Places to Visit in Sweden

The capital city of Stockholm is built on many small islands.

When you think of Sweden (Sverige), you probably think less about places to visit, and more about ABBA and IKEA. But there is so much more to this jewel of the Scandinavian crown. History, culture, natural beauty and open spaces. Art, music, sport, design, technology and a high standard of living. Your Eurail pass brings you to the center of all things Swedish.

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Spectacular, stupendous Stockholm

Stockholm is a sparkling city built on 14 islands, connected by 57 bridges. It’s ranked among the most breathtaking capitals in the world. History, culture, world-class museums, natural beauty and modern city life combine for an unforgettable travel destination. From Gröna Lund amusement park to the beautiful City Hall and the Museum of Medieval Stockholm (Stockholms Medeltidsmuseum), you’ll find it all in this stunning capital city. More things to do in Stockholm

Stockholm’s Central Station is right on the waterfront, and the famous City Hall is walking distance from the station.

Modern, playful Gothenburg

A mixture of natural beauty and man-made adventure, Gothenburg (Göteborg) is like one giant playground, just waiting for exploration. Visit Liseberg, Scandinavia’s largest amusement park, and Universeum, the science discovery center. Shop at Gothenburg’s trendy stores, and camp in its (often free) parks and campgrounds. What’s more, Gothenburg has one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline imaginable.

Liseberg amusement park has its own railway stop. The park is an all-day adventure of games, rides and fun.

Multicultural and mesmerizing Malmö

Beautiful and dynamic, Malmö is filled with charm. Malmö burst onto the scene in recent years with a huge renovation, and the construction of the impressive, five-mile long Öresund Bridge (Øresundsbron), connecting Malmö to Copenhagen. A true port city, Malmö boasts residents of more than 160 nationalities and 100 languages. After a day at the beach, be sure to check out the fantastic array of dining options.

From Malmö Central Station, city center is a 15-minute walk.

The great Northern beyond

Northern Sweden is a nature-lover’s paradise. Countless national parks and reserves – like Sarek and Abisko – are some of the world’s most stunning. Ride a husky sledge, try ice fishing or skiing, everything is possible. The ‘Land of the Midnight Sun’ is also the backdrop for the Northern Lights. Learn about the Sami – indigenous Swedes with a unique way of life. In nearby Jukkasjärvi is the world-famous Ice Hotel.

From the train station in Kiruna, you can reach the Ice Hotel by husky sledge, snowmobile or taxi.

The sweet Swedish Isles

Sweden is rumored to have hundreds – or even thousands – of islands. One of the largest and most interesting is the isle of Gotland, off the southwestern coast of the mainland. Gotland’s capital, Visby, is a reasonably priced tourist dream, with medieval architecture and cobblestone streets. The ancient town square and Old Town, plus unique stone fortifying walls make Visby a charming must-see.

Cars are banned in Old Town in the summer, so take the ferry to Visby and then walk or cycle through the historic streets.

When to go

Best time to travel to Sweden

So, when should you use those Sweden train tickets? Unless you want to spend Christmas here, the best time to visit is in the summer, between June and August. Sweden in springtime is also lovely.

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