Best Things to do in Örebro, Sweden
Are you hoping to find some of the best things to do in Örebro, a great, day trip from Stockholm, Sweden? See what my family and I did during our stay in this quaint Swedish town one spring!
We love camping, and one Easter vacation, we decided to go abroad to southern Sweden for a fun-filled, family trip to Örebro, Sweden. Wanting to find a quiet and picturesque town in southern Sweden that wasn’t too far from Stockholm was our main goal. We also wanted to find a campground that was near a city like this but also have a lot of fun activities for families. We found all we were looking for in Örebro, Sweden.
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Travelling for Easter break can always be a challenge since it is hard to predict the weather. However, we were very surprised by the good weather in Örebro during our trip. Though we had light coats on during our stay there, we were happy that one of the best indoor water parks in all of Sweden was located in Örebro. That made it a perfect location for us to stay for a few days, since that made it a safe place to relax knowing that some great, indoor fun was right at our doorstep.
After spending some time in Örebro, however, we realized that it was one of the best places we could have stayed during our trip. Not only did we feel extremely safe and comfortable in the town, we also had some great experiences as a family on our day out exploring.
Here are my recommendations for some fun things to do on your next trip to Örebro, Sweden!
1) Visit Örebro Castle in Örebro, Sweden
The very charming Örebro Castle in Örebro, Sweden dates back to the medieval times. In fact, it was built in the 1300s! Almost on its own little island, the Örebro Castle has only one main entrance and exit since it is nearly completely surrounded by water. You really get the feeling of walking back in time when you walk through the entrance of this amazing castle.
There is a lot of Swedish history associated with this castle, and it is one of the best preserved castles of its kind in Sweden. Those interested in castles will find it quite interesting if you book a guided tour.
We loved it for allowing us to use our imaginations. With fun dress-up clothes and areas created with kids’ in mind, the Örebro Castle really did a good job of entertaining our kids. Check out the Children’s Castle if you are going to the part of Sweden with kids for a fun experience.
Getting in Touch with the Örebro Castle
Address: Kansligatan 1, 703 61 Örebro, Sweden
Telephone: +46 19 21 21 21
Website: https://www.orebroslott.se/en/
Email: info@orebroslott.se
Tip for visiting the Örebro Castle: Örebro Castle hours may vary, so it is best to book a guided tour. Click HERE to learn more.
2) Experience History at Wadköping Open Air Museum
The best place in Örebro that really had something for everyone was the Wadköping Open-Air Museum. We went hoping to find a truly unique experience for families in Sweden, and we got it! My boys were 9 and 6 at the time, and we found enough to entertain them as well as catch the interest of us parents.
Visit Kungsstugan, Örebro’s Oldest Building
The area of Wadköping dates back to the medieval times, when it was a town settlement. Though most of the buildings you find there are not that old, it does contain a truly unique place in Sweden. Originating from the 15 hundreds, the mayor’s house is a wooden home with farm. This “Kungsstugan” is actually Örebro’s oldest building.
It is said that a duke visited his cottage during the late 1500s. This duke later became King Charles IX of Sweden! Look for the sign above the door which reads, “pax intransibus salus exentibus”, which means “peas to those who enter, prosperity to those who leave”.
Some say that Wadköping is much like Skasen Open-Air Museum in Stockholm. If you are looking for more fun ideas for a side trip to Stockholm, check out my suggestions HERE.
Walk Through Historical Moments at Wadköping
Learn about the school history of Örebro, Sweden at the Handsmakaregaarden (School House) at Wadköping by walking into a classroom.
You can also visit Cajsa Warg’s Pantry, which is the childhood home of the famous, Swedish cookbook author Cajsa Warg from the middle 1700s. Learn about the food of the time in this neat exhibit! You may also get to see a historical show in the small, outdoor amphitheater. There are many more smaller exhibits to see during your visit to Wadköping in Örebro, Sweden.
Play at the “Lekladan” Playhouse and Spelgaarden
One place this is an absolute “MUST” thing to do in Örebro, Sweden is to play at the Lekladan at Wadköping. This area of the Wadköping is filled with hands-on activities for kids.
Children can stretch their imaginations by dressing up in traditional clothes while they ride their stick horse to the old merchant’s store. There, they can either work as the merchant or shop for food. They can also help with the play animals in this fun area of Wadköping.
Check out the fun playgrounds at Junibacken in Stockholm, Sweden, Learn more HERE!
