Cheap 5-Day Spain Road Trip from Marbella traveling north to Cordova

Your exciting road trip through Spain starts when you reach the incredible city of Marbella, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Marbella and begin your adventure in Spain.

Marbella is a popular cheap holiday destination in Spain with something to offer every traveler.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Marbella. An excellent example is the popular Buenavista Gastrobar & Tapas. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,277 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Spain is La Casa del Perro. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 604 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Los Mellizos Málaga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 7,269 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Speakeasy “The Pharmacy” is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 535 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Marbella we recommend is Nusa Malaga, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,443 customers.

Morrissey's Irish Pub is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,462 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Spain!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Spain, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Marbella and end your day in the city of Cordova, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Marbella is the amazing Iglesia Catedral de la Encarnación. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,609 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Alcazaba. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,648 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Marbella is likely to make your vacation in Spain even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Marbella is the outstanding Picasso Museum Málaga. This museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 24,075 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Spain, drop by the popular Castle of Gibralpharo. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,046 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Jardín Botánico - Histórico La Concepción. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,247 visitors from all over the globe.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Cordova. Cordova is another cheap travel destination in Spain where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Spain can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Cordova that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Cordova is Bodegas Mezquita (Céspedes). This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,360 customers.

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Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurante Damasco. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Cordova enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 818 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Cordova’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Spain. For example, you can visit Bodegas Mezquita. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,686 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bar restaurante Casa Antonio. This popular bar in Cordova has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,932 bar-goers.

You can also go to Restaurante El Rincon De Carmen as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Restaurante El Rincon De Carmen is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,291 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Spain!

On day 3 of your road trip adventures in Spain, you’ll go deep into Cordova, where you'll stay for 1 night, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Cordova, and meet locals along the way!

Cordova offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Eurostars Palace to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Cordova. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 5,157 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Hotel Soho Boutique Córdoba. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Cordova. Hotel Soho Boutique Córdoba has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,129 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Cordova should also consider La Boutique Puerta Osario. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. La Boutique Puerta Osario has been rated by 3,288 guests with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Cordova offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Cordova the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding square, Plaza de las Tendillas, Córdoba, Spain. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,380 visitors.

The famous Plaza de la Corredera is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible porticoed square and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 21,080 visitors.

Cordova is also the home of the extraordinary Alcázar Nuevo. Around 30,842 travelers have rated the spectacular Alcázar Nuevo an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, which hosts up to 751,008 visitors every year. With an impressive average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from a total of 16,325 reviews, a visit to this wonderful catholic cathedral and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Spain is also your chance to admire the fantastic Puente romano up close. This fascinating bridge and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous Puente romano enjoys an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 26,580 travelers.

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After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Cordova, Ermita de la Candelaria. Locals enjoy eating at Ermita de la Candelaria for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 810 diners.

Noor serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 637 food lovers.

If you want more options, Bodegas Campos is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Bodegas Campos has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,906 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Cordova? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Cordova after dinner. Locals recommend Restaurante Almudaina, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Cocina 33 Restaurante is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Spain. Cocina 33 Restaurante has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 759 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Cordova.

You might also want to cap the night off at Munda, a fascinating bar that 523 customers have rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Spain!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Spain, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Seville and end your day in the city of Marbella, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Seville is the amazing Metropol Parasol. This travel destination is a monument that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 78,849 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Royal Alcázar of Seville. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 74,238 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Seville is likely to make your vacation in Spain even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Seville is the outstanding Plaza de España. This porticoed square has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 141,385 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Spain. To have the best affordable travel experience in Spain, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Spain unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Spain.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Marbella. Marbella is another cheap travel destination in Spain where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Spain can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Marbella that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Marbella is Amigos Málaga Centro. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,715 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Marbella, Chiringuito El Cachalote is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,090 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pampa Grill Málaga. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Marbella enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,897 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Marbella’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Spain. For example, you can visit El Mesón de Cervantes. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,011 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Bar Málaga. This popular bar in Marbella has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,183 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Terraza De Valeria as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Terraza De Valeria is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,122 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Spain!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Spain as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Marbella.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Spain.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Marbella, consider a top-rated restaurant like El Gastronauta. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,852 customers.

Next Level Specialty Coffee is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,291 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is La ristobottega. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,135 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Spain and your fun memories in Marbella.

You’ll then say farewell to Marbella and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Spain!