Here you will find tips on nice weekend cities in Sweden. Are you tired of sitting at home as the autumn darkness descends? Why not take the opportunity to discover a new city in Sweden?
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Exciting weekend cities in Sweden
Yesterday we told you about exciting Weekend cities in Europe. A trip to the continent is great, but sometimes a change of scenery at home is enough to make autumn more enjoyable. There are many interesting weekend cities in Sweden. Here are some tips!
1. Malmö
For those who like: Charming neighbourhoods, street art and museums
Malmö is a lively and exciting city, with great beaches, charming neighbourhoods, delicious street art and food from all over the world. You can hang out in the cosy Lilla Torg square, visit Malmöhus Castle or maybe check out the 'Disgusting Food Museum'. If you are so enamoured that you want to stay longer, you will find apartments for rent in Malmö here.
2. Borås
For those who like: Art, design and street art
Borås offers all kinds of art experiences in the form of street art, sculptures, art museums and art festivals. There is also a very interesting textile museum. Don't miss Borås Zoo or the beautiful nature areas in the city centre!
3. Västerås
For those who like: History, castles and open-air museums
Västerås is both a historic and a modern city on the northern shore of Lake Mälaren. You can discover the charming old Kyrkbacken, stroll along the Mälarpromenade or climb Djäkneberget. Interesting sights include Vallby Open Air Museum, Tidö Castle and Anundshög.
4. Stockholm
For those who like: Urban environment, boat trips and museums
The Swedish capital has a lot to offer in terms of culture, history, entertainment and experiences. You can cosy up in the Old Town, stroll around Djurgården or visit the Royal Palace. There are plenty of sightseeing tours - both on land and on water - as well as interesting museums, such as the Vasa Museum, Vrak and the Abba Museum.
5. Uddevalla
For those who like: West coast environment, nature and spa holidays
Uddevalla is often called "the heart of Bohuslän". Here you can stroll along the fantastic promenade, visit the interesting Bohuslän Museum or experience the charming old spa town of Gustafsberg. Around you will also find beautiful nature areas, such as Bokenäset.
6. Norrköping
For those who like: Industrial history, museums and cosy cafés
In Norrköping you can check out the industrial landscape, which offers a very special environment and some interesting museums. You can also discover the Knäppingsborg neighbourhood, which is filled with charming restaurants, cafés and shops. You can also make trips to Löfstad Castle, the Arkösund archipelago and Kolmården Zoo.
7. Helsingborg
For those who like: Cafés, castles and parks
Helsingborg is a lovely Scanian city that has a lot to offer. You can check out Kärnan, stroll around Gröningen and hang out in cosy cafés. There are also many exciting excursion destinations, such as Ramlösa Brunnspark, Sofiero Castle and Fredriksdal Museums and Gardens.
8. Gothenburg
For those who like: Restaurant visits, museums and gardens
Sweden's second largest city has a lot to offer. There are many great restaurants and exciting places to visit, such as Haga, Trädgårdsföreningen, the Botanical Garden and the Gothenburg Museum of Art. Or why not take a trip to Gunnebo Castle and Gardens?
9. squid
For those who like: History, castles and museums
Kalmar is a beautiful and historically interesting city. You won't want to miss visiting Kalmar Castle. It is also nice to stroll around Kvarnholmen, where you can admire the city gates and Kalmar Cathedral. Do not miss the Kalmar County Museum, which is very interesting.
10. Östersund
For those who like: Winter sports, nature and cafés
Östersund is a pleasant city, especially in winter. Here you can hang out in the cosy winter park, have a coffee at the Badhusparken café or eat at a cosy restaurant. Östersund is also close to the winter sports resort of Åre.
More tips for weekend cities in Sweden?
Have you visited any of these cities? If so, which one is your favourite? Do you have even more tips for wonderful and exciting weekend cities in Sweden?
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Anki says:
Nice that my city, Norrköping is on your list 🙂 A city that is now much nicer than when I grew up and the industries in the centre were still running.
12 October 2022 - 7:51
Helena says:
The industrial landscape is really nice now! But can understand that it was different in the past.
12 October 2022 - 15:14
Snows says:
I have visited Malmö, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Helsingborg and Kalmar. If you visit Malmö, I think you should make a detour to Lund, which is a nice city. I myself would love to go to Visby one weekend but it will have to be during the summer months.
12 October 2022 - 10:58
Helena says:
Glad you recommend Lund which is my (Helena's) childhood town! 🙂 Visby we are also hungry for spring!
12 October 2022 - 15:15
BP says:
There is something for all tastes in our country. Fantastic pictures by the way:-)
12 October 2022 - 17:23
Ditte says:
I think that many cities qualify for the list. Have visited the cities you have included and would like to add Karlskrona, Visby (like some other slightly seasonal) Uppsala and Karlstad. To the north also Härnösand.
Of the cities you have included, all have their charm, but of course I choose Stockholm.
12 October 2022 - 17:45