7-Day Spain road trip from Murcia to Alicante and Valencia

Photo of Murcia city centre and Segura river aerial panoramic view.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 Murcia, 1 night in Alicante, and 3 nights in Valencia, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Spain. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Murcia, Alicante, and Valencia. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Spain you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Murcia, 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 Mercat Central and Serrano Towers.

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 Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria to the breathtaking Valencia Bioparc and L'Oceanogràfic, 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 City of Arts and Sciences and learn more about the unique Peniscola Castle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Murcia, Alicante, and Valencia, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Murcia city centre and Segura river aerial panoramic view. Murcia is a city in south eastern Spain.Murcia / 2 nights
Photo of Altea white village skyline in Alicante at Mediterranean Spain.Alicante / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Benidorm and Levante beach in Alicante Mediterranean of Spain.Benidorm
Photo of View on Peniscola from the top of Pope Luna's Castle , Valencia, Spain.Valencia / 3 nights

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Photo of view of Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia in the City of Arts and Sciences. It was designed by famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava.City of Arts and Sciences
Photo of Mercado Central or Mercat Central building is a public central market located in central Valencia, Spain.Mercat Central
Photo of L'Oceanografic (Aquarium) in Valencia, Spain.L'Oceanogràfic
Photo of View of the sea from a height of Pope Luna's Castle. Valencian Community, Spain. Peniscola. Castell. The medieval castle of the Knights Templar on the beach. Beautiful view of the sea and the bay.Peniscola Castle
Photo of Natural recreation at Bioparc, Valencia ,Spain .Valencia Bioparc
Photo of Towers of Serranos in Valencia . Spain.Serrano Towers
Jardí del Túria, Ciutat Vella, Valencia, Comarca de València, Valencian Community, SpainInstal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria
Santa Bárbara Castle, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainSanta Bárbara Castle
Photo of Valencia, Spain. Mercado Colon - famous old market hall, currently housing exclusive restaurants.Mercado de Colón
Plaça de la Mare de Déu, Ciutat Vella, Valencia, Comarca de València, Valencian Community, SpainPlaça de la Mare de Déu
Photo of Square, Plaza of the Queen (Placa de la Reina) and La Escuraeta, Crafts Market before the Seville Cathedral.Plaça de la Reina (València)
Photo of ALICANTE, SPAIN - August 18, 2019: Alicante Central Market Hall (Mercado Central, dating from 1912).Mercado Central de Alicante
Photo of Valencia Spain Square of Saint Mary's Architecture at Sunrise.Valencia Cathedral
Jardins del Real, la Saïdia, Valencia, Comarca de València, Valencian Community, SpainJardins del Real de València
Photo of Towers of Quart (Torres de Quart) is one of the twelve gates that formed part of the ancient city wall,of the city of Valencia.Quart Towers
Photo of Murcia's Cathedral,Murica ,Spain.Murcia's Cathedral
Archaeological Museum of Alicante, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainArchaeological Museum of Alicante
Plaça Triangular
Plaza de Las Flores, San Pedro, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainPlaza de las Flores
Parc El Palmerar, Alicante, l'Alacantí, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, SpainParc El Palmeral
Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Fuensanta, Pedanía de Algezares, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainSanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta
Real Casino de Murcia, La Catedral, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainReal Casino de Murcia
Jardín de Floridablanca, El Carmen, Murcia, Área Metropolitana de Murcia, Region of Murcia, SpainJardín de Floridablanca
Photo of Bridge of Perils or Puente de los Peligros is a bridge through Segura river in Murcia. Murcia is a city in south eastern Spain.Puente de los Peligros

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Day 1 – Murcia - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Murcia - arrival day

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

Murcia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Plaza de las Flores. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,389 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 Murcia, CafeLab. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,491 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia is Restaurante Torremolinos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,737 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante La Pequeña Taberna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

Murcia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Murcia is Culturas. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,954 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Murcia is El Secreto. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,415 customers.

Locals also enjoy SteakBurger. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Spain!

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Day 2 – Alicante

Day 2

Day 2 – Alicante

  • Murcia
  • Alicante
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Drive 96 km, 1 hour 45 min

  • Real Casino de Murcia
  • Murcia's Cathedral
  • Jardín de Floridablanca
  • Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta
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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 Murcia. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Alicante. You’ll stay in Alicante for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Murcia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Murcia, start your day with a visit to the amazing Real Casino de Murcia. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,805 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Murcia's Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,947 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardín de Floridablanca to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Jardín de Floridablanca is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,929 visitors.