Satisfy your Sweet Tooth at the Handelsbod Old Town Store
If you have a sweet tooth, you will be happy when you visit the Handelsbod Old Town Store at Wadköping. Here you will find candies and sweets from the olden days, as well as many other unique items. They have specialty foods, drinks and old-fashioned knick-knacks. This is also the perfect spot to get a coffee or hot chocolate!
Find some unique souvenirs here when visiting Örebro, Sweden! Follow them on Facebook to learn more HERE.
Eat a Traditional Swedish Lunch at the Gamla Örebro Café
Open for lunch, the Gamla Örebro Café serves Swedish specialties in a gourmet style. You can get Swedish pancakes with lingonberries, fish and meat dishes or even a vegan meal. Choose to sit inside this elegant café or eat out on the patio. If you are the type of person who enjoys eating what the locals eat, you will be doing that in style at the Gamla Örebro Café!
Getting in Touch with Gamla Örebro Café
Address: Localed in Wadköping (Bertil Waldens Gata 14, 702 15 Örebro, Sweden)
Telephone: +46 (0)70 30 08 540
Website: https://gamlaorebro.se/
Email: info@gamlaorebro.se
Shop for Specialty Items it the Wadköping Historic Village
We were very pleased with the variety of shops at Wadköping in Örebro, Sweden. Year round, visitors can find anything from children’s and adult’s clothes to shoes, knick-knacks or even skincare products and jewelry. We were particularly interested in the specialty foods, ceramic and items for the home that they had there.
If you are visiting Wadköping during December, you can check out the Christmas market as well!
Getting in Touch with Wadköping
Address: Bertil Waldens Gata 1, 702 15 Örebro, Sweden
Telephone: +46 19 21 62 20
Website: https://extra.orebro.se/wadkoping.4.6dd1f9011538e4a54e2145.html
Email: wadkoping@orebro.se
- Spelgaarden
- Karta Äggjakt (Egg Hunt Map)
3) Splash at the Lost City Indoor Water Park
One of the big reasons we went to Örebro, Sweden was to swim at the Lost City! Not only is the Lost City one of the best places to spend as a family in Örebro, it is also one of the largest, indoor water parks in Scandinavia. Learn more about the Lost City, which is part of Gustavsvik Camping HERE.
Do you love water parks? Check out the largest waterpark in Scandinavia HERE!
4) Play at the Stadsparken Lekplats
Along the walking path that leads from Wadköping to the Örebro Castle, you will find the Stadsparken Lekplats. This great playground has a large playground with plenty of places to climb and slide. There are other side toys like teeter tooters and spinning wheels. With a beautiful view of the river, this is a great place to take break or have a picnic in Örebro, Sweden.
5) Take a Stroll along the Svartån Näke (River) on the Örebro Östra Path
If you are looking to get some exercise on your trip to Örebro, you can take a walk or bike ride on the Örebro Östra path. This scenic path is 4 ½ miles (or 7.2km) along the Svartån River. If you are traveling to Sweden with a dog, you might find that this is the perfect path for your furry friend to get some fresh air and exercise. Learn more HERE.
Where to Stay in Örebro, Sweden
For us, camping in Örebro, Sweden was the best choice. Not only did we find an amazing campground with so many things to do for families, but we were also in walking distance to the Lost City water park and very close to the town of Örebro. If you are traveling with children and/or pets, this is a great place to stay. Learn more HERE.
Looking for a hotel in Örebro, Sweden, look for the best place that will fit you and your family HERE. This is a great place to stay if you are hoping to be within 2 hours from Stockholm, Sweden but want the chance to experience another of Sweden’s wonderful towns.
Final Thoughts about Örebro, Sweden
Örebro is a great town to visit and well worth the trip if you want a relaxing day trip from Stockholm. The Swedish history that you will experience in this town is not like any you will experience in other places! We found it to be very peaceful and picturesque.
It was a great place to stay as a family when visiting southern Sweden, and we absolutely loved camping there. We would recommend other families to visit Örebro and even make it the place you stay on your trip to Sweden.
What are great places for families in Denmark? Check them out HERE!
Getting to Örebro, Sweden
From Stockholm, you will drive almost due west for 194 km, which will take a little over 2 hours by car. Since we live in Denmark, we took the ferry from Aarhus, Denmark to Gothenburg (Göteborg), Sweden and drove 4 hours to Örebro.
Regional trains also travel from Stockholm to Örebro. This is just a little under 2 hours. You can also take a bus from Stockholm, but this will be a bit longer of a trip and will take just under 3 hours. However, Örebro is a great town to visit and well worth the trip if you want a relaxing day trip from Stockholm.
Have you stayed in Örebro, Sweden? If so, what is your favorite thing to do there? If not, what are you looking forward to doing on your visit?
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