21 days in Sweden Itinerary

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

Bring the kids along to Delsjon and Skansen Kronan. Get in touch with nature at Anggardsbergens Naturreservat and Nissan. Explore Gothenburg's surroundings by going to Marstrand (Marstrand & Carlstens Fastning) and Halmstad (Kvinnohuvud by Pablo Picasso & Galgberget). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Masthuggskyrkan, take in the exciting artwork at Goteborgs Konsthall, don't miss a visit to Kvarnbyn, and see the interesting displays at Aeroseum.

To see more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read Gothenburg travel planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Gothenburg is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. When traveling from Amsterdam in August, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Gothenburg: temperatures range from 22°C by day to 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Fjallbacka.

Fjällbacka is a locality situated in Tanum Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden with 859 inhabitants in 2010.Fjällbacka is mostly known as a summer tourist resort, with a long history.Fjällbacka is located at Latitude 58,36 North Longitude 11,17 East, approximately 150 km from Gothenburg, 165 km from Oslo and 520 km from Stockholm.Notable residentsThe actress Ingrid Bergman lived here, when she visited Sweden.Swedish crime writer Camilla Läckberg grew up here; many of her books take place in or around Fjällbacka. On the 12th (Sat), identify plant and animal life at Dyk-Leif, examine the collection at Linmuseet, then take in the history at Greby Gravfalt, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Kungsklyftan.

To find reviews and other tourist information, use the Fjallbacka tour planner.

Traveling by car from Gothenburg to Fjallbacka takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. August in Fjallbacka sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can go by car to Mora.

Mora is a locality and the seat of Mora Municipality in Dalarna County, Sweden, with 10,896 inhabitants in 2010.HistoryThere are signs of human activity in the surroundings of Mora dating from 4000 BC. The earliest found buildings in Mora are from the 7th century. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Zorns gammelgard och draktkammaren and Leksands Church. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Rattviks Kyrka and Siljansfors Skogsmuseum. Explore Mora's surroundings by going to Clas Ohlson-museet (in Insjon) and Leksand (Alfvengarden & Munthe's Hildasholm). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Vasaloppsmuseet, look for gifts at Farnas Hemslojd & Snickerier, and get all the equipment you need at Dala Bike Life.

For reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read our Mora journey planner.

Traveling by car from Fjallbacka to Mora takes 5.5 hours. Traveling from Fjallbacka in August, plan for a bit cooler nights in Mora, with lows around 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Vimmerby.

Vimmerby is a city and the seat of Vimmerby Municipality, Kalmar County, Sweden with 7,934 inhabitants in 2010.OverviewStångån is a small river running through the city.Vimmerby had its charter as early as the fourteenth century. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Wed): examine the collection at Mx World Collection, experience rural life at Ingebo Hagar, and then pause for some photo ops at Astrid Lindgren Statue.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Vimmerby travel planning website.

Traveling by car from Mora to Vimmerby takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and flight. Traveling from Mora in August, expect nights in Vimmerby to be about the same, around 10°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to drive to Linkoping.

Linköping is a city in southern Sweden, with 153 000 inhabitants in 2016. Family-friendly places like Ovralid and Vattern will thrill your kids. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Ekenas slott and Borenshults Slussar. Get out of town with these interesting Linkoping side-trips: Norrkoping (Visualization Center C & Abackarna). The adventure continues: hike along Tinnero Eklandskap, admire the engineering at Norsholms sluss, Gota kanal, explore the activities along Kinda Kanal, and explore the engaging exhibits at Fenomenmagasinet.

To find maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Linkoping trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Vimmerby to Linkoping takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Linkoping are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Visby.

Located on the largest island in the Baltic Sea, the historical port town of Visby features one of the best-preserved medieval city walls in northern Europe.

Get outdoors at Grogarnsberget and Folhammar. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like St. Mary's Cathedral and St. Nicolai Ruin. Change things up with a short trip to Bungemuseet in Farosund (about 48 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: take a peaceful walk through Furilden Naturreservat, make a trip to Jungfrun, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Roma klosterruin, and explore the ancient world of Drottens ruin.

To see ratings, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read Visby planning site.

You can do a combination of train and flight from Linkoping to Visby in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Visby can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to fly to Stockholm.

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

Escape the urban bustle at The Green Trails and Skeppsholmen. Your inner history buff will appreciate Monteliusvagen and Skogskyrkogarden. Venture out of the city with trips to Gamla Uppsala (in Uppsala), Mariefred (Karnbo Kyrkoruin & Gripsholm Castle) and Skokloster Castle (in Skokloster). And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Strandvagen, ponder the world of politics at Parliament Building (Riksdagshuset), stroll around Kungstradgarden Park, and take an in-depth tour of Hallwyl Museum.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Stockholm day trip site.

Traveling by flight from Visby to Stockholm takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry and train. August in Stockholm sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.