7-Day Spain road trip from Valencia to Tarragona, Barcelona, and Sitges

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

Valencia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible 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.

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 Valencia, Asador El Porteño. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,693 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia is Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurante Belmonte as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

Valencia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Valencia is Cafe de las Horas. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,922 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Valencia is Casa Montaña. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,465 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bar Mistela. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

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

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 Valencia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Tarragona. You will stay in Tarragona 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 Mercat Central. This attraction is a market hall that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fortified tower, Serrano Towers. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,998 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Tarragona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try EL VERGEL VEGGIE RESTAURANT, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,368 customers.

Locals also recommend AQ as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona. AQ is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona is El Llagut. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,375 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurant Casa Balcells, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tarragona. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,900 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like CReeA. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.

Alternatively, El Galliner de l'Antiquari is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tarragona. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 799 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Tarragona and the city of Monistrol de Montserrat. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Tarragona is the amazing Roman circus of Tárraco. This attraction is a chogang elementary school and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,761 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Balcó del Mediterrani. This scenic viewpoint and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,291 visitors.

Tarragona Amphitheatre is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Tarragona. This well-known attraction, a spectacular roman amphitheatre, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 15,655 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Tarragona 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 Montserrat in the city of Monistrol de Montserrat for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a natural feature and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,560 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Monistrol de Montserrat is the outstanding Santa Maria de Montserrat. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,881 visitors, this church building 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 Barcelona.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Disfrutar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,164 customers.

Locals also recommend RAO Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. RAO Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona is La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

After dinner, visit Viana Barcelona, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like BORO Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

Alternatively, Hemingway Gin & Cocktail Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 893 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Barcelona. You’ll stay in Barcelona 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 Catalonia Eixample 1864, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Barcelona. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,960 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Barcelona is the 5-star Ohla Barcelona. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,246 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Barcelona is the 3-star Catalonia Avinyo. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,171 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 Barcelona, like the outstanding Park Güell. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181,403 visitors.

Sagrada Família is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Barcelona. This incredible attraction is a minor basilica and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 226,955 visitors. Up to 4,527,427 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Barcelona is the extraordinary Arc de Triomf. This triumphal arch is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 77,887 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Magic Fountain of Montjuïc. Around 85,986 visitors have given this fountain an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Come to Barcelona 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 Barcelona.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Con Gracia, after your day of exploring the city of Barcelona. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 604 customers.

El Nacional is another of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 23,496 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona is Ciutat Comtal. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,951 customers.

Locals recommend La Whiskeria - Whisky & Cocktail Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Barcelona, Cerveseria Catalana. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,751 customers.

El Bosc de Les Fades is also one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,606 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Barcelona. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Sitges. You’ll stay in Sitges for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Barcelona’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Barcelona, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 62,263 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Mercado de La Boqueria. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 160,835 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Plaça de Catalunya to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Plaça de Catalunya is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 175,036 visitors.

The lovely Casa Batlló is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 125,060 visitors have left this tourist attraction average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular La Pedrera. This attraction is a monument rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 85,188 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Barcelona has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Sitges. Sitges 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 Restaurant El Pou. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 670 reviews.

The remarkable Gelati Dino - Naturalment Gelato is another top restaurant in Sitges we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Casa Hidalgo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 706 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Sitges, the fantastic El Cable. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,261 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful NeM Sitges. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,051 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pub Voramar. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 875 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

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 Peníscola / Peñíscola and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valencia. You will stay in Valencia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Peníscola / Peñíscola is the amazing Església de l'Ermitana. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 152 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible monument, Peniscola Castle. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 61,572 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Peníscola / Peñíscola is the outstanding Portal Fosc. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 102 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Peníscola / Peñíscola 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 Valencia, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurante Canela, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,818 customers.

Locals also recommend Navarro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valencia. Navarro 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. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,561 customers.

After dinner, visit Puerta del Mar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valencia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,372 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Tonyina. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,516 customers.

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

Plaça de la Mare de Déu is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Valencia. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,170 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Valencia at Balansiya, restaurante árabe halal de tradición andalusí before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Malkebien for your last chance at a meal in the city of Valencia. The Malkebien restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,317 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

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