Visby

Visby is one of the most remarkable towns in the Nordic countries, with 24,000 inhabitants. It is on the west coast of Sweden's largest island Gotland in the Baltic Sea. Visby is known for its city wall, its cathedral and many church ruins. In 1995, the old city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

See: 15
Do: 4
Eat: 7
Drink: 9
Buy: 6

41 places

Buy

Antikvariat Drotten

A cosy second hand book shop with a stock of some 40,000 books. While most books are in Swedish there is also a considerable English language section.

Off season: Fri 13:00-17:00, Sat 11:00-14:00; During season: Mon-Fri 11:00-17:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-15:00

Drink

Bageriet

A day-time tapasbar and a night-time pub. During summer it has a nice outdoor seating area on the main square. As it is one of few Visby pubs which stay open throughout the year it is a favorite among locals. They are located next to Nunnan and have the same owner, but attract a younger clientele.

11:00-02:00 daily

Eat

Bolaget

At the sunniest place of the main square you find Bolaget. Try the great French food, or have a steak from the barbeque. Or, just enjoy a drink in the sun.

Off season: Tue-Fri 11:30-02:00, Sat Sun 13:00-02:00: Summer 13:00-02:00 dailyMains 200-310 kr

See

DBW's Botanical Gardens

Enter through the "Door of Love" to this picturesque garden of trees and ruins.

24hrsFree

Fenomenalen Science Centre

A children oriented theme park teaching natural sciences, technology and mathematics.

Thu Fri 12:00-16:00, Sat Sun 11:00-16:0070 kr per person

Eat

Gamla Masters

Traditional Swedish cuisine and bar menu classics. Open every night with a great "living room atmosphere".

18:00-02:00 dailyMains are 200-310 kr

Drink

Glassmagasinet

The largest ice cream parlour in Sweden with over 300 flavors. Also sells coffee and cannoli. If you do wish to sample any flavors, it costs 5 kr extra.

50 kr for a 1-scoop cone, 70 kr for 2-scoop, 80 kr for 3-scoop, 90 kr for 4-scoop, 20 kr per additional scoop

See

Gotlands Konstmuseum

Gotland Art Museum

A former art museum, now used as a gallery space with various temporary exhibits.

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See

Gotlands Museum

Museum of local history (Fornsalen), plus a science museum for children (Fenomenalen).

May–Sep: 10:00–18:00, Oct–Apr: 11:00–16:00May–Sep: 180 kr/adult, 140 kr/student. Oct-Apr: 130 kr/adult, 100 kr/student

Buy

Gotlandssmycken

A jewelry store selling locally made wares, many of which are created from fossils.

See

Klinten

Once the workers' quarter and now a popular spot to take in the view over the lower town, Klinten is an attractive maze of small, rose-covered homes.

free

Kneippbyn

A summer resort village containing a water park and an amusement park with some 40 attractions, including the original "Villa Villekulla"-building from the "Pippi Longstocking" movies.

12:00-17:00 during summer200-250 kr (Varies over the season)

Kotteland

A children's play land with ball pools, inflatables, trampolines, slides and laser tag.

10:00–18:00 daily100 kr per child

Drink

Kränku Te och Kaffe

A classical tea store offering some 100 different blends of tea and coffee, out of which some 30 are their own produces. They also sell mugs, kettles, and other tea related products. Kränku's own blends of tea can also be found in many grocery stores around the island.

During season: 10:00-22:00 daily; Off season: Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-16:00, Sun 12:00-16:00

Drink

Nunnan

A restaurant and pub which offer Greek and Gutnish cuisine. They have a nice outdoor seating area on the main square and often hosts live music concerts. They are located next to Bageriet and have the same owner, but attract a more mature clientele.

From 11:30 daily during summer; Sat Sun 18:00-24:00 during winter

Drink

Siesta Konditori & Café

A typical Swedish bakery-café with fresh made cakes, sandwiches and beverages. In the summer you can enjoy your coffee in the backyard of the café as well, just watch out for the ubiquitous jackdaws that will grab a piece of any unattended food and drink.

Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-16:00Coffee and sandwich 50 kr

Eat

Surfers

Sichuan cuisine, with several smaller tapas-like dishes. It is also a great place to lounge and enjoy a few drinks.

Wed-Sun 18:00-23:0090 kr per dish, you are likely to need at least two dishes to get a full meal

See

Visborg Castle Ruins

A major fortress built in the early 15th century. It was demolished by Danish forces in 1679 when it became clear that Gotland would fall into Swedish hands.

24hrsfree

Buy

Ödins Garveri

A tannery store specializing in products from the national symbol of Gotland - the lamb.

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City wall

Visby stadsmur, Ringmuren

Built during the 13th and 14th centuries, Visby's city wall stretches almost 3.5 km and stands 11 m high. Today, 36 towers and three main gates remain.

free

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