Cheap One-Week Sweden Road Trip from Gothenburg traveling south to Jönköping and Malmo

Your exciting road trip through Sweden starts when you reach the incredible city of Gothenburg, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Gothenburg and begin your adventure in Sweden.

Gothenburg is a popular cheap holiday destination in Sweden with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Gothenburg and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Garden Society will make your cheap holiday in Sweden truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,526 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Gothenburg. An excellent example is the popular The Barn. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,130 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Sweden is Gyllene Prag. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,122 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Fiskekrogen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,138 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Heaven 23 is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,840 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Gothenburg we recommend is Ölrepubliken, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,529 customers.

Steampunk Bar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,520 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Sweden!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Gothenburg, proving that cheap holidays in Sweden can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Slottsskogen. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,608 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Gothenburg Botanical Garden. This popular place of interest is a stunning botanical garden that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,825 visitors.

To make your trip to Gothenburg more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Liseberg. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 36,472 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Liseberg is often mentioned in Sweden road trip itineraries.

Your discovery of Gothenburg does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Gothenburg on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Sweden.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Sweden, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Bombay Street, one of the best restaurants in Gothenburg. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,126 reviews.

You can also check out Blackstone Steakhouse. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,126 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Ma Cuisine. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 878 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Gothenburg.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Gothenburg for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at BrewDog Göteborg and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,220 customers.

Haket is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,048 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Brewers Beer Bar Magasinsgatan. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Gothenburg.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Gothenburg!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Sweden, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Alingsås and end your day in the city of Jönköping, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Alingsås is the amazing Nolhaga park. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,645 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Sweden. To have the best affordable travel experience in Sweden, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Sweden unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Sweden.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Jönköping. Jönköping is another cheap travel destination in Sweden where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Sweden can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Jönköping that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Jönköping is Indiska Köket - Restaurang/Lunch Jönköping. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 901 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Jönköping, Samboosak is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 942 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pescadores. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Jönköping enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 733 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Jönköping’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Sweden. For example, you can visit Grill Jönköping. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 859 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Idlewild Beer Café. This popular bar in Jönköping has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 566 bar-goers.

You can also go to Aqua Dinner & Drinks as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Aqua Dinner & Drinks is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 641 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Sweden!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Sweden gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Älmhult and end your day in the city of Landskrona.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Malmo for 3 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Sweden.

While you’re in Älmhult, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing IKEA Museum. The fantastic IKEA Museum is a popular furniture museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,516 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Älmhult, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Landskrona.

Make Landskrona Citadel your first stop. This popular fortress among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,254 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Sweden. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Sweden and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Malmo. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Malmo, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

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

Lyran is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Lyran is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Bullen - Två Krögare, another well-loved restaurant in Malmo. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Sweden.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Malmo, Malmö Brewing Co & Taproom. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,265 bar goers.

BrewDog Malmö is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Malmo, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,549 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Spegeln, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,273 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Sweden. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Sweden!

Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Malmo, proving that cheap holidays in Sweden can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Malmö Castle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 8,942 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Kungsparken. This popular place of interest is a stunning urban park that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,405 visitors.

To make your trip to Malmo more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Pildammsparken. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 5,924 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Pildammsparken is often mentioned in Sweden road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Øresund Bridge is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This road–rail bridge and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 6,177 reviews.

Your discovery of Malmo does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Malmo on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Sweden.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Sweden, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Lilla Kafferosteriet, one of the best restaurants in Malmo. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,031 reviews.

You can also check out Laziza. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,030 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Kitchen & Table Malmö - sky bar. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,914 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Malmo.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Malmo for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Far i Hatten and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,826 customers.

Paddy's is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,216 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Fagans. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,778 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Malmo.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Malmo!

Day 6’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Lund, proving that cheap holidays in Sweden can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Botaniska trädgården. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,208 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Kulturen. This popular place of interest is a stunning open-air museum that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,334 visitors. With around 108,000 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Kulturen is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Lund more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Stadsparken. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,036 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Stadsparken is often mentioned in Sweden road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Lund Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This lutheran cathedral and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,299 reviews.

Your discovery of Lund does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Lund on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Sweden.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Sweden, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Di Penco, one of the best restaurants in Malmo. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,119 reviews.

You can also check out Atmosfär. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 969 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Pub Vagabond. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 842 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Malmo.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Malmo for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The Bishops Arms - Gustav Malmö and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,729 customers.

Mello Yello is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,687 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Pickwick Pub. Rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Malmo.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Malmo!

Day 7 of your road trip across Sweden offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Höganäs and the enchanting Varberg, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Höganäs and end the day in Varberg, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 of your affordable vacation in Sweden will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Höganäs is the magnificent Nimis. Around 1,913 visitors have rated this excellent sculpture and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Kullaberg on this leg of your self-drive tour in Sweden. This attraction is a well-known ridge that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 6,383 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Höganäs, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Varberg.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Varberg Fortress. This popular site is a valued fortress in Varberg and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,315 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Sweden. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Sweden. Make your cheap holiday experience in Sweden more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Gothenburg offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Sweden. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Gothenburg offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Sweden.

Gothia Towers is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9,515 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Gothenburg is Skansen Kronan, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 customers.

Hotel Pigalle offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Gothenburg. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,589 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Gothenburg’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Ölhallen 7:an is an excellent example of a great bar in Gothenburg offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Flying Barrel Pub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Gothenburg. The Flying Barrel Pub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 808 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

3 Små Rum is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Gothenburg. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 517 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Sweden with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Sweden!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Sweden as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 8 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Gothenburg.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Sweden.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Gothenburg is the remarkable Göteborgsoperan. This top-tier point of interest and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,257 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Gothenburg and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Sweden!