Visby Sweden
Country: Sweden · Region: Baltic
Visby is a remarkably well-preserved medieval city on Sweden's largest island, Gotland, featuring a UNESCO World Heritage old town encircled by a 3.5 km city wall with 36 towers. The charming port city is known for its roses, medieval church ruins, and vibrant summer atmosphere.
Top sights
City wall, Visby Cathedral, Visborg Castle Ruins, DBW's Botanical Gardens, Church ruins (St. Clemens, St. Katarina, St. Lars), Klinten viewpoint
Things to do
- City wall
- Built during the 13th-14th centuries, stretches almost 3.5 km with 36 towers and three main gates remaining; free to visit.
- Visby Cathedral
- St. Maria church built in the early 13th century, a major landmark in the old city.
- Visborg Castle Ruins
- A major fortress built in the early 15th century and demolished by Danish forces in 1679; free to visit 24 hours.
- Kneippbyn
- Summer resort village 3 km south of central Visby featuring a water park, amusement park with 40 attractions, and the original Villa Villekulla from Pippi Longstocking movies.
Where to eat
- Bakfickan
- Seafood restaurant on Stora Torget open Mon-Fri 11:00-22:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-22:00 with mains 150-265 kr.
- Bolaget
- French cuisine and barbeque on the sunniest spot of Stora Torget with mains 200-310 kr.
Bars and nightlife
- Bageriet
- Day-time tapas bar and night-time pub on Stora Torget open 11:00-02:00 daily with outdoor summer seating; open year-round.
Forecast for Visby
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Weather in Visby by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F | 30°F | 2.3 in | 13 |
| February | 38°F | 30°F | 1.8 in | 10 |
| March | 42°F | 31°F | 1.8 in | 10 |
| April | 49°F | 36°F | 1.1 in | 8 |
| May | 60°F | 44°F | 1.3 in | 7 |
| June | 69°F | 53°F | 1.8 in | 8 |
| July | 70°F | 57°F | 2.4 in | 11 |
| August | 70°F | 57°F | 2.4 in | 11 |
| September | 63°F | 52°F | 2.1 in | 10 |
| October | 53°F | 45°F | 3.0 in | 12 |
| November | 44°F | 38°F | 2.3 in | 12 |
| December | 39°F | 33°F | 2.1 in | 12 |
Getting around
The inner old town is small enough to cover on foot, while bicycles are ideal for exploring outside the walls; bus lines connect to the rest of the island.
What to eat
Visby offers numerous restaurants especially in summer with local specialties like seafood, Swedish cuisine, and the local Gotlandsdricke beer; popular spots include Bakfickan for seafood and Gamla Masters for traditional Swedish food.
Tips
Visit during mid-June to mid-August for the liveliest atmosphere and all attractions open, though expect crowds; note that many restaurants and shops reduce hours significantly outside summer months.
Best for
Medieval history, UNESCO heritage, roses
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