Why people love visiting historic Gävle
Enjoy the area's museums, monuments and history and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Gävle. This city's canoeing, theme park and lake draw many visitors. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around Gävle
Do you want to find attractions to visit in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Gävle a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Furuvik Amusement Park and Zoo (6.6 mi / 10.7 km)
- Kungsberget Ski Resort (22.5 mi / 36.3 km)
- Hogbo Golf Club (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Parkbadet Aquatic Center (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
- Fjarran Hojderbadet (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Hemlingbybacken (1.9 mi / 3 km)
Exploring the natural features in Gävle
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Gävle is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Wij Gardens (20.8 mi / 33.4 km)
- Boulognerskogen Park (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
- Lillsjön (3.9 mi / 6.3 km)
- Limon (7.5 mi / 12.1 km)
- Sandsnäsbadet (22.8 mi / 36.7 km)
- Moose Park (24.7 mi / 39.8 km)
How to get to and around Gävle
Fly into Gavle (GVX-Sandviken), the closest airport, located 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Soderhamn (SOO), which is 41 mi (66 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, make your way to Gavle Central Station or Gavle (QYU-Gavle Train Station) and explore the city from there.