The lovely Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,552 visitors have left this church building average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Murcia has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Alicante. Alicante 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 Heladería Borgonesse. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,861 reviews.

The remarkable La Taberna del Gourmet is another top restaurant in Alicante we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,691 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mish Mish is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Alicante, the fantastic Nou Manolín. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,895 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful El Portal Alicante - Krug Ambassade. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,120 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pinocchio Gelateria Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,140 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 – Alicante, Benidorm, and Valencia

Day 3

Day 3 – Alicante, Benidorm, and Valencia

  • Alicante
  • Benidorm
  • Valencia
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Drive 203 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Mercado Central de Alicante
  • Santa Bárbara Castle
  • Archaeological Museum of Alicante
  • Parc El Palmeral
  • Plaça Triangular
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Alicante and embark on a scenic drive to Valencia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Alicante 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 Alicante. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mercado Central de Alicante. This attraction is a building that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 24,503 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Santa Bárbara Castle. This attraction, a beloved castle, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,044 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Alicante is the stunning Archaeological Museum of Alicante. This archaeological museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,768 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Alicante. The popular Parc El Palmeral is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,211 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Plaça Triangular. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,047 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Asador El Porteño. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,693 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10, another of the best restaurants in Valencia. Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Belmonte. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Cafe de las Horas to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Valencia, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,922 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Casa Montaña. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Casa Montaña has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,465 customers.

Bar Mistela 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 4,177 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 4 – Valencia and Peníscola / Peñíscola

Day 4

Day 4 – Valencia and Peníscola / Peñíscola

  • Valencia
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Drive 299 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Peniscola Castle
  • Mercat Central
  • Quart Towers
  • Valencia Bioparc
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On day 4 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Valencia. You’ll stay in Valencia 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 ILUNION Valencia 4, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Valencia. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 6,403 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Valencia is the 5-star Only You Hotel Valencia. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,481 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Valencia is the 3-star Hotel Sorolla Centro. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,474 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 Valencia, like the outstanding Mercat Central. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

Quart Towers is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Valencia. This incredible attraction is a fortified tower and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,889 visitors.

Come to Valencia 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 Valencia.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurante Canela, after your day of exploring the city of Valencia. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,818 customers.

Navarro is another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,045 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

Locals recommend Puerta del Mar, one of the best bars in the city of Valencia, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Valencia, Bar Tonyina. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

Bar Vermudez is also one of the best bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Valencia

Day 5

Day 5 – Valencia

  • Valencia
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Drive 11 km, 52 min

  • L'Oceanogràfic
  • City of Arts and Sciences
  • Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria
  • Jardins del Real de València
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Valencia has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Valencia 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 Valencia. 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 Valencia, like the extraordinary Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 37,810 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Valencia is the spectacular Jardins del Real de València. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,212 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Valencia.

Your discovery of Valencia does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Valencia 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 Balansiya, restaurante árabe halal de tradición andalusí, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Valencia is the popular Malkebien. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,317 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Valencia is La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Beer & Travels is one of the best bars in the city of Valencia for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers.

El Lleón bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Valencia is USUAL resto-bar. USUAL resto-bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Valencia and Murcia

Day 6

Day 6 – Valencia and Murcia

  • Murcia
  • Valencia
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Drive 232 km, 3 hours 1 min

  • Mercado de Colón
  • Plaça de la Reina (València)
  • Valencia Cathedral
  • Plaça de la Mare de Déu
  • Serrano Towers
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Day 6 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 Valencia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Murcia. You will stay in Murcia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Valencia is the amazing Mercado de Colón. This attraction is a building that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 37,146 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Plaça de la Reina (València). With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 28,058 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Valencia is the outstanding Valencia Cathedral. This popular catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,457 visitors.

The spectacular Plaça de la Mare de Déu is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,170 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Serrano Towers. This attraction is a popular fortified tower that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,998 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Valencia 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 Murcia, 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 Churra, one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,527 customers.

Locals also recommend El Pilón de la Negra as one of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia. El Pilón de la Negra is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,851 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Murcia is Enso Sushi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,145 customers.

After dinner, visit Cosa Fina GastroBar de Manolo Castro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Murcia. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cervecería Tira la caña. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,110 customers.

Alternatively, El Togo II is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Murcia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,991 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Murcia - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Murcia - departure day

  • Murcia - Departure day
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  • Puente de los Peligros
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Day 7 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Murcia 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.

Puente de los Peligros is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Murcia. This bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,754 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Murcia at La Tapeoteca before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,366 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurante Emboka for your last chance at a meal in the city of Murcia. The Restaurante Emboka restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,118 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Kokoro gastro sushi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 989 customers.

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

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