11-Day Norway Road Trip from Oslo traveling west to Grimstad, Kristiansand, and Larvik

Your road trip adventure in Norway begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Oslo. You’ll stay in Oslo for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Oslo has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Akershus Fortress. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,463 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 Oslo, Maaemo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo is Den Glade Gris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,482 customers.

Locals recommend Crow Bar & Brewery as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

Oslo also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Oslo is Mamma Pizza. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Oslo is Café Sara. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,384 customers.

Locals also enjoy HIMKOK Storgata Destilleri. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,310 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Norway!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Oslo has to offer. Cherish the 3 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 Botanical Garden in Oslo. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,472 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Oslo is the spectacular National Gallery of Norway. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,374 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing National Theatre. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

Frognerparken is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular destination among visitors in Oslo. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,403 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider The Vigeland Park. The Vigeland Park is a museum and popular attraction in Oslo. More than 17,319 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Frognerseteren, 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 2,517 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Oslo is the popular Grefsenkollen restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,819 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Oslo is Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Crow Bar & Brewery 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 2,682 customers.

Dinner Restaurant is another of the most popular bars in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,393 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Oslo is The Dubliner Folk Pub. The Dubliner Folk Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,530 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Norway is another day in the magnificent Oslo. You now have 2 nights 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 Munch. This has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,483 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Oslo Opera House in the city of Oslo. This attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,690 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Oslo is the incredible Holmenkollen Ski Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,852 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Holmenkollbakken. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,312 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, BLÅ. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Oslo that locals enjoy, eat at Nordvegan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options 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.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Oslo, Grefsenkollen restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,819 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Oslo, we recommend the cocktails at Tilt. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,747 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Oslo is Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Oslo!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 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 Grimstad. You’ll stay in Grimstad 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 Fram Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,618 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 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 5 of your road trip through Norway gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Kristiansand for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a lighthouse that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,546 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 Restaurant Mother India, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,412 customers.

Locals also recommend Bønder i Byen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. Bønder i Byen 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 has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 513 customers.

After dinner, visit Håndverkeren Restaurant & Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 946 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Patricks Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Alternatively, Bakgården Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Kristiansand. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip across Norway, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Kristiansand. You’ll stay in Kristiansand 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 Thon Hotel Parken, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Kristiansand. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,150 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Kristiansand is the 4-star Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,030 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Kristiansand is the 4-star Hotel Norge. This 4-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,090 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 Kristiansand, like the outstanding Odderøya fort. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 106 visitors.

Christiansholm Fortress is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Kristiansand. This incredible attraction is a fortress and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 437 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Kristiansand is the extraordinary Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park. This zoo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 10,580 reviews.

Come to Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like TilStede mat og mer, after your day of exploring the city of Kristiansand. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 338 customers.

Spiren plantebasert mat og drikke is another of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand is Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,675 customers.

Locals recommend Tollboden Burger & Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Kristiansand, Clarion Hotel Ernst. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,324 customers.

SkagenPub is also one of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

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

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 Stavern. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Larvik. You’ll stay in Larvik for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stavern’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Stavern, start your day with a visit to the amazing Minnehallen. This much-appreciated cultural property and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 352 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fredriksvern. This cultural property and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 791 visitors.

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

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Larvik, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Larvik.

Today you'll explore the city of Heddal. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Heddal stave church. This incredible attraction is a place of worship and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,924 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Norway to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Larvik.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Norway!

On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Larvik, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate hamlet. You still have 1 night left in Larvik.

Today you'll explore the hamlet of Eide. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Kjærra Foss Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 249 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Norway to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Larvik.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Norway!

Day 10 of your road trip through Norway gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Sandefjord and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Oslo. You will stay in Oslo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Sandefjord is the amazing Sandefjord Museum. This attraction is a maritime museum that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 558 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible coastal defence and fortification, HKB 5/980 Vesterøen. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 404 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Sandefjord is the outstanding Tønsberg Tønne. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 369 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Sandefjord 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 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 Kverneriet - Solli Plass, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,210 customers.

Locals also recommend Brasserie France as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo. Brasserie France is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 960 customers.

After dinner, visit BLÅ, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dr. Jekyll’s Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,631 customers.

Alternatively, Hotel Continental, Oslo is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Oslo. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

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

Day 11 of your road trip in Norway is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Oslo 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.

The Royal Palace is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Oslo. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,710 visitors.

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

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