10-Day Norway road trip from Kristiansand to Grimstad, Oslo, Lillehammer, and Larvik

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

Kristiansand has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Christiansholm Fortress. This attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 437 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 Kristiansand, Bønder i Byen. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 624 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand is Bellini. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 513 customers.

Kristiansand also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand is Håndverkeren Restaurant & Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 946 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand is Patricks Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bakgården Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Norway!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Norway, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kristiansand. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Grimstad. You’ll stay in Grimstad for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kristiansand’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kristiansand, start your day with a visit to the amazing SKMU Sørlandets Kunstmuseum. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kristiansand Cathedral. This cultural property and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 756 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Archive Foundation to make the most of your road trip across Norway. The spectacular Archive Foundation is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 210 visitors.

The lovely Kristiansand Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 380 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kristiansand has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Grimstad. Grimstad 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 Smag & Behag AS. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 447 reviews.

The remarkable Herlighed is another top restaurant in Grimstad we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 336 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Yuan restaurantdrift AS is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 190 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Grimstad, the fantastic Smaue Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Norway!

Day 3 of your road trip through Norway gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Oslo for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a home goods store that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 370 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, The Telemark Canal. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 397 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 963 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Norway. 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 Oslo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Maaemo, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Locals also recommend Den Glade Gris as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. Den Glade Gris is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,482 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo is Crow Bar & Brewery. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

After dinner, visit Mamma Pizza, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Café Sara. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,384 customers.

Alternatively, HIMKOK Storgata Destilleri is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,310 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Norway, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Oslo. You’ll stay in Oslo for 3 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 Clarion Hotel Oslo, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Oslo. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,290 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Oslo is the 5-star Hotel Bristol. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,074 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Oslo is the 3-star Thon Hotel Astoria. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,084 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 Oslo, like the outstanding Akershus Fortress. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,463 visitors.

Oslo Opera House is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Oslo. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,690 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Oslo is the extraordinary Munch. This museum is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 10,483 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Botanical Garden in Oslo. Around 7,472 visitors have given this botanical garden an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology. Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,541 travelers.

Come to Oslo 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 Oslo.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Døgnvill Burger Vulkan, after your day of exploring the city of Oslo. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

Locals recommend Crow Bar & Brewery, one of the best bars in the city of Oslo, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Oslo, Dinner Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,393 customers.

The Dubliner Folk Pub is also one of the best bars in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,530 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Norway.

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Oslo has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Oslo 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 Oslo. 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 Oslo, like the extraordinary Holmenkollbakken. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,312 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Oslo is the spectacular Holmenkollen Ski Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,852 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Frognerparken. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,403 visitors.

The Vigeland Park is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Oslo. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,319 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Oslo does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Oslo on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Norway, be sure to eat at BLÅ, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Oslo is the popular Nordvegan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Oslo is Hotel Continental, Oslo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Tilt is one of the best bars in the city of Oslo for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,747 customers.

Døgnvill Burger Vulkan is another of the most popular bars in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip across Norway is another day in the magnificent Oslo. You now have 1 night left in Oslo. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Oslo offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Oslo is the stunning Palace Park. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,624 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular The Royal Palace in the city of Oslo. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,710 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Oslo is the incredible National Theatre. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Kon-Tiki Museum. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,247 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Fram Museum. This museum is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,618 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Oslo you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Oslo has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo, Kverneriet - Solli Plass. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Oslo that locals enjoy, eat at Brasserie France. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Oslo, BLÅ. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Oslo, we recommend the cocktails at Dr. Jekyll’s Pub. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,631 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Oslo is Hotel Continental, Oslo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Oslo!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Norway, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Oslo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lillehammer. You’ll stay in Lillehammer for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Oslo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Oslo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nobel Peace Center. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,809 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,889 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Viking Ship Museum to make the most of your road trip across Norway. The spectacular Viking Ship Museum is a cultural property that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,406 visitors. Every year, around 538,037 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Oslo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lillehammer. Lillehammer 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 Norway!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Norway. Today, you'll wake up in Lillehammer and embark on a scenic drive to Larvik, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lillehammer 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 Lillehammer. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Søndre Park Aland. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 909 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Maihaugen. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,304 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Drammen Spiral. This attraction is a road tunnel that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,347 visitors.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Norway, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 9 of your road trip through Norway gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Kristiansand for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 357 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible storage, KUBEN, Aust-Agder museum og arkiv. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 281 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 170 visitors.

The spectacular Parc Barbu is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 413 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Norway. 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 Kristiansand, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try TilStede mat og mer, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 338 customers.

Locals also recommend Spiren plantebasert mat og drikke as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. Spiren plantebasert mat og drikke is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

After dinner, visit Tollboden Burger & Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip in Norway is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Kristiansand 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.

Odderøya fort is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Kristiansand. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 106 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Kristiansand at Cafe Generalen before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 472 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Sham, syrisk Mat for your last chance at a meal in the city of Kristiansand. The Sham, syrisk Mat restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 301 customers.

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