4-Day Sweden Road Trip from Stockholm to Uppsala

Stockholm old town (Gamla Stan) cityscape from City Hall top, Sweden.
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Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-day road trip through Sweden.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Sweden. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Stockholm and 1 night in Uppsala, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Sweden. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Stockholm and Uppsala. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Sweden you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Stockholm, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Sweden, including the stunning Kungsträdgården and Stockholm Palace.

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 Sweden. From the magnificent Vasa Museum to the breathtaking Humlegården and Uppsala Cathedral, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Stockholm and Uppsala, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Sweden. 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 Sweden.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Sweden. 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 Sweden.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Sweden.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Sweden 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 Sweden. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 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 Sweden extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Sweden fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Sweden today!

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Stockholm old town (Gamla Stan) cityscape from City Hall top, Sweden.Stockholm / 2 nights
Uppsala County - region in SwedenUppsala County / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of Vasa Museum, the most visited museum in Scandinavia, on the island of Djurgarden in Stockholm, Sweden.Vasa Museum
Photo of the Royal Palace is located in Gamla Stan in Stockholm, Sweden.Stockholm Palace
Photo of a mansion in the Skansen open air museum in Stockholm.Open-air museum Skansen
Photo of the famous meeting place Kungstradgarden in Stockholm with cherry trees in blossom.Kungsträdgården
Uppsala Cathedral - Uppsala city, SwedenUppsala Cathedral
photo of statue of Carl von Linné in Humlegården in Stockholm, Sweden.Humlegården
photo of Skokloster castle illuminated by the setting sun Sweden.Skokloster Castle
photo of Mariaberget at morning in Stockholm, Sweden.Mariaberget
photo of Stadsträdgården in Gavle, Sweden.Stadsträdgården
Botanical Garden, Uppsala kommun, Uppsala County, SwedenBotanical Garden
photo of Old Uppsala archaeological area are large barrows located in Gamla Uppsala village, Uppland, Sweden. Beautiful viking graves covered by grass. Gamla Uppsala is area rich in archaeological remains.Old Uppsala archaeological area

Travel details

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Travelers

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Round trip
Economy

Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 - Stockholm - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Stockholm - arrival day

  • Stockholm - Arrival Day
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  • Kungsträdgården
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Your road trip adventure in Sweden begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Stockholm. You’ll stay in Stockholm for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Stockholm has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kungsträdgården. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,332 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 Stockholm, Stockholms Gästabud. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,901 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm is Akkurat - Restaurang Södermalm. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,690 customers.

Locals recommend Barrels as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,495 customers.

Stockholm also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Stockholm is Stampen. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,511 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Sweden!

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Experiences

Day 2 - Stockholm and Uppsala

Day 2

Day 2 - Stockholm and Uppsala

  • Stockholm
  • Uppsala County
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Drive 77 km, 1 hour 26 min

  • Stockholm Palace
  • Vasa Museum
  • Open-air museum Skansen
  • Humlegården
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Sweden, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Stockholm. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Uppsala. You’ll stay in Uppsala for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stockholm’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Stockholm, start your day with a visit to the amazing Stockholm Palace. This much-appreciated royal palace and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,589 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Vasa Museum. This maritime museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 49,959 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Vasa Museum welcomes 1,220,429 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Humlegården to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Humlegården is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,904 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Stockholm has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Uppsala. Uppsala 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 Bastard Burgers. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,185 reviews.

The remarkable O’Neill’s Traditional Irish Pub is another top restaurant in Uppsala we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,004 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Hambergs Fisk is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 761 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Uppsala, the fantastic Churchill Arms. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,146 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Sweden!

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Day 3 - Uppsala and Stockholm

Day 3

Day 3 - Uppsala and Stockholm

  • Uppsala County
  • Stockholm
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Drive 140 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Stadsträdgården
  • Uppsala Cathedral
  • Botanical Garden
  • Old Uppsala archaeological area
  • Skokloster Castle
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Uppsala is the amazing Stadsträdgården. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,458 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Uppsala Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,264 visitors.

Botanical Garden is another popular attraction you can explore in the town of Uppsala. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 2,347 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Uppsala is Old Uppsala archaeological area. This attraction is an amazing grave field and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,239 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Uppsala is another excellent way to spend your new day in Sweden. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Sweden’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Sweden’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Sweden’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Stadsträdgården for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an urban park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,458 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Uppsala Cathedral. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,264 visitors, this lutheran cathedral deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Botanical Garden. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,347 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Old Uppsala archaeological area. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,239 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Stockholm.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Östermalms saluhall, one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,416 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Pelikan as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm. Restaurant Pelikan is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,836 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm is Stampen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,511 customers.

After dinner, visit Wirströms Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Stockholm. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,626 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Nomad. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,155 customers.

Alternatively, Knut bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Stockholm. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

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

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Day 4 - Stockholm - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 - Stockholm - departure day

  • Stockholm - Departure Day
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  • Mariaberget
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Day 4 of your road trip in Sweden is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Stockholm 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.

Mariaberget is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Stockholm. This mountain and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,580 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Stockholm at Restaurant Slingerbulten before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,456 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Glashuset Restaurant & Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Stockholm. The Glashuset Restaurant & Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,510 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Wirströms Pub. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,626 customers.

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

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