Travelling Andalusia by car is a perfect plan for a holiday. It's also a great way to ensure you don't miss any of the must-see places in this autonomous community.
Plan your road trip through Andalusia ahead of time
Andalusia really is huge, and this means that you can make any number of stops. The beaches are always a favourite. But as well as these, you will also find natural areas and historic cities with a rich heritage.
Trying to cover everything in 7 days is certainly a challenge, although it will be much easier if you have your own car to rely on. You can enjoy more freedom and flexibility, and the opportunity to focus on what you really want to see without having to use public transport.
At OK Mobility, we make it even easier for you, because we have branches across Andalusia. This means you can pick up your car in one city and return it in another, like Granada, Malaga or Seville.
7-day road trip through Andalusia
On a cultural level, a road trip through Andalusia will take you through centuries of history. The area's Muslim past is one of the most evident, leaving us wonders like the Alhambra. Nature is also a prominent feature, with the Doñana National Park or the Sierra de Grazalema as the best examples. And what better way to spend your afternoons than with some tapas and fried fish by the sea on one of its fantastic beaches.
Can't wait for your getaway? Here is our suggested route.
Day 1: Seville
Seville is the Andalusian capital and a good starting point for your road trip through Andalusia. We recommend a stroll through the centre to see La Giralda, El Alcázar, the cathedral and the Plaza de España. As for its neighbourhoods, the most popular is Triana, which is the birthplace of flamenco and Sevillian ceramics. There are also towns and villages near Seville that are worth visiting, but you will have to organise your time well.
Day 2: Cordoba
After a two-hour drive from Seville, you reach Cordoba. Its Mosque-Cathedral is one of the most impressive monuments in Spain, as it condenses Andalusian and Christian history into a single space. The narrow streets of the Jewish quarter invite you to lose yourself in patios full of flowers and taverns where you can taste a good salmorejo. Also visit El Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos and the Roman bridge over the Guadalquivir.
Day 3: Doñana and arrival in Cadiz
On your way to the coast, make a detour to the Doñana National Park. This area is one of the most important wetlands in Europe, home to the Iberian lynx and thousands of migratory birds. After the visit, it's time to head to Cadiz, one of the oldest cities in Europe and with a historic centre completely surrounded by the sea. Recharge your batteries on beaches like La Caleta and take the opportunity to enjoy Andalusian cuisine in the city's squares.
Day 4: Jerez and the Costa de la Luz
Very close to Cadiz is Jerez de la Frontera, known for its wineries and equestrian traditions. If you are there at the right time, seek out a flamenco show at a local peña (club), as the experience is unique. Afterwards, you can travel down part of the Costa de la Luz, with miles of beaches like Zahara de los Atunes and Tarifa, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean.
Day 5: Ronda and La Serranía de Ronda
It's time to head back inland to explore Ronda, famous because the Tajo river splits the city in two. The new bridge there is one of the most photographed in Andalusia. From here, you can visit the white villages of La Serranía de Ronda, such as Grazalema or Zahara de la Sierra. If you like nature, you can go hiking in the mountains.
Day 6: Granada
The road trip through Andalusia continues to Granada, with a Nasrid past and a young student atmosphere today. The undisputed star is the Alhambra, for which you will need to purchase a ticket, but the whole city is a very pleasant place to be. Stroll through the Albaicín, with its whitewashed houses and viewpoints; go up to Sacromonte, where you can still note its gypsy and flamenco roots; and don't forget the tapas, which accompany the drinks free of charge.
Day 7: Malaga and end of the route
The final day can be spent in Malaga, the perfect spot to return the car to one of our OK Mobility branches. The city has been able to reinvent itself, and next to La Alcazaba and the Roman theatre you will find museums like the Museo Picasso Málaga or the Centre Pompidou Málaga. The promenade and Muelle Uno are ideal places to end the trip with a dinner by the sea. If you have some time to spare, visit the Costa del Sol to relax on some of Andalusia's best-known beaches.
Travelling across Andalusia by car in 7 days is an intense but unforgettable experience. Trust OK Mobility for your hire car and make the most of every day.
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