5-Day Sweden Road Trip from Gothenburg traveling north to Karlstad and Örebro

Canal in the historic centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Gothenburg, 1 night in Karlstad, and 1 night in Örebro, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Sweden. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Gothenburg, Karlstad, Kristinehamn, and Örebro. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Sweden you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Gothenburg, 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 Slottsskogen and Gothenburg Botanical Garden.

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 The Garden Society to the breathtaking Göteborgsoperan and Universeum, 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 Örebro Castle and learn more about the unique Wadköping to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Gothenburg, Karlstad, Kristinehamn, and Örebro, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Canal in the historic centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.Gothenburg / 2 nights
Värmland County - region in SwedenKarlstad / 1 night
Örebro County - region in SwedenÖrebro / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Slottsskogen scenic park and lake in Gothenburg ,Sweden.Slottsskogen
UniverseumUniverseum
Horticultural Society, Heden, Centrum, Göteborgs Stad, Västra Götaland County, SwedenHorticultural Society
Photo of beautiful glass greenhouse in Gothenburg Botanical Garden, Sweden.Gothenburg Botanical Garden
GöteborgsoperanGöteborgsoperan
Helix, Heden, Centrum, Göteborgs Stad, Västra Götaland County, SwedenHelix
photo of Sandgrund Lars Lerin in  karlstad in Värmland, Sweden.Sandgrund
Nolhaga park, Alingsås distrikt, Alingsås kommun, Västra Götaland County, SwedenNolhaga park
Picasso sculpture, Kristinehamns kommun, Värmland County, SwedenPicasso sculpture
Naturum Värmland, Karlstads kommun, Värmland County, SwedenNaturum Värmland
photo of Brigadmuseum in Värmland County ,Sweden.Brigadmuseum
photo of Varnhem Abbey in beautiful morning in Varnhem, Sweden.Varnhem Abbey
photo of Silverfallet staricase Waterfall in Lush forest and rural mill environment in Skövde, Sweden.Silverfallet
photo of entrance of Stadsträdgården in Karlstad, Sweden.Stadsträdgården, Karlstad
Varnhem abbey ruins, Varnhems distrikt, Skara kommun, Västra Götaland County, SwedenVarnhem abbey ruins

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Day 1 – Gothenburg - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Gothenburg - arrival day

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

Gothenburg has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Garden Society. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,526 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 Gothenburg, The Barn. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,130 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg is Gyllene Prag. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,122 customers.

Locals recommend Fiskekrogen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,138 customers.

Gothenburg also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg is Heaven 23. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,840 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg is Ölrepubliken. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,529 customers.

Locals also enjoy Steampunk Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,520 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Sweden!

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Day 2 – Gothenburg and Karlstad

Day 2

Day 2 – Gothenburg and Karlstad

  • Gothenburg
  • Karlstad
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Drive 257 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Slottsskogen
  • Gothenburg Botanical Garden
  • Universeum
  • Helix
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Day 2 of your road trip through Sweden gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Gothenburg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Karlstad. You will stay in Karlstad for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Gothenburg is the amazing Slottsskogen. This attraction is an urban park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,608 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible botanical garden, Gothenburg Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,825 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Gothenburg is the outstanding Universeum. This popular science center and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,707 visitors.

The spectacular Helix is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,838 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Barón, one of the best restaurants in the city of Karlstad. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

Locals also recommend Pasha Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Karlstad. Pasha Restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Karlstad is Mariebergsskogen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,454 customers.

After dinner, visit The Bishops Arms, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Karlstad. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Kristinehamn and Örebro

Day 3

Day 3 – Kristinehamn and Örebro

  • Karlstad
  • Örebro
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Drive 137 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Sandgrund
  • Brigadmuseum
  • Naturum Värmland
  • Stadsträdgården, Karlstad
  • Picasso sculpture
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Sweden, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Karlstad. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Örebro. You’ll stay in Örebro for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Karlstad’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Karlstad, start your day with a visit to the amazing Brigadmuseum. This much-appreciated working life museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,005 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Naturum Värmland. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,077 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Stadsträdgården, Karlstad to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Stadsträdgården, Karlstad is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 736 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Karlstad has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Örebro. Örebro 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 Fratelli Örebro. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,314 reviews.

The remarkable Sobi is another top restaurant in Örebro we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Naturens hus is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Örebro, the fantastic Mocca Deli Örebro. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Örebro Ölhall. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 988 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Dannes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 525 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Sweden!

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Day 4 – Alingsås and Gothenburg

Day 4

Day 4 – Alingsås and Gothenburg

  • Gothenburg
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Drive 296 km, 4 hours 3 min

  • Silverfallet
  • Varnhem Abbey
  • Varnhem abbey ruins
  • Nolhaga park
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Sweden. Today, you'll wake up in Örebro and embark on a scenic drive to Gothenburg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Örebro and Dämman 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 Örebro. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Nolhaga park. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,645 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Alingsås 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 hamlet of Dämman has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Silverfallet-Karlsfors. This attraction is a nature reserve that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 804 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Dämman, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Gothenburg. When you arrive in Gothenburg 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 Bombay Street. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,126 customers.

Locals also recommend Blackstone Steakhouse, another of the best restaurants in Gothenburg. Blackstone Steakhouse is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ma Cuisine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 878 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit BrewDog Göteborg to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Gothenburg, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Haket. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Haket has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,048 customers.

Brewers Beer Bar Magasinsgatan. Is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Gothenburg - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Gothenburg - departure day

  • Gothenburg - Departure day
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  • Göteborgsoperan
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Day 5 of your road trip in Sweden is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Gothenburg 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.

Göteborgsoperan is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Gothenburg. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,257 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Gothenburg at Gothia Towers before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,515 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Skansen Kronan for your last chance at a meal in the city of Gothenburg. The Skansen Kronan restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Hotel Pigalle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,589 customers.

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

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