4-Day Sweden Road Trip from Gothenburg traveling south to Varberg

Canal in the historic centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-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 and 1 night in Varberg, 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 and Varberg. We'll help you experience the best 4 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 Liseberg, 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 Varberg Fortress and learn more about the unique Norre katts park to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Gothenburg and Varberg, 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 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 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, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Varbergs kommun - town in SwedenVarberg / 1 night
Canal in the historic centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.Gothenburg / 2 nights

Map

Attractions

Photo of amusement park Liseberg in Gothenburg ,Sweden.Liseberg
Photo of Slottsskogen scenic park and lake in Gothenburg ,Sweden.Slottsskogen
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
photo of morning view of Varberg fortress in Varberg in Sweden.Varberg Fortress
photo of fall in Norre Katts park in Halmstad, Halland County, Sweden.Norre katts park
photo of waterfall during autumn in Danska Fall in Simlångsdalen, Sweden.Danska fall
photo of Getterön Nature Reserve in Varberg, Sweden.Getterön Nature Reserve
photo of beautiful morning of Tullbron or Falkenberg Bridge in Falkenberg, Sweden.Falkenberg Bridge

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Travelers

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Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1

Day 1 – Gothenburg - arrival day

  • Gothenburg - Arrival day
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  • Göteborgsoperan
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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 Göteborgsoperan. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest 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 4-day vacation in Sweden!

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Experiences

Day 2

Day 2 – Varberg

  • Gothenburg
  • Varberg
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Drive 85 km, 1 hour 35 min

  • Slottsskogen
  • Gothenburg Botanical Garden
  • Liseberg
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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 Gothenburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Varberg. You’ll stay in Varberg 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 Liseberg to make the most of your road trip across Sweden. The spectacular Liseberg is an amusement park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,472 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 Varberg. Varberg 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 John's Place. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 789 reviews.

The remarkable Burger and Chill is another top restaurant in Varberg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Linnea & Basilika Varberg is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 821 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Varberg, the fantastic Solviken. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,047 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gästis Kafe & Matsalar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 435 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is &Olles. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 373 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

Day 3 – Varberg, Simlångsdalen, and Gothenburg

  • Gothenburg
  • Varberg
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Varberg Fortress
  • Getterön Nature Reserve
  • Norre katts park
  • Danska fall
  • Falkenberg Bridge
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Day 3 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 Varberg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Gothenburg. You will stay in Gothenburg for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Varberg is the amazing Varberg Fortress. This attraction is a fortress that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,315 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible nature reserve, Getterön Nature Reserve. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 905 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bombay Street, one of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg is Ma Cuisine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 878 customers.

After dinner, visit BrewDog Göteborg, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Haket. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,048 customers.

Alternatively, Brewers Beer Bar Magasinsgatan. Is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Gothenburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

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

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Day 4

Day 4 – Gothenburg - departure day

  • Gothenburg - Departure day
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  • Horticultural Society
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Day 4 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 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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