Top Attractions in Visby

Visby Essentials

Visby is a UNESCO World Heritage site defined by its exceptionally preserved 13th-century limestone wall, which stretches nearly 3.5 kilometers around the medieval town center. This collection features the city's architectural highlights, including the 12th-century Visby Cathedral and evocative church ruins like St. Katarina and St. Nicolai. Beyond the fortifications, explore the exotic plant collections of the DBW's Botanical Garden, the narrow cobblestone streets of the Klinten quarter, and natural landmarks such as the Högklint sea cliffs and Lummelunda Cave.

Visby Essentials — Map

Helen Simonsson / CC BY-SA 3.0

A

Hanseatic Town of Visby

Well-preserved medieval town and UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring a historic city wall and inner town area. It served as a central trading hub within the Hanseatic League and is characterized by its significant medieval architecture.

Artifex / CC BY-SA 3.0

B

City Wall of Visby

Visby City Wall is a medieval defensive wall surrounding the Swedish town of Visby on the island of Gotland.

Beckstet / CC BY-SA 3.0

C

Visby Cathedral

Visby Cathedral, formally Visby Saint Mary's Cathedral, is a cathedral within the Church of Sweden, seat of the Bishop of Visby.

Esquilo / CC BY-SA 3.0

D

St. Katarina Ruins

Listed as UNESCO heritage, these medieval church ruins are symbol of the glorious history of the city.

Shippmeansen / Public domain

E

Kneippbyn

Varied theme park with more than 50 attraction to entertain people of all ages. Highlight: Pippi Villekulla house.

Kigsz / CC BY-SA 4.0

F

Lummelunda Cave

The Lummelunda Cave is located in a nature reserve at Lummelunda north of Visby on Gotland, Sweden.

Helen Simonsson / CC BY-SA 3.0

G

DBW's Botanical Garden

Historic botanical garden established in 1855 by the society Sällskapet DBW. It features a unique microclimate for exotic plants and contains medieval ruins alongside diverse plant collections.

Arkland / CC BY-SA 4.0

H

St. Nicolai Ruin

Another major ruin listed by UNESCO which history reaches back to the 12th century. Having a great acoustics, it hosts numerous concerts.

Aandy s / CC BY-SA 4.0

I

Stora torget

A central medieval square established in the 14th century. It serves as the primary hub of the old town and is bordered by seasonal market stalls, restaurants, and the Saint Katarina church ruins.

J

Kruttornet

The oldest tower in the Visby City Wall, dating back to the mid-12th century. Originally built as a detached defensive tower to protect the harbor, it later functioned as a gunpowder store.

K

Högklint

One of Gotland’s highest sea cliffs, located south of Visby. The nature reserve features steep limestone precipices and panoramic views of the Baltic Sea and the city skyline.

L

Klinten

These charming narrow streets and tiny houses once belonged to the worker's quarter. Just wander around and enjoy its peaceful atmosphere.

Other Lists