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Private Walking Tour of Visby with Cathedral and Gardens

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Sweden
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

On the Swedish island of Gotland, Visby has evolved from a viking settlement to a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing its medieval architecture and ruins. Explore the island’s history, particularly its 12th to 14th-century status as the center of the Hanseatic League, on this walking tour. You’ll join a local for a stroll through Visby, passing by its popular sites and hearing stories about the vikings that once ruled here.
  • A fun, low-impact tour for history buffs
  • Great for first-time visitors of Visby
  • Pass by DBW's Botanical Garden, featuring century-old trees
  • Learn about the 12th-century St. Karin Cathedral ruins

What's Included

  • Local Professional Guide

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Visby Cathedral
      Västra Kyrkogatan 2, 621 56 Visby, Sweden

      Meet your guide at the main entrance of Visby Cathedral, Västra Kyrkogatan 5, 621 56 Visby. Look for your guide holding a sign.

    End point

    • Visby Town Wall
      621 56 Visby, Sweden

    Itinerary

    1

    Visby Cathedral

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    Norderport (Northern Gate)

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    DBW's Botanical Garden

    25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    4

    Almedalen Park

    25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    Visby City Wall

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Near public transportation
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 12 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Wonderful tour

    John_S, Aug 2025
    Robert was a wonderful guide. His love of Visby, his local knowledge and his flexibility on the itinerary made the tour fantastic!

    Robert was a Great guide

    Bill_M, Jun 2025
    Robert was an excellent guide and gave us a very interesting experience and was very generous with his time.

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    We're thrilled you enjoyed your tour and appreciate you sharing your experience!

    Very nice tour!

    dls0725, Jun 2024
    Oliver was a wonderful guide. He was patient with us stopping to take so many photos. We got to see parts of the city we might not have seen like the botanical gardens. He took us to places for great views which were tucked out of the way. Thoroughly enjoyed.

    Response from Host, Aug 2024

    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your time with us.

    Fabulous Day in Visby

    Cheryl_B, Jun 2024
    Consuela was fabulous! Very informative and interesting. Much history in this city that was explained well

    Response from Host, Jun 2024

    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your time with us.

    Walking tour of Visby

    John_H, Apr 2024
    Simply Everything The link between our past, the present and the future. Informative host. Knowledgable

    Response from Host, Apr 2024

    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your time with us.

    Great tour of Visby

    gerard_l, Jun 2023
    The tour was wonderful the guide fabulous. She was knowledgeable and fun. She told a little tale about all the sights we saw

    Response from Host, Jul 2023

    We are very happy to hear about your experience. Guide says hi! Thank you for sharing and we will be waiting for you on the next tours.

    Fascinating medieval tour

    jonathan_f, Jun 2022
    Consu was a perfect guide with endless knowledge and enthusiasm for Visby. The city was quaint and beautiful and the history provided by Consu was pertinent and just the right amount of interesting. Highly recommended!

    Response from Host, Jun 2022

    We are very happy to hear about your experience. Guide says hi! Thank you for sharing and we will be waiting for you on the next tours.

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