6-Day Spain road trip from Seville to Cordova and Merida

Photo of Seville, Spain cityscape with Plaza de Espana buildings.
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6 days & 5 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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5 nights included
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6 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 Seville, 2 nights in Córdoba, and 1 night in Mérida, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Spain. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Seville, Córdoba, and Mérida. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Seville, 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 Plaza de España and Royal Alcázar of Seville.

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 Metropol Parasol to the breathtaking Catedral de Sevilla and Giralda, 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 Torre del Oro and learn more about the unique Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Seville, Córdoba, and Mérida, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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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Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Photo of view from the top of the Space Metropol Parasol (Setas de Sevilla) one have the best view of the city of Seville, Spain.Seville / 2 nights
Cordova - city in SpainCordova / 2 nights
Mérida - city in SpainMérida / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Spain Square (Plaza de Espana), Seville, Spain, built on 1928, it is one example of the Regionalism Architecture mixing Renaissance and Moorish styles.Plaza de España
Royal Alcázar of Seville, Santa Cruz, Casco Antiguo, Seville, Sevilla, Andalusia, SpainRoyal Alcázar of Seville
Photo of Metropol Parasol wooden structure located in the old quarter of Seville, Spain.Metropol Parasol
Photo of Seville Cathedral viewed from the Triumph Square, Spain Gorgeous low angle view surrounded with trees.Catedral de Sevilla
Photo of Tower of Gold (Torre del Oro) on Guadalquivir river embankment, Spain .Torre del Oro
Photo of Stage of the Roman Theater of Mérida with Greek and Roman marble columns, lighting spotlights on scaffolding for the Mérida international theater festival. Sunny day before the evening performance.Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta
Photo of Giralda is the name given to the bell tower of the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Sede of the city of Seville, in Andalusia, Spain. At its top is a ball called a jar on which stands the Giraldillo.Giralda
Photo of Parque de María Luisa,Spain.Parque de María Luisa
Alcazar of the Christian MonarchsAlcázar Nuevo
Photo of Cordoba, Spain. Roman Bridge and Mezquita (Great Mosque) Cathedral on the Guadalquivir River.Puente romano
photo of main square Tendillas (Plaza de las Tendillas) in downtown Cordoba city. Andalucia, Spain.Plaza de las Tendillas
Photo of Famous Plaza de la Corredera from the year 1683 in Cordoba, Spain .Plaza de la Corredera
photo of morning view of the Mezquita Catedral and roman bridge at Cordoba, Spain.Mezquita Catedral
Photo of Merida Diana Temple in Badajoz Extremadura of Spain image shot from the exterior public floor .Temple of Diana
Roman Circus of Mérida, Mérida, Badajoz, Extremadura, SpainRoman Circus of Mérida
Photo of Roman Aqueduct of Merida in dusk. Extremadura, Spain .Acueducto de los Milagros
National Museum of Roman Art, Mérida, Badajoz, Extremadura, SpainNational Museum of Roman Art
Parque Natural Las Quinientas, Berlanga, Badajoz, Extremadura, SpainParque Natural Las Quinientas
photo of Piedad Park in Almendralejo, Spain.Piedad Park
photo of overview of Roman Theatre of Regina in Casas de Reina, Badajoz, Spain.Roman theater at Reina
photo of beautiful morning of Zafra castle in Campillo de Dueñas, Guadalajara, Spain.Castle of Zafra
Castillo de Reina, Reina, Badajoz, Extremadura, SpainCastillo de Reina

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Day 1

Day 1 – Seville - arrival day

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

Seville has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Metropol Parasol. This attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 78,849 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 Seville, Espacio Eslava. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,248 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Seville is Bollywood Indian Restaurant Sevilla. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

Locals recommend Almazen café as one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,114 customers.

Seville also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Seville is El Rinconcillo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,849 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Seville is La Brunilda Tapas. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,867 customers.

Locals also enjoy Ovejas Negras Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,733 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Spain!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Cordova

  • Seville
  • Cordova
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Drive 146 km, 2 hours 37 min

  • Giralda
  • Catedral de Sevilla
  • Royal Alcázar of Seville
  • Torre del Oro
  • Parque de María Luisa
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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 Seville and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Cordova. You will stay in Cordova for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Seville is the amazing Giralda. This attraction is a bell tower that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,814 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Royal Alcázar of Seville. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 74,238 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Seville is the outstanding Torre del Oro. This popular monument and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 40,410 visitors.

