8 days in Sweden Itinerary

One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.

Stockholm is known for museums, historic sites, and childrens museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take an in-depth tour of Vasa Museum, step into the grandiose world of Royal Palace, examine the collection at ABBA The Museum, and explore the engaging exhibits at Junibacken.

To find photos, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Stockholm day trip planning site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Stockholm. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in July, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to travel to Kalmar.

Kalmar is a city in the southeast of Sweden, situated by the Baltic Sea. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): step into the grandiose world of Kalmar Castle, then get engrossed in the history at Kalmar County Museum, and then let little ones run wild at Stadsparken. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Stortorget, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kalmar Cathedral, then take in the views from Ölandsbron, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Klackeberga Kyrka.

For photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Kalmar tour itinerary planning website.

You can fly from Stockholm to Kalmar in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In July in Kalmar, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Gothenburg.

Situated on Sweden's western coastline, Gothenburg attracts visitors with cultural festivals, a lively music scene, and a blend of classical and modern architecture.

On the 11th (Sun), get in on the family fun at Liseberg amusement park. Keep things going the next day: have fun and explore at Universeum, then take in nature's colorful creations at Horticultural Gardens (Tradgardsforeningen), then take in nature's colorful creations at Gothenburg Botanical Garden, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Haga.

To see traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read Gothenburg journey builder app.

Getting from Kalmar to Gothenburg by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. In July, daytime highs in Gothenburg are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.