Try the simple life in Skellefteå and Swedish Lapland

Do you want to try the simple life instead of just reading about it? Instead of gazing at the inviting photos, do you want to taste our local products or cycle in our amazing bike park? Then we suggest you contact the Tourist Center and we will help you plan your stay.

Direct flights from Stockholm and Gothenburg*

From Stockholm, you can fly directly to Skellefteå in 1 hour. Skellefteå airport is 15 minutes from the city center. There are airport buses, taxis, and several car rental companies on-site at the airport. SAS flies the route regularly. * During the summer, BRA Flyg also flies from Bromma and from Landvetter in Gothenburg.

Train via Stockholm Central

By train from Stockholm, you either disembark at Umeå and then travel by bus to Skellefteå, or connect to a train to Bastuträsk or Jörn. From these stations, the easiest way to get to the city is by bus or taxi. From 1 April 2022, Stockholm trains will run directly to Skellefteå central station.

A city center hotel or rural hideaway?

In Skellefteå, there is a large variety of accommodation options. In central Skellefteå there are a handful of hotels, a couple of hostels, and a campsite. If you would rather stay near the coast, by a rushing river, or in the wild forest, we have other unique accommodation options for you.

Unique accommodation in Skellefteå

City center accommodation

Get help to plan your stay

The Skellefteå Tourist Center is part of Visit Skellefteå - we can help you organize a tailored visit to Skellefteå based on your needs and wishes.

Discover the rest of Skellefteå

Our website, visitskelleftea.se, is full of inspiring reading and tips on recommended experiences, restaurants to visit, and places to stay.