Cheap 12-Day Sweden Road Trip from Malmo to Jönköping, Norrköping, Stockholm, and Linköping

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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 12-day road trip through Sweden! Travel to Malmo, Jönköping, Norrköping, Stockholm, Linköping, and Växjö with this cheap holiday package!

Explore Sweden for less with this 12-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Vasa Museum, the captivating Stockholm Palace, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Sweden and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 3 nights in Malmo, 1 night in Jönköping, 1 night in Norrköping, 4 nights in Stockholm, 1 night in Linköping, and 1 night in Växjö.

This customizable and cheap Sweden travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Sweden at the lowest price!

On arrival in Malmo, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Sweden. Explore the magnificent Kungsträdgården to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating ABBA: The Museum and take in its distinct atmosphere. Sweden offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Sweden. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Sweden.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Sweden, like the stunning Nordic Museum. You'll visit the incredible Open-air museum Skansen to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Fotografiska up close.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 12-day road trip, you'll leave Sweden happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 12-day vacation in Sweden. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 11 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Sweden with CDW insurance.

You can customize your Sweden travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Sweden and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Sweden’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in Sweden offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Sweden with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Sweden fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Kronoberg County - region in SwedenKronoberg County / 1 night
Uppsala County - region in SwedenUppsala County
Östergötland County - region in SwedenLinköping / 1 night
Stockholm old town (Gamla Stan) cityscape from City Hall top, Sweden.Stockholm / 4 nights
Lund - city in SwedenLund
Beautiful aerial panoramic view of the Malmo city in Sweden.Malmo / 3 nights
Jönköping County - region in SwedenJönköping / 1 night
Photo of great panorama Skyline view from above Huskvarna city and Lake Vattern during magical warm reflecting Sunset over lake near Jonkoping, Sweden.Huskvarna
Photo of main place of Vimmerby with well and tourist office, Sweden.Vimmerby
Photo of Motala stream in Norrkoping during fall, that is a historic industrial town in Sweden.Norrköping / 1 night
Photo of the city center and the port of Helsingborg in Sweden.Helsingborg

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Photo of Vasa Museum, the most visited museum in Scandinavia, on the island of Djurgarden in Stockholm, Sweden.Vasa Museum
Photo of the Royal Palace is located in Gamla Stan in Stockholm, Sweden.Stockholm Palace
Photo of a mansion in the Skansen open air museum in Stockholm.Open-air museum Skansen
Photo of the famous meeting place Kungstradgarden in Stockholm with cherry trees in blossom.Kungsträdgården
FotografiskaFotografiska
ABBA The MuseumABBA: The Museum
Nordic museum building in Stockholm in a sunny day, SwedenNordic Museum
Malmö Castle, Malmö Hus, Norr, Malmo, Malmö kommun, Skåne County, SwedenMalmö Castle
Museum of Natural History, Norra Djurgården, Östermalms stadsdelsområde, Stockholms kommun, Stockholm County, SwedenMuseum of Natural History
National Museum of Science and Technology
photo of the ruins of Brahehus Castle are located by the lake Vattern located in Gränna parish in Jönköping municipality, Sweden.Brahehus
The Copper tents in Haga built 1787-90 Gustav III the king of Sweden, panoramaHaga park
photo of beautiful cityscape of Malmo with Turning Torso in Sweden.Turning Torso
view on National Museum of Fine Arts, Stockholm, SwedenNationalmuseum
Pildammstornet tower on the water in the city of MalmoPildammsparken
The Oresund Bridge is a combined motorway and railway bridge between Sweden and Denmark (Malmo and Copenhagen). Long exposure. Selective focus.Øresund Bridge
Uppsala Cathedral - Uppsala city, SwedenUppsala Cathedral
Air Force Museum, Kärna, Linköpings kommun, Östergötland County, SwedenAir Force Museum
photo of statue of Carl von Linné in Humlegården in Stockholm, Sweden.Humlegården
Gamla Linköping Open Air Museum, Linköpings domkyrkodistrikt, Linköpings kommun, Östergötland County, SwedenGamla Linköping Open Air Museum
Swedish royal opera and Saint Jacob church in Stockholm, SwedenRoyal Swedish Opera
RålambshovsparkenRålambshovsparken
photo of Malmö museum Sweden.Malmö museum
photo of aerial summer view of Vadstena Castle in Vadstena, Sweden.Vadstena Castle
photo of Tantolunden in Stockholm in autumn in Sweden.Tantolunden
photo of The Lund Cathedral in Lund, Sweden on sunny day exterior view.Lund Cathedral
Botanical Garden, Professorsstaden, Centrum, Lund, Lund Municipality, Skåne County, SwedenBotanical Garden
photo of flower arrangements in symmetrical shapes leading up to a fountain in the city park Stadsparken in the town Lund, Sweden.Stadsparken
Tropikariet, Stattena, Helsingborgs kommun, Skåne County, SwedenTropikariet
photo of Vasaparken a beautiful little park in Vasastan, Stockholm, Sweden.Vasaparken
photo of sunny morning of Kungsparken park in Malmo. Sweden.Kungsparken
photo of panoramic view of 16th century Uppsala Castle, Uppsala, Sweden.Uppsala Castle
St. Peter's Church, Gamla Staden, Norr, Malmo, Malmö kommun, Skåne County, SwedenSt Peter's Church
Fredriksdals museet & trädgårdar, Olympia, Helsingborgs kommun, Skåne County, SwedenFredriksdal Museum & Gardens
photo of Stadsträdgården in Gavle, Sweden.Stadsträdgården
photo of Mansions at the Kulturen open-air museum in Lund, Sweden.Kulturen
Tropicarium Kolmarden
photo of Husqvarna Museum in Huskvarna, Sweden.Husqvarna Museum
Mulle Mecks Lekpark, Solna kommun, Stockholm County, SwedenMulle Mecks Lekpark
Slottshagen, Slottshöjden, Helsingborgs kommun, Skåne County, SwedenSlottshagen Stephen
Rådhusparken, Jönköpings kommun, Jönköping County, SwedenRådhusparken
Folkparken, outdoor gym
Astrid Lindgren-statyn

