7-Day Spain Road Trip from Bilbao traveling south to Valladolid and Madrid

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 must-see tourist destination 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. 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 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 La Viña del Ensanche. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,499 customers.

Locals recommend Kafe Antzokia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,751 customers.

Bilbao also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bilbao is Stromboli taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bilbao is Mugi taberna. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Locals also enjoy Arpiku. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Bilbao. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Valladolid. You’ll stay in Valladolid 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 Guggenheim Museum. This much-appreciated museum building and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors. Each year, around 530,967 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Puppy. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,913 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Museum of Fine Arts of Bilbao is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,312 visitors.

The lovely Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,643 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Valladolid. Valladolid 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 La Parrilla De San Lorenzo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,433 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurante Jero is another top restaurant in Valladolid we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,796 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Tasquita is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,612 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Valladolid, the fantastic Villa Paramesa. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,082 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Café Bar Alborada. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,054 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurante Pide por esa Boquita. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 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 Valladolid and embark on a scenic drive to Madrid, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valladolid 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 Valladolid. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Plaza Mayor. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,713 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Plaza de Zorrilla. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,590 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Valladolid is the stunning Parque Campo Grande. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,850 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cuevas del Águila. This attraction is a cave that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,358 visitors.

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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid for 2 nights, 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 Praga, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Madrid. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,919 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Madrid is the 5-star Puerta América Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,150 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Madrid is the 3-star B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro Puerta del Sol. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,970 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 Madrid, like the outstanding plaza de España. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 98,199 visitors.

Temple of Debod is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This incredible attraction is an egyptian temple and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 44,446 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Madrid is the extraordinary Casa de Campo. This park is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 50,826 reviews.

Come to Madrid 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 Madrid.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like El Jardín Secreto Madrid, after your day of exploring the city of Madrid. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,058 customers.

Pum Pum Café is another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is Corral de la Morería. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,011 customers.

Locals recommend 1862 Dry Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Madrid, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,987 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Madrid, Taberna del Alabardero de Madrid. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Baton Rouge Cocktail Bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 966 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Madrid has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Madrid 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 Madrid. 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 Madrid, like the extraordinary Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction is an association football venue and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 120,158 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Madrid is the spectacular Crystal Palace. This attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,270 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing El Retiro Park. This urban park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 visitors.

Puerta de Alcalá is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This triumphal arch is a popular destination among visitors in Madrid. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,833 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Museo del Prado. Museo del Prado is an art museum and popular attraction in Madrid. More than 98,929 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 3,497,345 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Madrid does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Madrid 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 Mi Venta, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,658 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Madrid is the popular Malacatín. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,017 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Madrid is JUNGLEKING - International Food & XL Brunch in Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,533 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Harvey's Cocktail Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Madrid for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,137 customers.

Cafe Madrid is another of the most popular bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Madrid is Inclán Brutal Bar. Inclán Brutal Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,713 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Madrid and the city of Burgos. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Madrid is the amazing Main Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Market of San Miguel. This building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 106,296 visitors.

Royal Palace of Madrid is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Madrid. This well-known attraction, a spectacular royal palace, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 77,471 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Madrid 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 Parque Lineal del Vena in the city of Burgos for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 515 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Gure Kabi 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 1,296 customers.

Locals also recommend La Barraca jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao. La Barraca jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bilbao is Zurima jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

After dinner, visit Café Iruña, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 11,699 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Café Bar Bilbao. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,834 customers.

Alternatively, Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bilbao. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,714 customers.

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

Day 7 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.

Zubizuri is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bilbao. This footbridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,295 visitors.

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 Nura jatetxea before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 586 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Zarate jatetxea for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bilbao. The Zarate jatetxea restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 525 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!