9-Day Spain road trip from La Coruña to Astorga, Segovia, Madrid, Salamanca, and Ponferrada

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

La Coruña has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible María Pita square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,562 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 La Coruña, Terreo Cocina Casual. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña is Artabria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Locals recommend Mamá Chicó as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Coruña. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

La Coruña also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of La Coruña is Culuca cociña-bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,174 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of La Coruña is La Escondita. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 673 customers.

Locals also enjoy 55 Pasos. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 195 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 La Coruña. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Astorga. You’ll stay in Astorga for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of La Coruña’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of La Coruña, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tower of Hercules. This much-appreciated ancient lighthouse and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,352 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museo Nacional de Ciencia e Tecnología. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,957 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Obelisco Millenium to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Obelisco Millenium is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,012 visitors.

The lovely Parque de Santa Margarida is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,603 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that La Coruña has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Astorga. Astorga offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

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 Astorga and embark on a scenic drive to Segovia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Astorga and Tordesillas 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 Astorga. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parque Campo Grande. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,850 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 Astorga is the stunning Plaza Mayor. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,713 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated square in Astorga. The popular Plaza de Fuente Dorada, Valladolid 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 2,637 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

Wave goodbye to Valladolid and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Tordesillas has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Plaza Mayor. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,847 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Tordesillas, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Segovia. When you arrive in Segovia you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like José María. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,079 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Asador Maribel, another of the best restaurants in Segovia. Restaurante Asador Maribel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,949 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante El Bernardino. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,021 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Restaurante Casares to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Segovia, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,972 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like El Figón de los Comuneros. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. El Figón de los Comuneros has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,757 customers.

Restaurante Pasapán is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,195 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 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 Segovia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Madrid. You will stay in Madrid for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Segovia is the amazing Alcázar of Segovia. As such, over 754,946 people visit Alcázar of Segovia yearly. This attraction is an alcázar that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,713 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Segovia Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,509 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Segovia is the outstanding Aqueduct of Segovia. This popular stone bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 95,202 visitors. Approximately 754,946 travelers come to Segovia every year to see the stunning Alcázar of Segovia with their own eyes.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Salmon Guru, one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,802 customers.

Locals also recommend Coque as one of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid. Coque is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Madrid is El Social. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 944 customers.

After dinner, visit El miniBAR, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,297 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Areia. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,973 customers.

Alternatively, James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,124 customers.

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

On day 5 of your road trip across Spain, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Madrid. You’ll stay in Madrid 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 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 Puerta de Alcalá. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 43,833 visitors.

El Retiro Park is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Madrid. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 162,386 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Madrid is the extraordinary Museo del Prado. This art museum gets more than 3,497,345 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 98,929 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Around 46,855 visitors have given this art museum an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Casa de Campo. Casa de Campo is a popular park, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 50,826 travelers.

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.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Spain, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Madrid. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Salamanca. You’ll stay in Salamanca for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Madrid’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Madrid, start your day with a visit to the amazing Main Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 152,388 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Market of San Miguel. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 106,296 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Royal Palace of Madrid to make the most of your road trip across Spain. The spectacular Royal Palace of Madrid is a royal palace that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,471 visitors.

The lovely plaza de España is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 98,199 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.4 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 Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. This attraction is an association football venue rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 120,158 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Madrid has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Salamanca. Salamanca 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 Restaurante Isidro. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,168 reviews.

The remarkable Cuzco Bodega - Salamanca is another top restaurant in Salamanca we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,736 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous RESTAURANTE LA HOJA 21 is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,593 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Salamanca, the fantastic Café Bar Capitán Haddock. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,340 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful St. Patrick's Irish Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The doctor coctail. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 943 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Spain!

Day 7 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 Salamanca and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ponferrada. You will stay in Ponferrada for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Salamanca is the amazing Salamanca Cathedral. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,562 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Calisto and Melibea Vegetable Garden. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,760 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Salamanca is the outstanding Casa Lis. This popular house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,572 visitors.

The spectacular Roman bridge of Salamanca is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating bridge and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,869 visitors.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Spain. Today, you'll wake up in Ponferrada and embark on a scenic drive to La Coruña, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ponferrada 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 Ponferrada. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,359 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Praza da Quintana de Vivos. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,255 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ponferrada is the stunning Praza de Galicia. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 9,953 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Ponferrada. The popular Parque da Alameda is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,510 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like La Sartén de Coruña. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,531 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurante Barlovento, another of the best restaurants in La Coruña. Restaurante Barlovento is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurante O Fado. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,326 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit A Taberna de Cunqueiro to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in La Coruña, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,193 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Bombilla. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Bombilla has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,405 customers.

Cafetería La Granera is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,653 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 9 of your road trip in Spain is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of La Coruña 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.

Méndez Núñez garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Coruña. This garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,337 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of La Coruña at O Lagar da Estrella before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,050 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Peculiar for your last chance at a meal in the city of La Coruña. The Peculiar restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try A Lagareta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

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