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Day 1 – Malmo - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Malmo - arrival day

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

Malmo 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 Malmo and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Pildammsparken will make your cheap holiday in Sweden truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,924 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 Malmo. An excellent example is the popular Östergatan No. 25. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 605 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Sweden is Lyran. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 534 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 Bullen - Två Krögare. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,441 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Malmö Brewing Co & Taproom is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,265 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Malmo we recommend is BrewDog Malmö, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

Spegeln is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,273 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 2 – Malmo

Day 2

Day 2 – Malmo

  • Malmo
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Drive 64 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Turning Torso
  • Malmö museum
  • Malmö Castle
  • Øresund Bridge
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Day 2’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 Øresund Bridge. This popular place of interest is a stunning road–rail bridge that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,177 visitors.

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!

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Day 3 – Malmo and Jönköping

Day 3

Day 3 – Malmo and Jönköping

  • Helsingborg
  • Jönköping
  • Malmo
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Drive 301 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • St Peter's Church
  • Slottshagen Stephen
  • Fredriksdal Museum & Gardens
  • Tropikariet
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Day 3 of your road trip across Sweden offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Malmo and the enchanting Helsingborg, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Malmo and end the day in Helsingborg, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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 Malmo is the magnificent St. Peter's Church. Around 3,079 visitors have rated this excellent church and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Slottshagen. This popular site is a valued park in Helsingborg and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,890 visitors.

Another must-visit in Helsingborg is the spectacular Fredriksdal Museum & Gardens. This outstanding park and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 2,508 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Tropikariet to make your cheap holiday experience in Helsingborg truly special. This zoo and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,774 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.

Jönköping 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 Jönköping offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Sweden.

Indiska Köket - Restaurang/Lunch Jönköping 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 901 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Jönköping is Samboosak, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 942 customers.

Pescadores offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Jönköping. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 733 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 Jönköping’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Grill Jönköping is an excellent example of a great bar in Jönköping offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 859 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Idlewild Beer Café, another of locals’ go-to bars in Jönköping. Idlewild Beer Café is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 566 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Aqua Dinner & Drinks is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Jönköping. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 641 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!

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Day 4 – Gränna, Huskvarna, Vadstena, and Norrköping

Day 4

Day 4 – Gränna, Huskvarna, Vadstena, and Norrköping

  • Huskvarna
  • Jönköping
  • Norrköping
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Drive 203 km, 2 hours 40 min

  • Rådhusparken
  • Husqvarna Museum
  • Brahehus
  • Vadstena Castle
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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 Gränna and end your day in the city of Huskvarna.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Norrköping for 1 night. 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 Gränna, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Brahehus. The fantastic Brahehus is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 7,127 travelers.

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

Make Husqvarna Museum your first stop. This popular museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,091 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 Norrköping. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Norrköping, 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 Rosegarden, one of the best restaurants in Norrköping. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,107 customers.

The Black Lion Inn is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. The Black Lion Inn is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 885 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Enoteket Lunch Restaurang & Bar Norrköping, another well-loved restaurant in Norrköping. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 717 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 Norrköping, Pappa Grappa. 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 out of 5 stars by 1,375 bar goers.

