6-Day Sweden Road Trip from Gothenburg traveling east to Halmstad

Canal in the historic centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 4 nights in Gothenburg and 1 night in Halmstad, 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 Halmstad. We'll help you experience the best 6 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 Gothenburg Natural History Museum and Göteborgsoperan, 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 Liseberg and learn more about the unique Universeum to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Gothenburg and Halmstad, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Halland County - region in SwedenHalland / 1 night
Canal in the historic centre of Gothenburg, Sweden.Gothenburg / 4 nights

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Attractions

Photo of amusement park Liseberg in Gothenburg ,Sweden.Liseberg
Photo of Slottsskogen scenic park and lake in Gothenburg ,Sweden.Slottsskogen
UniverseumUniverseum
Horticultural Society, Heden, Centrum, Göteborgs Stad, Västra Götaland County, SwedenHorticultural Society
Photo of beautiful glass greenhouse in Gothenburg Botanical Garden, Sweden.Gothenburg Botanical Garden
photo of Gothenburg Natural History Museum in Sweden.Gothenburg Natural History Museum
GöteborgsoperanGöteborgsoperan
photo of morning view of Varberg fortress in Varberg in Sweden.Varberg Fortress
Plikta lekplats / Playground 444, Änggården, Majorna-Linné, Göteborgs Stad, Västra Götaland County, SwedenPlikta lekplats / Playground 444
photo of Gothenburg Museum of Art in Gothenburg , Sweden.Gothenburg Museum of Art
photo of fall in Norre Katts park in Halmstad, Halland County, Sweden.Norre katts park
Kungsbygget Äventyrspark
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
5:e Vik, Varbergs kommun, Halland County, Sweden5:e Vik
photo of the lighthouse Morups Tånge is built 1843 in Glommen, Sweden.Morups Tånge
photo of Särö Västerskog in Sweden.Särö Västerskog
Hökafältet

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small car
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Day 1 – Gothenburg - arrival day

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 4 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 6-day vacation in Sweden!

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Day 2 – Gothenburg

Day 2

Day 2 – Gothenburg

  • Gothenburg
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Drive 17 km, 50 min

  • Slottsskogen
  • Gothenburg Botanical Garden
  • Liseberg
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Gothenburg has to offer. Cherish the 3 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!

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Day 3 – Gothenburg

Day 3

Day 3 – Gothenburg

  • 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 3 of your road trip across Sweden is another day in the magnificent Gothenburg. You now have 2 nights 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 Universeum. This has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,707 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Gothenburg Museum of Art in the city of Gothenburg. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,978 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Gothenburg is the incredible Plikta lekplats / Playground 444. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,832 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Gothenburg Natural History Museum. This natural history museum and travel destination is rated an average 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.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Gothenburg, Gothia Towers. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,515 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Gothenburg that locals enjoy, eat at Skansen Kronan. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Gothenburg is Hotel Pigalle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,589 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg, Ölhallen 7:an. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 759 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Gothenburg, we recommend the cocktails at The Flying Barrel Pub. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 808 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Gothenburg is 3 Små Rum. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Gothenburg!

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Day 4 – Simlångsdalen, Varberg, and Halmstad

Day 4

Day 4 – Simlångsdalen, Varberg, and Halmstad

  • Halland
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Drive 188 km, 2 hours 49 min

  • Getterön Nature Reserve
  • 5:e Vik
  • Varberg Fortress
  • Danska fall
  • Norre katts park
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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 Simlångsdalen and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Halmstad. You will stay in Halmstad for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Simlångsdalen is the amazing Danska fall. This attraction is a waterfall that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 951 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lotus, one of the best restaurants in the city of Halmstad. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,443 customers.

Locals also recommend Nyhemsgrillen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Halmstad. Nyhemsgrillen is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Halmstad is RESTAURANT Yoss. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 801 customers.

After dinner, visit Pio, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Halmstad. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Bulls. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,335 customers.

Alternatively, Zigges Garage is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Halmstad. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 386 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Stackarp, Särö, and Gothenburg

Day 5

Day 5 – Stackarp, Särö, and Gothenburg

  • Gothenburg
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Drive 253 km, 3 hours 50 min

  • Hökafältet
  • Kungsbygget Äventyrspark
  • Falkenberg Bridge
  • Morups Tånge
  • Särö Västerskog
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Sweden, you'll awaken to the bustling hamlet of Stackarp. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Gothenburg. You’ll stay in Gothenburg for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stackarp’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Stackarp, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kungsbygget Äventyrspark. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,096 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Stackarp has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Gothenburg. Gothenburg offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Gothenburg, the fantastic Björns Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 229 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gothia Towers. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,515 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Skansen Kronan. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,812 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 6 – Gothenburg - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Gothenburg - departure day

  • Gothenburg - Departure day
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  • Horticultural Society
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Day 6 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!

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