6-Day Spain road trip from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Santander and Bilbao

Your road trip adventure in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. You’ll stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Vitoria-Gasteiz has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible La Florida. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,409 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, PerretxiCo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is El Toloño taberna. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

Locals recommend El Portalón as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

Vitoria-Gasteiz also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is Sagartoki erretegia. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is El Siete tapas bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,630 customers.

Locals also enjoy La Escotilla. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,905 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vitoria-Gasteiz has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Vitoria-Gasteiz by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. 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 in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz, like the extraordinary Arriagako Donibane Parkea. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,770 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Vitoria-Gasteiz is the spectacular Cathedral of Santa María de Vitoria. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,503 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Plaza Virgen Blanca. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,751 visitors.

Nueva Square is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Vitoria-Gasteiz. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,706 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Vitoria-Gasteiz does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 La mafia jatetxea, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is the popular Mano lenta jatetxea. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is The Bost jatetxea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,103 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Aldapa Taberna is one of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,324 customers.

Bar "Akelarre" is another of the most popular bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,075 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is Cafetería Alquimia. Cafetería Alquimia has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Vitoria-Gasteiz and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Arco de Santa María. This attraction is a triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,973 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Burgos Cathedral. This attraction, a beloved catholic cathedral, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 28,435 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Vitoria-Gasteiz is the stunning Mirador Del Castillo. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,666 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cabarceno Natural Park. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 45,839 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cadelo Restaurante. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 855 customers.

Locals also recommend Casa Lita, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Casa Lita is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,651 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Cañadío. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Magnolia to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Bobby. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Bobby has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Kings Pub 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 857 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 Santander and the city of Portugalete. You’ll stay in Bilbao for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Santander today is Plaza Porticada. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,395 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Mercado del Este, an outstanding top-tier point of interest, in the city of Santander. Around 7,680 travelers rated this attraction with 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Santander is Centro Botin. Attracting over 111,096 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Centro Botin is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,508 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 Vizcaya Bridge for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Portugalete. This popular attraction is a suspension bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,202 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao, El Globo taberna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,994 customers.

Locals recommend La Viña del Ensanche as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. La Viña del Ensanche is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,499 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Kafe Antzokia. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,751 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bilbao, Stromboli taberna. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Mugi taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Arpiku is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bilbao and the city of Donostia / San Sebastián. 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 Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,235 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Guggenheim Museum, a popular attraction that receives around 530,967 yearly visitors. This museum building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors.

Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bilbao. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 9,643 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 Alderdi Eder Parkea in the city of Donostia / San Sebastián for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Donostia / San Sebastián is the outstanding Beach of La Concha. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors, this natural feature 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante-Asador Matxete, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers.

Locals also recommend Zaldiaran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Zaldiaran is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is Restaurant Arkupe. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Txiki, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Sierra tavern. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 174 customers.

Alternatively, La Malquerida is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,142 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Vitoria-Gasteiz 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.

Olárizu is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vitoria-Gasteiz. This abandoned village and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,666 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz at Tximiso Taberna before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,232 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Erdizka bar&grill for your last chance at a meal in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. The Erdizka bar&grill restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,022 customers.

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