Butlers Bistro & Winebar is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Norrköping, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 493 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Världens Bar, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 380 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Gruvstugan, Bergshamra, Solna, and Stockholm

Day 5

Day 5 – Gruvstugan, Bergshamra, Solna, and Stockholm

  • Norrköping
  • Stockholm
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Drive 187 km, 3 hours 3 min

  • Folkparken, outdoor gym
  • Tropicarium Kolmarden
  • Haga park
  • Mulle Mecks Lekpark
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Day 5 of your road trip across Sweden offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Norrköping and the enchanting Gruvstugan, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Norrköping and end the day in Gruvstugan, where you'll stay for 4 nights.

Buckle up because day 5 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 Norrköping is the magnificent Folkparken, outdoor gym. Around 1,038 visitors have rated this excellent outdoor gym and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Norrköping, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic hamlet of Gruvstugan.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Haga park. This popular site is a valued english garden in Gruvstugan and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,454 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.

Stockholm 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 Stockholm offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Sweden.

Stockholms Gästabud is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,901 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Stockholm is Östermalms saluhall, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,416 customers.

Hotel Rival offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Stockholm. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,759 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 Stockholm’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Akkurat - Restaurang Södermalm is an excellent example of a great bar in Stockholm offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,690 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Barrels, another of locals’ go-to bars in Stockholm. Barrels is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 3,495 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Pub Anchor is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Stockholm. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 3,371 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!

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Day 6 – Stockholm and Uppsala

Day 6

Day 6 – Stockholm and Uppsala

  • Uppsala County
  • Stockholm
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Drive 148 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • Uppsala Cathedral
  • Uppsala Castle
  • Stadsträdgården
  • Vasaparken
  • Rålambshovsparken
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On day 6 of your road trip adventures in Sweden, you’ll go deep into Stockholm, where you'll stay for 3 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Stockholm, and meet locals along the way!

Stockholm offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Radisson Collection Hotel, Strand Stockholm to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Stockholm. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 3,960 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Downtown Camper by Scandic. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Stockholm. Downtown Camper by Scandic has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 7,273 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Stockholm should also consider Scandic Upplandsgatan. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Scandic Upplandsgatan has been rated by 2,088 guests with an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Stockholm offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Stockholm the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding urban park, Vasaparken. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,719 visitors.

The famous Rålambshovsparken is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible must-see tourist destination and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,006 visitors.

This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.

Come to Stockholm prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Sweden. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Stockholm.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Stockholm, Restaurant Pelikan. Locals enjoy eating at Restaurant Pelikan for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,836 diners.

Rolfs Kök serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,344 food lovers.

If you want more options, Café Schweizer is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Café Schweizer has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,153 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Stockholm? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Stockholm after dinner. Locals recommend Hotel Rival, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,759 customers.

Stampen is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Sweden. Stampen has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,511 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Stockholm.

You might also want to cap the night off at Wirströms Pub, a fascinating bar that 1,626 customers have rated 4.3 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Sweden!

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Day 7 – Stockholm

Day 7

Day 7 – Stockholm

  • Stockholm
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Drive 11 km, 48 min

  • National Museum of Science and Technology
  • Nordic Museum
  • Vasa Museum
  • ABBA: The Museum
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Day 7’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Stockholm, proving that cheap holidays in Sweden can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary National Museum of Science and Technology. This attraction is a science museum that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 7,793 travelers. Every year, the wonderful National Museum of Science and Technology gets around 170,000 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Nordic Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning museum of culture that boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,344 visitors. With around 237,964 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Nordic Museum is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Stockholm more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Vasa Museum. This well-known maritime museum attracts up to 1,220,429 people each year. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 52,799 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Vasa Museum is often mentioned in Sweden road trip itineraries.

The magnificent ABBA: The Museum is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 14,560 reviews.

Your discovery of Stockholm does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Stockholm 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 Restaurang Hantverket, one of the best restaurants in Stockholm. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,768 reviews.

You can also check out Restaurang Prinsen. 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 2,112 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Restaurang Farang. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,852 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Stockholm.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Stockholm for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Pharmarium and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,285 customers.

Nomad 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,155 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Portal. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 853 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Stockholm.

