7-Day Norway road trip from Stavanger to Kristiansand, Oslo, and Grimstad
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through Norway.
This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Norway. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Stavanger, 1 night in Kristiansand, 2 nights in Oslo, and 1 night in Grimstad, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Norway. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Stavanger, Kristiansand, Drammen, Oslo, and Grimstad. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Norway you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Stavanger, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Norway, including the stunning Holmenkollbakken and Akershus Fortress.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Norway. From the magnificent Oslo Opera House to the breathtaking The Royal Palace and Frognerparken, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable The Vigeland Park and learn more about the unique Viking Ship Museum to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Stavanger, Kristiansand, Drammen, Oslo, and Grimstad, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Norway. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Norway.
Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Norway. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Norway.
Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Norway.
You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Norway has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.
You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.
Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Norway. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.
You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Norway extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.
The best services in Norway fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Norway today!
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Day 1 – Stavanger - arrival day
Day 1 – Stavanger - arrival day
- Stavanger - Arrival day
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- Gamle Stavanger
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Your road trip adventure in Norway begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Stavanger. You’ll stay in Stavanger for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Stavanger has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Gamle Stavanger. This attraction is a neighborhood and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,048 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 Stavanger, Noodle Noodle. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stavanger is The Irishman. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.
Stavanger also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Stavanger is Døgnvill Burger Stavanger. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,386 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Stavanger is Cardinal Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.
Locals also enjoy Bøker og Børst. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,080 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Norway!
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Day 2 – Stavanger and Kristiansand
Day 2 – Stavanger and Kristiansand
- Stavanger
- Kristiansand
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Drive 236 km, 3 hours 37 min
- Fargegaten
- Norwegian Petroleum Museum
- Stavanger Cathedral
- Sverd i fjell
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Day 2 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 Stavanger and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Kristiansand. You will stay in Kristiansand for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Stavanger is the amazing Fargegaten. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,245 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible industry museum, Norwegian Petroleum Museum. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,021 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Stavanger is the outstanding Stavanger Cathedral. This popular cultural property and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,370 visitors.
The spectacular Sverd i fjell is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating monument and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,312 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Stavanger 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 Kristiansand, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bønder i Byen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 624 customers.
Locals also recommend Bellini as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. Bellini is 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!
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Day 3 – Drammen and Oslo
Day 3 – Drammen and Oslo
- Oslo
- Drammen
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Drive 327 km, 4 hours 4 min
- Torgeir Vrass Plass
- Ypsilon Bridge
- Drammen park og Tuftepark
- Drammen Spiral
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Norway. Today, you'll wake up in Kristiansand and embark on a scenic drive to Oslo, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kristiansand and Drammen 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 Kristiansand. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,580 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Cardamom Town. This attraction, a beloved themed area, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,491 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Kristiansand is the stunning Aquarama Kristiansand. This sports venue and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,914 visitors.
Wave goodbye to Drammen and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Drammen has to offer.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Torgeir Vrass Plass. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 19 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Ypsilon Bridge. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 650 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Drammen park. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 914 visitors.
The lovely Drammen Spiral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,347 visitors have left this road tunnel an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Drammen, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Oslo. When you arrive in Oslo you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Maaemo. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 534 customers.
Locals also recommend Den Glade Gris, another of the best restaurants in Oslo. Den Glade Gris is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,482 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Crow Bar & Brewery. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Mamma Pizza to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Oslo, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Café Sara has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,384 customers.
HIMKOK Storgata Destilleri is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,310 customers.
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!
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Day 4 – Oslo
Day 4 – Oslo
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Drive 35 km, 1 hour 21 min
- Holmenkollbakken
- Fram Museum
- Akershus Fortress
- Oslo Opera House
- Botanical Garden in Oslo
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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 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 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 Holmenkollbakken. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,312 visitors.
Fram Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Oslo. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,618 visitors.
One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Oslo is the extraordinary Akershus Fortress. This castle is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 14,463 reviews.
As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Oslo Opera House. Around 22,690 visitors have given this opera house an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Botanical Garden in Oslo. Botanical Garden in Oslo is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,472 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.
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Day 5 – Oslo and Grimstad
Day 5 – Oslo and Grimstad
- Oslo
- Grimstad
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Drive 284 km, 3 hours 44 min
- Royal Palace, Oslo
- Frogner Park
- The Vigeland Park
- Viking Ship Museum
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 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 The Royal Palace. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,710 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Frognerparken. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,403 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Vigeland Park to make the most of your road trip across Norway. The spectacular The Vigeland Park is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,319 visitors.
The lovely Viking Ship Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,406 visitors have left this cultural property average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 538,037 visits every year.
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!
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Day 6 – Stavanger
Day 6 – Stavanger
- Stavanger
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Drive 291 km, 4 hours 47 min
- Sjølingstad Uldvarefabrik
- Flekkefjord Line
- Brufjellhålene
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Day 6 of your road trip through Norway gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Stavanger for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
This attraction is a factory that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 215 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Flekkefjord Line. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 596 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 379 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 Stavanger, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Eg & Du, one of the best restaurants in the city of Stavanger. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers.
Locals also recommend Italo AS as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stavanger. Italo AS is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 245 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stavanger is Fisketorget Stavanger. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,450 customers.
After dinner, visit CIRKUS, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Stavanger. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 838 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Irishman. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Norway!
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Day 7 – Stavanger - departure day
Day 7 – Stavanger - departure day
- Stavanger - Departure day
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- Sørmarka
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Day 7 of your road trip in Norway is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Stavanger 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.
Sørmarka is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Stavanger. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 884 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Stavanger and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Norway.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Stavanger at Pasha Stavanger before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 987 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend På Kornet for your last chance at a meal in the city of Stavanger. The På Kornet restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Stavanger. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Norway!
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