Activities in Skellefteå

Skellefteå offers a wide variety of activities, for every taste and for every one. There are things to do, things to see and attractions to experience. You can find activities for every day of the week, whether you like the great outdoors or rather stays inside. Explore attractions that are centuries old, enjoy exciting activities in natureand find lots of things to do right here in Skellefteå.

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NATURE ATTRACTIONS TO REMEMBER

If you're looking for fun things to do outside, you've come to the right place. Skellefteås surroundings are full of nature attractions and outdoor activities for every taste.

CULTURE, HISTORY & ART

Visit our top tourist attractions and sightseeing spots to experience our cultural heritage. People have lived here for thousands of years, and left traces of their lives behind.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

Skellefteå is packed full of activities for kids of all ages, so if you're looking for things to do with your kids you've come to the right place. For the family friendly vacation you just have to decide what type of kids activities you want to do, or maybe ask your kids what activities they want you to explore as a family.

22 Hiking trails

In our comprehensive hiking guide, we help you plan your hike in advance so you can dream about and plan your hiking adventure in advance. Welcome to Skellefteå's wonderful wildlife!

VACATION PACKAGES

We've collected the best vacation packages deals in Skellefteå so you can enjoy a vacation packed full of activities - without any planning yourself! No need for you to find a bunch of activities and figure out when to do what and how you will get around. We've already done that for you!

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Get help from our digital guides

Explore our collection of guides for you who want to discover all the wonderful things that Skellefteå has to offer. Here you will find comprehensive guides with everything you need to know about, for example, hiking, cycling or canoeing.

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Family friendly bathing

One of the best things about hot summer days is to take a cooling bath in a lake, in the sea, or simply anywhere outside that has water. We'll guide you to all bathing places in Skellefteå, whether they are managed by the municipality or an association.

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Cycle in Skellefteå

There is plenty to see and experience from the bicycle saddle. Skellefteå Bike Arena, which is Scandinavia's largest bicycle park, and Bygdsiljum Bike Park with downhill cycling are given tips to those who love speed and challenges. But there are also a lot of options for the trail and road cyclist with excursions around, for instance, Lövånger and Burträsk

Cycling guide

Enjoy Skellefteås coast & archipelago

Skellefteå municipality has the longest stretch of coast in the country and, because several rivers run into the sea, there are many natural small beaches and harbours along the shore. Which means many exciting places to visit.

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Freedom to roam

The Swedish freedom to roam is fantastic! It makes it possible for everyone to practice outdoor life and move freely and easily in nature, but it also places certain demands on those who visit it. Read more about the possibilities and obligations of the right of public access here.

SKELLEFTEÅ TOURIST CENTER

Whether you are on a temporary or long-term visit, paying a visit to your hometown or live in Skellefteå, you are welcome to visit us at the Skellefteå Tourist Center. There you will find brochures, buy tickets for events, local products and souvenirs and get inspiration for your stay.

Tourist Center

Shopping in Skellefteå

We are proud to have received the Årets Cityhandel award in 2017 and that our shopping centre Citykompaniet ranked as Sweden's 2nd best city shopping centre in 2018. It shows how much our stores care about you - their customer. It's also a sign that we can offer a wide range in products and the fact that many stores work with both ecological and social sustainability in their businesses.

THE CITY GIFT CARD

Congratulations Skellefteå, the place where the local gift card is the most sold throughout the country. It can be used at over 100 shops, cafes, restaurants, gyms and hotels in central Skellefteå. An appreciated gift that also contributes to a vibrant city centre.

CORONA SAFE OPTIONS

It has never been more important to support the local business community than it is now. There are many ways that you can shop safely and feel secure, and support your local stores at the same time. Our stores have adapted their services in many ways, see how you can support your favorite store in the link below.

UNIQUE SHOPS IN THE CITY

We're curious and want to feel more. Not just the products but also a connection to them. Welcome to our most unique shops in the city

SHOPPING

Which shops are where, when are the shops open and where can you park the car? You will find the answers, and much more wonderful shopping inspiration on our detailed shopping page.

Shopping

Get inspired by Skellfeteå

For those of you who are curious about what an experience can look like, we have described several of them, and new articles are coming all the time. A warm welcome to our inspiration pages where we highlight experiences and people within Skellefteå.

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Island life in the Bothnian archipelago

It is easy to make yourself comfortable in the house beneath the second highest lighthouse in Sweden. One afternoon it turns out that one of the island’s resident summer guests is going up into the lighthouse to show friends and family the view.

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Kayaking in Kåge bay

The route there has not yet been determined but we paddle out from the harbor, a bit upstream in the Kåge River which meets the sea in a delicious delta, before we turn out into the sea again and head towards Bastuholmen.

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Robert Ungh explores Skellefteå from his bike

I don't even think that the people of Skellefteå themselves have been aware of how good cycling is on Vitberget until now. Thanks to our new bicycle park and a growing grassroots movement, Skellefteå is finally developing into the bicycle mecca it deserves!

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Fun attractions in Skellefteå

Whether you're planning your vacation or is busy spending it you might want to know what things you can do in Skellefteå. Well, unfortunately we don't have a short answer to you because we have so much activities to offer! There a are tons of things you can do while visiting Skellefteå with your family and friends, no matter if it's spring, summer, autumn or winter.

To make it easier for you to see what activities are available for your stay we've categorized everything. So, if you're into culture you can see all cultural attractions gathered on one page! Or, if you're travelling with your family, we've selected all kid friendly activities into one page. We hope this helps you find what speaks to you!

Here in Skellefteå, the seasons change quite a bit. Our summer days (and nights) are long and bright, whilte our winter days are short and dark (but super cozy). So the things to do in either season changes a lot. But don't worry, we want to show you the best activities of the next main season ahead, but if you're planning further into the future you can always find attractions for all the seasons on our page. And if you don't find what you're looking for you can always contact our Visiting Center.