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

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Day 8 – Stockholm

Day 8

Day 8 – Stockholm

  • Stockholm
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Drive 17 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Nationalmuseum
  • Royal Swedish Opera
  • Kungsträdgården
  • Humlegården
  • Museum of Natural History
  • More

Day 8 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Sweden, Stockholm. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Stockholm!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Nationalmuseum. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 6,381 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable art museum is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Royal Swedish Opera. This attraction is an opera house that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,919 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Kungsträdgården. This popular urban park in Stockholm has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 24,989 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Humlegården. This urban park and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,960 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Stockholm? Then make your way to the outstanding museum, Museum of Natural History. This local attraction enjoys an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,515 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Stockholm. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Stockholm offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Sweden worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Stockholm has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Stockholm is Restaurant Slingerbulten. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,456 customers.

Glashuset Restaurant & Bar is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,510 reviews. Glashuset Restaurant & Bar is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Stockholm as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Stockholm, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Knut bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 785 customers.

Nem Nem Quan serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Stockholm. Customers have rated Nem Nem Quan an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 724 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Bar Central Birger Jarlsgatan. This bar is popular in Stockholm for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 660 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Stockholm can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Sweden!

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Day 9 – Stockholm and Linköping

Day 9

Day 9 – Stockholm and Linköping

  • Stockholm
  • Linköping
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Drive 208 km, 2 hours 52 min

  • Stockholm Palace
  • Open-air museum Skansen
  • Fotografiska
  • Tantolunden
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On day 9 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 Stockholm and end your day in the city of Linköping, 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 Stockholm is the amazing Stockholm Palace. This travel destination is a royal palace that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 38,682 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Open-air museum Skansen. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,434 travelers, a visit to this well-known open-air museum and sightseeing spot in Stockholm is likely to make your vacation in Sweden even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 1,300,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Stockholm is the outstanding Fotografiska. This kunsthalle has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 16,718 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Sweden, drop by the popular Tantolunden. This attraction, an amazing urban park, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,511 travelers.

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 Linköping. Linköping 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 Linköping that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Linköping is De Klomp. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,059 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Linköping, Simon's Roastery & Bakery is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 829 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Grekiskt & Gott. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Linköping enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 985 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Linköping’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Sweden. For example, you can visit Backen Ölcafé. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 538 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Stångs Magasin. This popular bar in Linköping has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 832 bar-goers.

You can also go to Mocca deli Linköping as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Mocca deli Linköping is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 765 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 10 – Växjö

Day 10

Day 10 – Växjö

  • Linköping
  • Kronoberg County
  • Vimmerby
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Gamla Linköping Open Air Museum
  • Air Force Museum
  • Astrid Lindgren-statyn
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Day 10 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 Linköping and end your day in the city of Vimmerby.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Växjö for 1 night. 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 Linköping, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Gamla Linköping Open Air Museum. The fantastic Gamla Linköping Open Air Museum is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,126 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Air Force Museum, a well-known museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 5,057 travelers.

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

Make Astrid Lindgren Statue your first stop. This popular top-tier point of interest among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 556 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 Växjö. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Växjö, 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 Pizzeria Elvan AB, one of the best restaurants in Växjö. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 882 customers.

Umami Monkey is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Umami Monkey is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 873 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Izakaya Moshi, another well-loved restaurant in Växjö. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 627 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 Växjö, PM & Vänner. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,124 bar goers.

Kafé de luxe is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Växjö, with its average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,439 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by The Bishops Arms - Växjö, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Lund and Malmo

Day 11

Day 11 – Lund and Malmo

  • Malmo
  • Lund
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Drive 200 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Botanical Garden
  • Kulturen
  • Lund Cathedral
  • Stadsparken
  • More

On day 11 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 Lund and end your day in the city of Malmo, 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 Lund is the amazing Botaniska trädgården. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,208 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Kulturen. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 travelers, a visit to this well-known open-air museum and sightseeing spot in Lund is likely to make your vacation in Sweden even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 108,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Lund is the outstanding Lund Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,299 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Sweden, drop by the popular Stadsparken. This attraction, an amazing urban park, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,036 travelers.

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 Malmo. Malmo 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 Malmo that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Malmo is Di Penco. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,119 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Malmo, Atmosfär is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 969 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Pub Vagabond. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Malmo enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 842 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Malmo’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Sweden. For example, you can visit The Bishops Arms - Gustav Malmö. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Mello Yello. This popular bar in Malmo has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,687 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pickwick Pub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pickwick Pub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,124 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 12 – Malmo - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Malmo - departure day

  • Malmo - Departure day
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  • Kungsparken
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Sweden as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 12 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Malmo.

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 Malmo is the remarkable Kungsparken. This urban park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,405 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Malmo, consider a top-rated restaurant like Johan P. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

Årstiderna is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 644 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is SMAK. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Sweden and your fun memories in Malmo.

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

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