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The Ark at Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve, Blekinge
Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve in the Blekinge archipelago offers a variety of accommodations – from a hotel to cabins and glamping tents. Their latest addition, The Ark, opens in spring 2024.
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21 new reasons to visit Sweden in 2024

There are plenty of reasons to visit Sweden in 2024. New attractions and hotels are opening all over the country, anniversaries and celebrations follow each other and prominent museums are reopening with a bang.

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Sala Silver Mine, Västmanland

Book a tour deep in to the mine together with a guide and learn more about Sala Silver Mine's significance for Sweden.

Photo: Rapp Foto

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A person with a flashlight walks in an underground passage in Sala Silver Mine.

Sala Silver Mine, Västmanland

Photo: Rapp Foto

A group of people with 3D glasses sit in chairs and watch the screen in the Wisdome Stockholm.

Wisdome Stockholm, The National Museum of Science and Technology

Photo: Anna Gerdén/Tekniska museet

A living room with a beige sofa with colourful cushions at the back and a yellow chaise longue in the centre of the room. To the right of the chaise longue is a large green floor plant. The sheer white curtains let in natural light.

Svenskt Tenn

Photo: Svenskt Tenn

The Waterloo exhibition at Abba The Museum in Stockholm.

ABBA The Museum, Stockholm

Photo: Jenny Freijing/TTV Media/ABBA The Museum

The exterior of the Norrlandsoperan in Umeå.

Norrlandsoperan, Umeå

Photo: Malin Grönborg/Visit Umeå

"Bergman center" is written on a gray building connected to a white building.

Bergman Center, Fårö

Photo: Jerker Andersson/imagebank.sweden.se

Anniversaries

Sala city 400 years

15 April marks the anniversary of the day Sala in Västmanland county was granted city privileges 400 years ago. However, the celebrations will last all year, from art exhibitions to music events. The city’s main attraction, Sala Silver Mine, played a crucial role in Sala receiving its city status and also has many exciting activities planned.

The National Museum of Science and Technology 100 years

The National Museum of Science and Technology (Tekniska Museet) kicked off its centenary celebrations in December with the inauguration of the new Wisdome Stockholm. In this spherical dome, you can explore the galaxy in 3D and 360°. Numerous small and large events will also be held throughout the year.

Svenskt Tenn 100 years

A century has passed since Estrid Ericson founded Svenskt Tenn in 1924. Today, it is considered one of Sweden’s most prominent interior brands thanks to its timeless accessories, high-quality furniture and Josef Frank prints. The jubilee has already started with a new collection of products adorned with a slightly updated version of the iconic Stockholm print.

ABBA's "Waterloo" win 50 years

On 6 April 1974, ABBA performed at the Eurovision Song Contest in Brighton with their song “Waterloo”. The victory marked the outset of the Swedish pop group's journey towards achieving iconic status as pop stars. At the ABBA The Museum in Stockholm, you can see the original costumes and experience an updated version of the Waterloo exhibition.

Norrlandsoperan 50 years

The world’s northernmost opera house celebrates half a century. Since its opening in 1974, Norrlandsoperan in Umeå has transformed from an individual opera ensemble to an innovative centre for performing arts with four stages. The anniversary is being celebrated with, among other things, a dance production of the classic A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

The Bergman Week 20 years

Legendary Swedish film director and writer Ingmar Bergman has been celebrated with The Bergman Week on the small island of Fårö, just outside Gotland, since 2004. The anniversary is marked with the theme ‘Cirkus Bergman – 20 years of light and darkness’ on 24-28 June.

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The Ark at Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve, Blekinge

Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve in the Blekinge archipelago offers a variety of accommodations – from a hotel to cabins and glamping tents. Their latest addition, The Ark, opens in spring 2024.

Photo: Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve

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A rendered image of Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve's new hotel building Arken.

The Ark at Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve, Blekinge

Photo: Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve

Hotel room at Villa Dahlia. The room has light-coloured walls, a double bed, a dark small table and two white seat pads.

