🚗 Solo Roadtrip from Norway to Sweden

This was my very first solo road trip, from Norway to Sweden! I used Google Maps for navigation, GetYourGuide to find activities, and booked my hotels through Booking.com. Here's my route, what I experienced along the way, and some tips if you're planning something similar.

May 25 – First Stop: Nordby Hotel

I started the trip by driving from Hallingby to Nordby Hotel, right next to the Nordby Shopping Center at the Swedish border. After checking in, I went shopping and bought spareribs and salty licorice to bring back to my room.

The hotel had spacious rooms with a balcony and free parking just outside. I paid 1,095 SEK for one night via Booking.com. Breakfast buffet was included, and of course I had eggs and bacon the next morning.

Tips:

• Nordby is perfect for combining a road trip with shopping.

• Free parking right by the hotel makes it easy when traveling by car.

May 26 – Aeroseum and Forenom Aparthotel Gothenburg

On my way to Gothenburg, I stopped at Aeroseum, an underground aviation museum located in a former bunker. Entrance cost 130 SEK and parking 20 SEK.

The exhibitions were fascinating, planes, helicopters, rescue boats, cars, and war history. The best part was that you could actually interact with the displays: sit in cockpits, push buttons, and even solve puzzles designed for kids. The museum also had a café and restrooms.

Later, I checked in at Forenom Aparthotel Gothenburg, where I stayed for three nights. Check-in is done with a code sent by SMS. The room was large with a fridge but no breakfast included. It cost 2,025 SEK for three nights, and parking via EasyPark was about 50 SEK per day.

Tips:

• Aeroseum is a must if you're into planes or history.

• Forenom is practical and simple, but keep in mind breakfast isn't included.

May 27 – Liseberg Amusement Park

I had bought a 2-day "all-in-one" ticket in advance for 495 SEK. At the entrance, the ticket was scanned, and I received a wristband for the rides.

I love thrills, so I went on many rides. Honestly, it felt a little lonely at times standing in line while others had company, but I still enjoyed the rides and treated myself to churros with chocolate.

Tips:

• Lockers: Some rides require you to lock your bag (about 5 SEK for 2 hours).

• Food: Eat early or late to avoid crowds in the restaurants.

• Liseberg is fun alone but even better with friends.

May 28 – Universeum + Liseberg Day 2

I started the day at Universeum, Sweden's national science center. Entrance cost 220 SEK as a student. Almost everything is interactive, aquariums, rainforest, math, science, the human body, and more. The rainforest had tropical birds flying freely, and each floor had cafés and restrooms.

Afterward, I went back to Liseberg. It felt less lonely this time, and I even dared to ride AtmosFear, a 116-meter drop tower. It really tested my fear of heights but gave me such an adrenaline rush!

Later, my phone froze for 15 minutes while I was trying to find the way back to the hotel. Stressful, but eventually it worked again, and I could relax after another long, active day.

Tips:

• Universeum is perfect for all ages, fun and educational at the same time.

• AtmosFear is a must if you want to challenge yourself.

• Always have a backup plan if your phone/GPS stops working.

May 29 – Nordby Shopping and Home

On my way back, I stopped again at Nordby Shopping Center to buy some groceries and drinks before heading home.

Summary

This was such an exciting solo trip with lots of variety: Aeroseum, Universeum, Liseberg, shopping, and road tripping. Yes, I got lost a few times (even inside the hotel 😅), but I always found my way.

The best part about solo travel? You can do exactly what you want, when you want. Sure, it felt a bit lonely at times, but the freedom made up for it. All in all, a great trip that I highly recommend 🚗✨