7-Day Sweden Road Trip from Gothenburg traveling south to Halmstad, Malmo, and Helsingborg

Your road trip adventure in Sweden begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Gothenburg. You’ll stay in Gothenburg for 3 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 Göteborgsoperan. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,257 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 7-day vacation in Sweden!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Gothenburg has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg. 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 Gothenburg, like the extraordinary Slottsskogen. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,608 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Gothenburg is the spectacular Gothenburg Botanical Garden. This attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,825 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Liseberg. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,472 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Gothenburg.

Your discovery of Gothenburg does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Gothenburg on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Sweden, be sure to eat at Bombay Street, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Gothenburg is the popular Blackstone Steakhouse. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Gothenburg is Ma Cuisine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, BrewDog Göteborg is one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

Haket is another of the most popular bars in the city of Gothenburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,048 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Gothenburg is Brewers Beer Bar Magasinsgatan. Brewers Beer Bar Magasinsgatan. Has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Gothenburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Volvo Museum. This much-appreciated automobile museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,373 visitors. Each year, around 76,206 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plikta lekplats / Playground 444. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,832 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Gothenburg Natural History Museum to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Gothenburg Natural History Museum is a natural history museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 visitors.

The lovely Universeum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,707 visitors have left this science center average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Gothenburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Halmstad. Halmstad 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 Lotus. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,443 reviews.

The remarkable Nyhemsgrillen is another top restaurant in Halmstad we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous RESTAURANT Yoss is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 801 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Halmstad, the fantastic Pio. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Bulls. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,335 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Zigges Garage. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 386 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Sweden!

Day 4 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 Lund and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Malmo. You will stay in Malmo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lund is the amazing Stadsparken. This attraction is an urban park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,036 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible lutheran cathedral, Lund Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,299 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lund is the outstanding Kulturen. This popular open-air museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 visitors.

The spectacular Botaniska trädgården is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,208 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Östergatan No. 25, one of the best restaurants in the city of Malmo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.

Locals also recommend Lyran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Malmo. Lyran is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Malmo is Bullen - Två Krögare. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 customers.

After dinner, visit Malmö Brewing Co & Taproom, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Malmo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,265 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like BrewDog Malmö. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

Alternatively, Spegeln is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Malmo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,273 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Sweden, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Malmo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Helsingborg. You’ll stay in Helsingborg for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Malmo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Malmo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kungsparken. This much-appreciated urban park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,405 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Malmö Castle. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 8,942 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pildammsparken to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Pildammsparken is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,924 visitors.

The lovely Øresund Bridge is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,177 visitors have left this road–rail bridge average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Malmo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Helsingborg. Helsingborg 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 Olsons skafferi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,290 reviews.

The remarkable Roy's Mat o Bar is another top restaurant in Helsingborg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous KOL & Cocktails is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Helsingborg, the fantastic Pub Nessie. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Telegrafen. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Bishops Arms. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 612 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Sweden!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Sweden. Today, you'll wake up in Helsingborg 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 Helsingborg and Hjorthagen 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 Helsingborg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Josefinelust. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kullaberg. This attraction, a beloved ridge, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,383 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Höganäs 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 Hjorthagen has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Josefinelust. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 328 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Hjorthagen, 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 Gothia Towers. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,515 customers.

Locals also recommend Skansen Kronan, another of the best restaurants in Gothenburg. Skansen Kronan is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Hotel Pigalle. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,589 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Ölhallen 7:an to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Gothenburg, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Flying Barrel Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Flying Barrel Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

3 Små Rum is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 517 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!

Day 7 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.

The Garden Society is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Gothenburg. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,526 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’ll then say farewell to Gothenburg. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Sweden!