiago De Compostela 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 Casa de Xantar O Dezaseis. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,883 customers.

Locals also recommend El Papatorio, another of the best restaurants in Santiago De Compostela. El Papatorio is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,071 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Hotel A Quinta Da Auga Relais & Châteaux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,154 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Restaurante A Nave de Vidán (Santiago de Compostela) to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santiago De Compostela, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,115 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Raíces Galegas (Santiago de Compostela). This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Bar Raíces Galegas (Santiago de Compostela) has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,130 customers.

A Novena Porta is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,226 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!

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Day 5 – Santiago De Compostela - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Santiago De Compostela - departure day

  • Santiago de Compostela - Departure day
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  • Praza de Galicia
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Day 5 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Santiago De Compostela 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.

Praza de Galicia is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Santiago De Compostela. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 9,953 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Santiago De Compostela at A Noiesa ~ Casa De Comidas (Santiago de Compostela) before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Abastos 2.0 for your last chance at a meal in the city of Santiago De Compostela. The Abastos 2.0 restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,537 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try RESTAURANTE SAN CLEMENTE. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,131 customers.

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

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