Villa Dahlia, Stockholm

Photo: Villa Dahlia

Exterior of the Hernö Gin Hotel. The building is several floors high and hasfloor-to-ceiling glass windows.

Hernö Gin Hotel, Härnösand

Photo: Nordic Hotels & Resorts

Hotels

The Ark, Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve, Blekinge

This spring, spectacular wildlife park Eriksberg expands its hotel offering with a new distinctive building. The Ark is reminiscent of a ship and allows guests to get closer to the animals, with some of the 23 rooms featuring glass floors overlooking a feeding spot.

Villa Dahlia, Stockholm

Renowned Hotel Diplomat and Villa Dagmar in Stockholm will get a sister hotel in early autumn. Guests of Villa Dahlia can expect a centrally located boutique hotel with an ambience of 1920s Milan. The relaxed elegance and Italian interior design permeate all 103 hotel rooms, restaurant, cocktail bar and private spa.

Hernö Gin Hotel, Härnösand

Hernö Gin, the award-winning distillery from northern Sweden, expands its empire further in December with the opening of Hernö Gin Hotel. The concept hotel will include several bars and 120 rooms, spanning nine floors by the Bothnian Sea.

For more hotel openings 2024, see our article New and trendy hotels.

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The electric ferry Candela

The Candela P-12 Shuttle is an electric ferry that will start operating between Ekerö and Stockholm city centre in 2024. The electric ferry offers faster commuting than car traffic during rush hour and is more energy efficient than diesel boats.

Photo: Candela

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The white and black ferry Candela P-12 Shuttle travels on the water in the archipelago.

The electric ferry Candela

Photo: Candela

A long pier leads out to two saunas with large windows. In the water underneath, people are bathing.

New cold bath house in Landskrona

Photo: Landskrona stad

A woman walks on cliffs along the waterfront in the Stockholm archipelago.

Hiking in Stockholm archipelago

Photo: Henrik Trygg/Stockholm Archipelago

Nature experiences

Flying ferry to the Stockholm suburbs

This summer, the world’s fastest and most energy-efficient electrical boat will reduce the travel time from central Stockholm to the island of Ekerö (commuter ferry line 89) from 55 to 25 minutes. The Candela P-12 Shuttle has hydrofoils that allow the ship to lift itself above the water and go faster than traditional buses and subways while offering beautiful water views. The lush island of Ekerö also offers some great sights for a day trip – from castles to cafés.

New cold bath house, Landskrona

The Swedish cold bathing tradition is as strong as ever, and this year, bathing enthusiasts can look forward to a new cold bath house in Skåne. Accessible via a 300-metre-long pier in central Landskrona, the cold bath house will offer two sauna sections with a connecting relaxation area, a sun deck and stunning views over the Öresund strait. The cold bath is expected to open in autumn.

Stockholm Archipelago Trail

This November, a new hiking trail will connect 19 islands in Sweden’s largest archipelago. Spanning from Arholma in the north to Landsort in the south, the Stockholm Archipelago Trail will be 270 kilometres long and accessible from public ferries. The trail highlights cultural and natural diversity while promoting responsible tourism. A digital platform will list all available services along the way.

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World of Volvo, Gothenburg

World of Volvo is a circular five-storey building where you will find exciting exhibitions and entertaining events.

Photo: World of Volvo

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A rendered image of what the circular five-storey 'World of Volvo' building will look like.

World of Volvo, Gothenburg

Photo: World of Volvo

An exhibition at a large room at ArkDes.

ArkDes, Stockholm

Photo: Åke E:son Lindman/ArkDes

A picture of Celsius' own thermometer at the Gustavianum museum.

Celsius' thermometer at Gustavianum, Uppsala

Photo: Mikael Wallerstedt/Uppsala Universitet

Museums

World of Volvo, Gothenburg

Volvo Cars and Volvo Group’s new universe revolves around interactive exhibitions and entertaining events. Situated in a circular five-storey building next to Liseberg amusement park, World of Volvo will replace the former Volvo Museum and aims to become a vibrant meeting place and new landmark in Gothenburg. The opening date is 14 April.

