One-Week Spain Road Trip from San Sebastian to Santander, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Zaragoza

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

San Sebastian has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Miramar Palace. This attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,022 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 San Sebastian, Rekondo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 874 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is La Cuchara de San Telmo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,292 customers.

Locals recommend Txepetxa Taberna as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

San Sebastian also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian is Bar Sport. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,029 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian is Gandarias. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,393 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bodega Donostiarra Gros. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,091 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Spain!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions San Sebastian has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in San Sebastian 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 San Sebastian. 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 San Sebastian, like the extraordinary Aquarium. This attraction is an aquarium and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,413 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in San Sebastian is the spectacular Alderdi Eder Parkea. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,442 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Beach of La Concha. This natural feature has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Gipuzkoa Plaza is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in San Sebastian. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,940 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Peine del Viento XV. Peine del Viento XV is a sculpture and popular attraction in San Sebastian. More than 11,281 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of San Sebastian does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in San Sebastian 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 Restaurante Akelare | Pedro Subijana, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,504 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is the popular Casa Urola. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of San Sebastian is Narru Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,506 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Txepetxa Taberna is one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,594 customers.

Bar Bergara is another of the most popular bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,046 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of San Sebastian is Bar Antonio. Bar Antonio has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Donostia / San Sebastián and embark on a scenic drive to Santander, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Donostia / San Sebastián 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 Donostia / San Sebastián. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Federiko Moiua enparantza. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,235 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Puppy. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,913 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Donostia / San Sebastián is the stunning Guggenheim Museum. This museum building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 64,815 visitors. Approximately 530,967 travelers come to Donostia / San Sebastián every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Donostia / San Sebastián. The popular Doña Casilda Iturrizar park is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,643 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 Vizcaya Bridge. This attraction is a suspension bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 28,202 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 Cañadío, another of the best restaurants in Santander. Cañadío is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante Los Peñucas. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,136 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Casa Lita to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Santander, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,651 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Max Sports Café Santander. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Max Sports Café Santander has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,627 customers.

Restaurante La Ventana is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,224 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 best attractions Rionansa has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Rionansa 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 Rionansa. 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 Rionansa, like the extraordinary Cueva El Soplao. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,913 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Rionansa.

Your discovery of Rionansa does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rionansa 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 Bodega del Riojano, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Santander. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,195 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Santander is the popular Taberna La Radio. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,408 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Santander is Restaurante Las Olas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,798 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, La Magnolia is one of the best bars in the city of Santander for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Little Bobby is another of the most popular bars in the city of Santander. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Santander is Kings Pub. Kings Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 857 customers.

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

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 Santander. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. You’ll stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Santander’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Santander, start your day with a visit to the amazing Catedral de Santander. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,521 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plaza Porticada. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,395 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mercado del Este to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Mercado del Este is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,680 visitors.

The lovely Plaza de Pombo is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,913 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.3 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 Centro Botin. This attraction is an art museum rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 14,508 reviews. Around 111,096 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Santander has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 PerretxiCo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,156 reviews.

The remarkable La mafia jatetxea is another top restaurant in Vitoria-Gasteiz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,697 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mano lenta jatetxea is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,842 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Vitoria-Gasteiz, the fantastic El Toloño taberna. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,240 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful El Portalón. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Sagartoki erretegia. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,472 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 will take you to the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz and the hamlet of Elorriaga. You’ll stay in Zaragoza for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz today is Nueva Square. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,706 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Plaza Virgen Blanca, an outstanding top-tier point of interest, in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz. Around 8,751 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz is La Florida. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,409 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 Salburua for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the hamlet of Elorriaga. This popular attraction is a protected area and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,863 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza, Restaurante La Senda. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

Locals recommend Asador La Garnacha as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza. Asador La Garnacha is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,721 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zaragoza is Baobab Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,382 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Zaragoza, Meli Del Tubo. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,986 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Rock & Blues Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,922 customers.

La Flor de Lis is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Zaragoza. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,460 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Zaragoza and the city of Pamplona. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Zaragoza is the amazing Puente de Piedra. This attraction is a bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,689 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. This co-cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,215 visitors.

José Antonio Labordeta Grand Park is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Zaragoza. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 19,535 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zaragoza 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 Citadel of Pamplona in the city of Pamplona for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a citadel and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,829 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Sirimiri Gastroleku, one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,290 customers.

Locals also recommend Saltxipi Jatetxea as one of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian. Saltxipi Jatetxea is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,189 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of San Sebastian is Tedone Jatetxea. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 895 customers.

After dinner, visit Casa Urola, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Geralds Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 843 customers.

Alternatively, La Taberna De Blas is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of San Sebastian. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

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

Day 8 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of San Sebastian 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.

Cristina Enea parkea is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in San Sebastian. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,457 visitors.

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

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