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View point of Visby, Gotland
View point of Visby, Gotland

Discover Visby, Sweden

Medieval Walls. Botanical Gardens.

Visby will amaze you with its architecture and Northern European charm as you explore the island of Gotland. The Town Wall is the best-preserved medieval fortification in Scandinavia and was built between the 13th and 14th centuries. Stop by the Botanical Gardens to see one of the reasons why Visby is nicknamed “City of Roses.” The beautiful Almedalen park is a relaxing place to spend some time before heading over to the city’s main square, Stora Torget, where cafés and cobblestone streets will give you a taste of the local life.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Visby

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Medieval alley in the historic Hanse town Visby, Sweden. The gunpowder tower of Visby ring wall, a Unesco World Heritage site, is visible in the background. Walk along the charming cobblestone streets.
Old church in Visby, Gotland, sweden Get Medieval at the ruins of St. Catherine's church.
Old fishing village with wooden houses on Fårö island, Sweden. Sit along the majestic shoreline on the Baltic Sea.
Geraniums decorating the balcony. View over the old town of Visby (Gotland, Sweden). Stop and smell some of the flowers that give this city the nickname "City of Roses."
Medieval alley in the historic Hanse town Visby during summer in Sweden. Stroll along the beautiful flower-lined medieval streets.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Sweden, Gotland Island, Visby, 12th century city wall, most complete medieval city wall in Europe

Famous For

The Visby Wall is the best-preserved example of Medieval architecture in Scandinavia.

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Exquisite Flavours

Visby''s saffranspannkaka, a saffron pancake with red berries and cream, is a must-have sweet. Local lamb dishes, renowned for their succulence and flavour, are sure to leave their mark. 

ruins of St. Karin Cathedral church in visby sweden

Fun Facts

The ruins of the Church of St. Catherine are used as an ice-skating rink during the winter.

Port Name & Location

Port of Visby- Sweden

Ship will DOCK or ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port.

Language

Visby's official language is Swedish.

Time Zone

Central European Summer Time/UTC/GMT +2 hours

Currency & Shopping

The local currency is the Krona.

Featured Visby Itineraries

Learn More about Visby

Read more on our official travel blog.

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