One-Week Spain Road Trip from Girona to Barcelona and Tarragona

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

Girona has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc de la Devesa. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,109 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 Girona, El Celler de Can Roca. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,112 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Girona is La Fabrica Girona. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,135 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant L'Alqueria as one of the best restaurants in the city of Girona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,180 customers.

Girona also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Girona is Massana Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Girona is La Pedra. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,060 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bagels & Beers. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 257 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 Girona and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Barcelona. You will stay in Barcelona for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Girona is the amazing Muralles de Girona. This attraction is a city walls that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,195 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible hammam, Arab Baths of Girona. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,574 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Girona is the outstanding Girona Cathedral. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,744 visitors.

The spectacular Basílica de Sant Feliu is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,189 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Pont de Sant Feliu. This attraction is a popular top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 124 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Girona 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 Barcelona, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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 3 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Barcelona. You’ll stay in Barcelona 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 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 Museu de la Ciència CosmoCaixa. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,537 visitors.

Park Güell is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Barcelona. This incredible attraction is a sculpture garden and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181,403 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Barcelona is the extraordinary Sagrada Família. This minor basilica gets more than 4,527,427 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 226,955 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible La Pedrera. Around 85,188 visitors have given this monument an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Casa Batlló. Casa Batlló is a popular tourist attraction, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 125,060 travelers.

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.

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Barcelona has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Barcelona 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 Barcelona. 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 Barcelona, like the extraordinary Montjuïc Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 50,433 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Barcelona is the spectacular Plaça de Catalunya. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 175,036 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Palau de la Música Catalana. This concert hall has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,217 visitors.

Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This catholic cathedral is a popular destination among visitors in Barcelona. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 62,263 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Mercado de La Boqueria. Mercado de La Boqueria is a best-rated sightseeing destination and popular attraction in Barcelona. More than 160,835 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Barcelona does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Barcelona 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 Braseria La Selva Barcelona, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Barcelona. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,957 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Barcelona is the popular Antigua. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,938 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Barcelona is Paradiso. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,403 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Ciutat Comtal is one of the best bars in the city of Barcelona for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,951 customers.

Ocaña is another of the most popular bars in the city of Barcelona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,052 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Barcelona is Elsa y Fred. Elsa y Fred has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,884 customers.

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

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 Tarragona. You’ll stay in Tarragona for 2 nights. 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 Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,464 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Arc de Triomf. This triumphal arch and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 77,887 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,394 visitors. Every year, around 718,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 85,986 visitors have left this fountain average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Tarragona. Tarragona 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 EL VERGEL VEGGIE RESTAURANT. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,368 reviews.

The remarkable AQ is another top restaurant in Tarragona we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,289 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous El Llagut is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,375 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Tarragona, the fantastic Restaurant Casa Balcells. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,900 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful CReeA. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is El Galliner de l'Antiquari. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 799 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 best attractions Peníscola / Peñíscola has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Peníscola / Peñíscola 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 Peníscola / Peñíscola. 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 village of Peníscola / Peñíscola, like the extraordinary Bufador. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,367 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Peníscola / Peñíscola is the spectacular La Casa de las Petxines. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,367 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Peniscola Castle. This monument has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 61,572 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Peníscola / Peñíscola.

Your discovery of Peníscola / Peñíscola does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Peníscola / Peñíscola 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 Restaurant Can Bonachí, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Tarragona. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,189 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Tarragona is the popular El Terrat Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Tarragona is Filosofia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Ol’ Dirty Burgers La Cantonada is one of the best bars in the city of Tarragona for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

La Botifarra is another of the most popular bars in the city of Tarragona. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Tarragona is TERRASSA tapes i música. TERRASSA tapes i música has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 208 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip through Spain is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Tarragona and the city of Figueres. 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 Dalí Theatre and Museum in the city of Figueres for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,341 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Vedette, one of the best restaurants in the city of Girona. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,276 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant El Cul del Món as one of the best restaurants in the city of Girona. Restaurant El Cul del Món is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Girona is Federal Cafe. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,245 customers.

After dinner, visit Tomàquet Bar Restaurant, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Girona. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,830 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Brots de Vi. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Alternatively, McKiernans is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Girona. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,040 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 Girona 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.

Pont Palanques Vermelles is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Girona. This bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,071 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Girona at BionBo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 729 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Probocador for your last chance at a meal in the city of Girona. The Restaurant Probocador restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 923 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Divinum. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

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