Norrbottens Museum
If you’ve just arrived in Luleå and want to get an overview of the region’s history and culture, the best…
British journalist Steve Vickers has researched and written more than 15 guidebooks across Europe and Asia. He’s written about Scandinavia for Rough Guides, The Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian and many more, and has spent the past 12 years exploring Scandinavia in search of the perfect cinnamon bun. He’s married to a Swede (an actual Swedish person, not a root vegetable) and he speaks Swedish with an English accent.
If you’ve just arrived in Luleå and want to get an overview of the region’s history and culture, the best…
Follow the Lule River northwest from the city centre and after 9km or so you’ll reach Gammelstaden – the original…
Down by the harbour and just a short walk from Luleå’s main shopping area, Kulturens Hus is a beacon of…
Luleå’s cathedral (Domkyrkan) is a relatively new construction, having risen from the ashes of the vicious 1887 fire that destroyed…
Pounding Gothenburg’s pavements can be thirsty work but there are some awesome bars around town waiting to welcome you in…
Smart and comfortable
695–1190 SEK | Our score: 8/10
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The best hostel for miles around
395–1085 SEK | Our score: 9/10
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Good budget choice
800 SEK | Our score: 8/10
Abisko’s cheapest sleeps
250–500 SEK | Our score: 7/10
Although there’s a whole host of things to keep tourists busy around Abisko, one activity creates more of a buzz…
