One-Week Sweden Road Trip from Malmo traveling east to Jönköping, Stockholm, Örebro, and 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 2 nights in Malmo, 1 night in Jönköping, 2 nights in Stockholm, 1 night in Örebro, and 1 night 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, Jönköping, Stockholm, Örebro, 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 ABBA: The Museum and Vasa Museum.
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 Stockholm Palace to the breathtaking Kungsträdgården and Slottsskogen, 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, Jönköping, Stockholm, Örebro, 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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- Kungsparken
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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 2 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 Kungsparken. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,405 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 and Jönköping
Day 2 – Malmo and Jönköping
- Jönköping
- Malmo
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Drive 356 km, 4 hours 8 min
- Malmö Castle
- Turning Torso
- Pildammsparken
- Øresund Bridge
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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 Malmo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Jönköping. You’ll stay in Jönköping 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 Malmö Castle. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,942 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Pildammsparken. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,924 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Øresund Bridge to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Øresund Bridge is a road–rail bridge that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,177 visitors.
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 Jönköping. Jönköping 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 Pescadores. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 733 reviews.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Jönköping, the fantastic Grill Jönköping. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 859 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Idlewild Beer Café. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is Aqua Dinner & Drinks. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 641 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 3 – Linköping and Stockholm
Day 3 – Linköping and Stockholm
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Drive 344 km, 4 hours 14 min
- Tropicarium Kolmarden
- Tom Tits Experiment
- Haga park
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Sweden. Today, you'll wake up in Jönköping and embark on a scenic drive to Stockholm, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Jönköping and Östergötland County 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 Jönköping. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Rosenlund Rosarium. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,299 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Rådhusparken. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,838 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Jönköping is the stunning Match museum. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,035 visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Östergötland County, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Stockholm. When you arrive in Stockholm 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 Stockholms Gästabud. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,901 customers.
Locals also recommend Östermalms saluhall, another of the best restaurants in Stockholm. Östermalms saluhall is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,416 customers.
After dinner, visit Akkurat - Restaurang Södermalm to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Stockholm, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,690 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barrels. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Barrels has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,495 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 – Stockholm
Day 4 – Stockholm
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Drive 10 km, 43 min
- Humlegården
- ABBA: The Museum
- Open-air museum Skansen
- Vasa Museum
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On day 4 of your road trip across Sweden, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Stockholm. You’ll stay in Stockholm for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.
We recommend you stay at the Mornington Stockholm City, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Stockholm. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,840 guests.
The best luxury hotel option in the city of Stockholm is the 5-star Radisson Collection Hotel, Strand Stockholm. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,939 guests.
One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Stockholm is the 3-star Scandic Upplandsgatan. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,015 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 Stockholm, like the outstanding Humlegården. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,960 visitors.
ABBA: The Museum is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Stockholm. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,560 visitors.
One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Stockholm is the extraordinary Vasa Museum. This maritime museum gets more than 1,220,429 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 52,799 reviews.
Come to Stockholm 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 Stockholm.
After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Stockholm.
We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Pelikan, after your day of exploring the city of Stockholm. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,836 customers.
Locals recommend Stampen, one of the best bars in the city of Stockholm, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,511 customers.
Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Stockholm, Wirströms Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,626 customers.
It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Sweden.
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Day 5 – Stockholm and Örebro
Day 5 – Stockholm and Örebro
- Stockholm
- Örebro
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Drive 205 km, 2 hours 42 min
- Stockholm Palace
- Kungsträdgården
- Royal Swedish Opera
- Fotografiska
- Rålambshovsparken
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Day 5 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 Stockholm and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Örebro. You will stay in Örebro for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Stockholm is the amazing Stockholm Palace. This attraction is a royal palace that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 38,682 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Kungsträdgården. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,989 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Stockholm is the outstanding Royal Swedish Opera. This popular opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,919 visitors.
The spectacular Rålambshovsparken is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,006 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Stockholm 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 Örebro, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Sobi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Örebro. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.
Locals also recommend Naturens hus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Örebro. Naturens hus is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.
After dinner, visit Mocca Deli Örebro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Örebro. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Örebro Ölhall. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 988 customers.
Alternatively, Dannes is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Örebro. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Sweden!
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Day 6 – Örebro and Gothenburg
Day 6 – Örebro and Gothenburg
- Örebro
- Gothenburg
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 56 min
- Wadköping
- Stadsträdgården
- Örebro Castle
- Nolhaga park
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit is the amazing Wadköping. This attraction is an open-air museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,584 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Stadsträdgården. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 794 visitors.
Örebro Castle is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular castle, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 6,475 reviews.
Joining a top-rated tour in Örebro 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 Nolhaga park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,645 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Gothenburg.
After dinner, visit Ölrepubliken, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,520 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Sweden!
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Day 7 – Gothenburg and Malmo
Day 7 – Gothenburg and Malmo
- Gothenburg
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Drive 283 km, 3 hours 30 min
- Slottsskogen
- Gothenburg Botanical Garden
- Horticultural Society
- Universeum
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 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 Malmo. You’ll stay in Malmo 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 Slottsskogen. This much-appreciated urban park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,608 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Gothenburg Botanical Garden. This botanical garden and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,825 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Garden Society to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular The Garden Society is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,526 visitors.
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 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 Laziza. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,030 reviews.
The remarkable Atmosfär is another top restaurant in Malmo we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Johan P is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Malmo, the fantastic Pub Vagabond. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 842 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful L'Enoteca. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 464 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is Care/Of Cocktailbar. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 414 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
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- Scaniaparken
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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.
Scaniaparken is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Malmo. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,031 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 SMAK before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend Spoonery for your last chance at a meal in the city of Malmo. The Spoonery restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 156 customers.
If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Folkets Park. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,844 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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