9-Day Norway road trip from Kristiansand to Oslo, Grimstad, and Stavanger

Your road trip adventure in Norway begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Kristiansand. You’ll stay in Kristiansand for 3 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, Restaurant Mother India. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,412 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand is Bønder i Byen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 624 customers.

Locals recommend Bellini as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant has an average rating 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.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Norway!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Kristiansand has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Kristiansand 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 Kristiansand. 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 Kristiansand, like the extraordinary Archive Foundation. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 210 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Kristiansand is the spectacular Kristiansand Cathedral. This attraction is a cultural property and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 756 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing SKMU Sørlandets Kunstmuseum. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 181 visitors.

Kristiansand Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Kristiansand. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 380 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Kristiansand does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Kristiansand 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 TilStede mat og mer, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 338 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Kristiansand is Scandic Kristiansand Bystranda. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,675 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Bakgården Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Kristiansand for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Tollboden Burger & Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Kristiansand. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Norway, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Skien. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Oslo. You’ll stay in Oslo for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Skien’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Skien, start your day with a visit to the amazing Brekkeparken. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 963 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Skien has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Oslo. Oslo 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 Maaemo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 534 reviews.

The remarkable Den Glade Gris is another top restaurant in Oslo we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,482 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Crow Bar & Brewery is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Oslo, the fantastic Mamma Pizza. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Café Sara. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,384 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is HIMKOK Storgata Destilleri. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,310 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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 2 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 Holmenkollbakken. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,312 visitors.

Holmenkollen Ski 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,852 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Oslo is the extraordinary The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History. This museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,889 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Viking Ship Museum. Up to 538,037 people visit this attraction every year. Around 12,406 visitors have given this cultural property an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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 Frognerseteren, after your day of exploring the city of Oslo. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,517 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oslo is Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. The 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 1 night 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 Fram Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,618 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Oslo is the spectacular Akershus Fortress. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,463 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Oslo Opera House. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,690 visitors.

Munch 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,483 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Botanical Garden in Oslo. Botanical Garden in Oslo is a botanical garden and popular attraction in Oslo. More than 7,472 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 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 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, Grefsenkollen restaurant 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 1,819 customers.

Tilt 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 1,747 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Oslo is Døgnvill Burger Vulkan. Døgnvill Burger Vulkan has an average rating 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 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 Oslo and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Grimstad. You will stay in Grimstad for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Oslo is the amazing National Theatre. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,785 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, The Royal Palace. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,710 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Oslo is the outstanding Frognerparken. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,403 visitors.

The spectacular The Vigeland Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,319 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Oslo 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 Grimstad, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Smag & Behag AS, one of the best restaurants in the city of Grimstad. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 447 customers.

Locals also recommend Herlighed as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grimstad. Herlighed is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 336 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grimstad is Yuan restaurantdrift AS. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 190 customers.

After dinner, visit Smaue Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Grimstad. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through 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 Flekkefjord. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Stavanger. You’ll stay in Stavanger for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Flekkefjord’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Flekkefjord, start your day with a visit to the amazing Flekkefjord Line. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 596 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Flekkefjord has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Stavanger. Stavanger 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 Phileas Fogg. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 962 reviews.

The remarkable Noodle Noodle is another top restaurant in Stavanger we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 629 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Irishman is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Stavanger, the fantastic Døgnvill Burger Stavanger. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,386 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cardinal Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,300 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bøker og Børst. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,080 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Norway!

Day 8 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 best-rated sightseeing 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 Gamle Stavanger. This popular neighborhood and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,048 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 Cafe Generalen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 472 customers.

Locals also recommend Monsoon - Sushi & Asian as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand. Monsoon - Sushi & Asian is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kristiansand is Sham, syrisk Mat. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 301 customers.

After dinner, visit Clarion Hotel Ernst, 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 1,324 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like SkagenPub. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

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

Day 9 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.

The inverted boat 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 158 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 Foodie Kristiansand before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 167 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!