The spectacular Parque de María Luisa is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,203 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante ReComiendo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,491 customers.

Locals also recommend RESTAURANTE. DAMASQUINO. HALAL. )مطعم دامسكينو حلال. As one of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova. RESTAURANTE. DAMASQUINO. HALAL. )مطعم دامسكينو حلال. Is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,009 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova is Restaurante Damasco. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 818 customers.

After dinner, visit Bodegas Mezquita (Céspedes), which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cordova. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,360 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bodegas Mezquita. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,686 customers.

Alternatively, Bar restaurante Casa Antonio is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cordova. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,932 customers.

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

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Day 3

Day 3 – Cordova

  • Cordova
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Drive 3 km, 53 min

  • Plaza de la Corredera
  • Plaza de las Tendillas
  • Mezquita Catedral
  • Puente romano
  • Alcázar Nuevo
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On day 3 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Cordova. You’ll stay in Cordova 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 Soho Boutique Córdoba, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Cordova. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,129 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Cordova is the 5-star Eurostars Palace. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,157 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Cordova is the 3-star La Boutique Puerta Osario. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,288 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 Cordova, like the outstanding Plaza de la Corredera. This attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 21,080 visitors.

Plaza de las Tendillas, Córdoba, Spain is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Cordova. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,380 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Cordova is the extraordinary Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba. This catholic cathedral gets more than 751,008 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 16,325 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Puente romano. Around 26,580 visitors have given this bridge an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Alcázar Nuevo. Alcázar Nuevo is a popular castle, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,842 travelers.

Come to Cordova 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 Cordova.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ermita de la Candelaria, after your day of exploring the city of Cordova. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 810 customers.

Noor is another of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cordova is Bodegas Campos. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,906 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante El Rincon De Carmen, one of the best bars in the city of Cordova, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,291 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Cordova, Restaurante Almudaina. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Cocina 33 Restaurante is also one of the best bars in the city of Cordova. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

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

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Day 4

Day 4 – Berlanga, Casas de Reina, Reina, Almendralejo, and Merida

  • Mérida
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Drive 272 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Parque Natural Las Quinientas
  • Roman theater at Reina
  • Castillo de Reina
  • Castle of Zafra
  • Piedad Park
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Berlanga. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Merida. You’ll stay in Merida for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Berlanga’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Berlanga, start your day with a visit to the amazing Parque Natural Las Quinientas. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,101 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Berlanga has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Merida. Merida 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 Agallas Gastro & Food. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 622 reviews.

The remarkable Sybarit Gastroshop is another top restaurant in Merida we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,611 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Mafia se sienta a la mesa is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Merida, the fantastic A de Arco. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful La Carbonería Brasas y Tapas. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurante Chamorro. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 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 5

Day 5 – Merida and Seville

  • Seville
  • Mérida
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Drive 194 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • Temple of Diana
  • Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta
  • National Museum of Roman Art
  • Roman Circus of Mérida
  • Acueducto de los Milagros
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Day 5 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 Merida and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Seville. You will stay in Seville for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Merida is the amazing Temple of Diana. This attraction is a roman temple that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,292 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible roman theatre, Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 37,382 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Merida is the outstanding National Museum of Roman Art. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,891 visitors.

The spectacular Roman Circus of Mérida is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,532 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Acueducto de los Milagros. This attraction is a popular aqueduct that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,410 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante El Pasaje Tapas, one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,904 customers.

Locals also recommend Abades Triana Restaurante as one of the best restaurants in the city of Seville. Abades Triana Restaurante is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,849 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Seville is Agustín & Company Bar de Tapas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,063 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Catedral Sevilla, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Seville. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,057 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cervecería Giralda Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,874 customers.

Alternatively, Al Solito Posto is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Seville. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,708 customers.

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

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Day 6

Day 6 – Seville - departure day

  • Seville - Departure day
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  • Plaza de España
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Day 6 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Seville 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 Seville. This porticoed square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 141,385 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Seville at JESTER Specialty Coffee & Juice before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,875 customers.

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

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