One-Week Sweden Road Trip from Malmo to Gothenburg
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 8-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 3 nights in Malmo and 4 nights in Gothenburg, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Sweden. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Malmo, Helsingborg, and Gothenburg. We'll help you experience the best 8 days in Sweden you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Malmo, 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 Turning Torso and Slottsskogen.
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 Gothenburg Botanical Garden to the breathtaking The Garden Society and Malmö Castle, 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 Malmo, Helsingborg, and Gothenburg, 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 7 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 7 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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Day 1 – Malmo - arrival day
Day 1 – Malmo - arrival day
- Malmo - Arrival day
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- Pildammsparken
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Your road trip adventure in Sweden begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Malmo. You’ll stay in Malmo for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Malmo has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Pildammsparken. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,924 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 Malmo, Östergatan No. 25. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Malmo is Lyran. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.
Locals recommend Bullen - Två Krögare as one of the best restaurants in the city of Malmo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 customers.
Malmo also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Malmo is Malmö Brewing Co & Taproom. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,265 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Malmo is Kitchen & Table Malmö - sky bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,914 customers.
Locals also enjoy BrewDog Malmö. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Sweden!
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Day 2 – Malmo
Day 2 – Malmo
- Malmo
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Drive 53 km, 4 hours 42 min
- Malmö Castle
- Malmö museum
- Øresund Bridge
- Öresundsbron Viewpoint
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Malmo, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Malmo.
Today you'll explore the city of Malmo. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Malmö Castle. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 8,942 visitors.
Øresund Bridge is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Malmo. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,177 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Malmo is Öresundsbron Viewpoint. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,897 visitors.
To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Sweden to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.
When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Malmo.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Malmo, like Laziza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,030 customers.
Atmosfär is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Malmo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.
Locals enjoy Johan P, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Malmo. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Malmo, Pub Vagabond. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like L'Enoteca. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 464 customers.
Care/Of Cocktailbar is another of the best bars in the city of Malmo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 414 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Sweden!
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Day 3 – Malmo, Helsingborg, and Gothenburg
Day 3 – Malmo, Helsingborg, and Gothenburg
- Helsingborg
- Gothenburg
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Drive 286 km, 3 hours 27 min
- St Peter's Church
- Turning Torso
- Fredriksdal Museum & Gardens
- Tropikariet
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Sweden. Today, you'll wake up in Malmo and embark on a scenic drive to Gothenburg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Malmo 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 Malmo. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful St. Peter's Church. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,079 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Fredriksdal Museum & Gardens. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,508 visitors.
After dinner, visit Ölrepubliken to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Gothenburg, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,529 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Steampunk Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Steampunk Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,520 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 4 – Gothenburg
Day 4 – Gothenburg
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Drive 17 km, 50 min
- Slottsskogen
- Gothenburg Botanical Garden
- Liseberg
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On day 4 of your road trip across Sweden, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Gothenburg. You’ll stay in Gothenburg for 3 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 Scandic Göteborg Central, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Gothenburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,972 guests.
The best luxury hotel option in the city of Gothenburg is the 5-star Hotel Pigalle. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,954 guests.
One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Gothenburg is the 3-star Hotel Lorensberg. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,291 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 Gothenburg, like the outstanding Slottsskogen. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,608 visitors.
Gothenburg Botanical Garden is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Gothenburg. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,825 visitors.
Come to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg.
After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg.
Locals recommend BrewDog Göteborg, one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.
Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Gothenburg, Haket. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,048 customers.
Brewers Beer Bar Magasinsgatan. Is also one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.
It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Sweden.
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Day 5 – Gothenburg
Day 5 – Gothenburg
- Gothenburg
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Drive 30 km, 1 hour 23 min
- Volvo Museum
- Feskekörka
- Museum of Gothenburg
- Göteborgsoperan
- Horticultural Society
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Day 5 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 Volvo Museum. This attraction is an automobile museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,373 visitors. Volvo Museum gets around 76,206 visitors every year.
Another of the best travel destinations in Gothenburg is the spectacular Feskekörka. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,176 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing Museum of Gothenburg. This city museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,916 visitors.
Göteborgsoperan is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This must-see tourist destination is a popular destination among visitors in Gothenburg. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,257 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.
If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider The Garden Society. The Garden Society is a park and popular attraction in Gothenburg. More than 9,526 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Skansen Kronan, 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, Ölhallen 7:an is one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.
The Flying Barrel Pub 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 808 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Gothenburg is 3 Små Rum. 3 Små Rum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Gothenburg!
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Day 6 – Gothenburg
Day 6 – Gothenburg
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Drive 12 km, 59 min
- Universeum
- Gothenburg Museum of Art
- Plikta lekplats / Playground 444
- Gothenburg Natural History Museum
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Day 6 of your road trip across Sweden is another day in the magnificent Gothenburg. You now have 1 night left in Gothenburg. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.
Gothenburg offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.
One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Gothenburg is the stunning Gothenburg Museum of Art. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,978 visitors.
You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Plikta lekplats / Playground 444 in the city of Gothenburg. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,832 visitors.
Another attraction you could visit in the city of Gothenburg is the incredible Gothenburg Natural History Museum. This attraction is a natural history museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 visitors.
Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Gothenburg you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.
When it’s time to eat, the city of Gothenburg has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg, Björns Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 229 customers.
For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Gothenburg, we recommend the cocktails at Skansen Kronan. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 customers.
Toast to another amazing day in the city of Gothenburg!
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Day 7 – Halmstad and Malmo
Day 7 – Halmstad and Malmo
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Drive 292 km, 3 hours 41 min
- Borrås skåra
- Getterön Nature Reserve
- Varberg Fortress
- The Promenade In Varberg
- Norre katts park
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Malmo. You’ll stay in Malmo for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Halmstad’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Halmstad, start your day with a visit to the amazing Borrås skåra. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 382 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Getterön Nature Reserve. This nature reserve and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 905 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Varberg Fortress to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Varberg Fortress is a fortress that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,315 visitors.
The lovely The Promenade In Varberg is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 297 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Norre katts park. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,206 reviews.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Halmstad has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Malmo. Malmo 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 SMAK. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 521 reviews.
The remarkable Spoonery is another top restaurant in Malmo we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 156 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Folkets Park is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,844 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Malmo, the fantastic Broderstugan Kök & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 494 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gustavino. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 395 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is Peas & Honey Public House. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 301 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 8 – Malmo - departure day
Day 8 – Malmo - departure day
- Malmo - Departure day
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- Kungsparken
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Day 8 of your road trip in Sweden is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Malmo 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.
Kungsparken is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Malmo. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,405 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Malmo and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Sweden.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Malmo at Plaka before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Malmo. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Sweden!
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