Swedish Railway Museum, Gävle

After nearly seven years of renovations, the Swedish Railway Museum (Järnvägsmuseet) will open this spring. Admire the collection of 300 well-preserved vehicles, including Prince August, the world’s oldest operable locomotive. Or travel back in time during a journey on one of their historical trains.

ArkDes, Stockholm

ArkDes – Sweden's National Centre for Architecture and Design – has undergone a year-long reconstruction. When it re-opens on 14 June, the museum’s hidden cultural treasure of four million objects is promised to be unveiled. And the yearly Gingerbread House Exhibition that had to be cancelled last winter will return better than ever later this year.

Gustavianum, Uppsala

History nerds should plan a trip to Uppsala this summer. After more than four years of renovations, Uppsala University’s oldest preserved building will open again in June. Gustavianum is a museum and house of treasure that showcases everything from mummies and Viking helmets to Celsius’ very own thermometer.

Mjellby Art Museum, Halmstad

After extensive renovations, Mjellby Art Museum re-opens as an even more vital Nordic surrealism hub on 7 September. In addition to its impressive collection of 500 pieces by the internationally renowned Halmstad Group, the museum has expanded its treasury with the work of surreal artist Thea Ekström (1920-1988). Temporary exhibitions based on gender, norms, society and politics will also be available.

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Leksand Sommarland, Dalarna

Leksand Sommarland in Dalarna contains a water park and amusement park with fun adventure activities for the whole family.

Photo: Joakim Sundström/Leksand resort

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A child rides a zipline over the water park at Leksand Sommarland.

Leksand Sommarland, Dalarna

Photo: Joakim Sundström/Leksand resort

A man dressed as the character Lucky Luke has a lasso around a group of other costumed characters at High Chaparral in Småland.

High Chaparral, Småland

Photo: High Chaparral

Family fun

Leksand Sommarland, Dalarna

Leksand Sommarland celebrates 40 years by throwing an all-summer anniversary party featuring special events, activities and deals. With 46 attractions spread over a water park and an amusement park in combination with the neighbouring five-star campsite, Leksand Sommarland remains a firm family favourite destination by Lake Siljan in Sweden’s inland.

High Chaparral, Småland

Looking for adventure but worried about bad weather? Then High Chaparral, in southern Sweden, is your answer. The Wild West theme park offers train robberies, paddle steamers, panning for gold and breathtaking shows. During the summer of 2024, it also includes a rain guarantee, allowing guests to return another day if it rains more than 10 millimetres.

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Tegellådan, Stockholm

Tegellådan opens in Stockholm in March and will include a brewery, a tap room and a restaurant serving streetfood.

Photo: Björn Terring

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A square table filled with colourful streetfood in different baskets and on plates, as well as glasses of beer and wine.

Tegellådan, Stockholm

Photo: Björn Terring

The exterior of Feskekörka, with a large glass window above the entrance. Some people are sitting on the terrace outside the building.

Feskekôrka, Gothenburg

Photo: Tina Stafrén/Göteborg & Co

Food and drink

Tegellådan, Stockholm

The former boiler room Gasverket in Stockholm buzzes with life again as Tegellådan opens a combined restaurant, brewery and tap room in the ancient venue this March. The initiative is made by the popular restaurant Lådan and is already the talk of the town.

Want to know more about the restaurants opening in Stockholm in 2024? Have a look at New and trendy restaurants in Stockholm.

Feskekôrka, Gothenburg

Gothenburg’s iconic seafood Mecca reopens this spring after four years of renovation. Feskekôrka (translated as ‘The Fish Church’) dates back to 1874 and got its name as the building resembled a church. With several fish counters and restaurants, this is the place to savour freshly caught seafood from Sweden’s west coast.

Curious to try some of the new restaurants opening in Gothenburg in 2024? Have a look at News restaurants in Gothenburg.