Cheap 5-Day Spain Road Trip from Valencia traveling south to Benidorm

Your exciting road trip through Spain starts when you reach the incredible city of Valencia, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Valencia and begin your adventure in Spain.

Valencia is a popular cheap holiday destination in Spain with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Valencia and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Instal·lacions dels Jardins del Túria will make your cheap holiday in Spain truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 37,810 visitors.

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 Valencia. An excellent example is the popular Asador El Porteño. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,693 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Spain is Restaurante Asador Argentino Gordon 10. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 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 Navarro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,045 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Fox Congo is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,530 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Valencia we recommend is Bar Mistela, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,177 customers.

Puerta del Mar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 3,372 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Valencia, proving that cheap holidays in Spain can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Serrano Towers. This attraction is a fortified tower that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,998 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Jardins del Real de València. This popular place of interest is a stunning urban park that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,212 visitors.

Your discovery of Valencia does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Valencia on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Spain.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Spain, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Restaurante Flor de Valencia | Arrocería, one of the best restaurants in Valencia. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,561 reviews.

You can also check out La Salita de Begoña Rodrigo. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 diners.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Valencia for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Central Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,369 customers.

Bar Vermudez is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Beer & Travels. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,028 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Valencia.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Valencia!

On day 3 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 Valencia and end your day in the city of Benidorm, 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 Valencia is the amazing Plaça de la Reina (València). This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 28,058 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Plaça de la Mare de Déu. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,170 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Valencia is likely to make your vacation in Spain even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Valencia is the outstanding Llotja de la Seda. This lonja has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,376 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Spain, drop by the popular Mercat Central. This attraction, an amazing market hall, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 79,570 travelers.

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 Benidorm. Benidorm 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 Benidorm that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Benidorm enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Benidorm’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Spain.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience 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 Benidorm and end your day in the city of Valencia, 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 Benidorm is the amazing Parc de L'Aigüera. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,390 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 Valencia. Valencia 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 Valencia that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Valencia is A huevo Restaurante. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 894 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Valencia, Lienzo is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 809 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Valencia enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Valencia’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Spain. For example, you can visit El Lleón bar. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is USUAL resto-bar. This popular bar in Valencia has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 811 bar-goers.

You can also go to Mulligan's as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Mulligan's is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 756 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 Valencia.

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.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Valencia is the remarkable Mercado de Colón. This building and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 37,146 visitors.

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