Västerås Thrills on a Budget: 3 Day Guide

Discovered Västerås: more than meets the wallet.

21 June 2023

Västerås is a charming city in Sweden, perfect to explore on a limited budget. Start your day with a walk through the city center and visit the local farmers' market for some delicious and affordable food. Spend your afternoons exploring the beautiful parks and lakes in the surrounding area, or visit the local museums and art galleries for free cultural experiences.

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Day 1

Västerås Welcome!

  • Check into the budget-friendly Klipper Hotel
  • Head to the beautiful Västerås Castle, dating back to the 13th century
  • Explore the magnificent Västerås Cathedral, with its stunning stained glass windows and impressive domed ceiling
  • Stroll along the picturesque harbourfront and enjoy the peaceful surroundings
  • Dine at Café Gränden for delicious Swedish cuisine with a view of the cathedral
Day 2

Culture and History

  • Visit the unique Anundshög Viking burial ground, one of the largest in Sweden
  • See some of the city's modern art at the Turbine House exhibition hall
  • Explore the Västerås City Museum and discover the area's fascinating history
  • Check out the open-air Skultuna Brassworks Museum, showcasing metalwork from the 17th century
  • Indulge in some traditional Swedish fika (coffee and cake) at Café Cappuccino
Day 3

Nature and Relaxation

  • Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the Västerås Botanical Garden, with its diverse range of flora and fauna
  • Take a leisurely stroll through the idyllic Engsö Castle Park, with its beautiful manor house and gardens
  • Visit the Mälardrottningen Yacht Hotel for a unique stay aboard a refurbished 73-meter luxury yacht
  • Enjoy a relaxing picnic by the peaceful Lake Mälaren, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside
  • Dine at the cosy and stylish Hälla Restaurant, offering delicious Swedish dishes with a contemporary twist

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How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Västerås by plane is to fly into Stockholm Arlanda Airport and then take a train or bus to Västerås. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Car

The best way to get to Västerås by car is to take the E18 highway from Stockholm. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Train

There is a direct train from Stockholm to Västerås. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. You can take the train from Stockholm Central station.

Boat

There are no direct routes to Västerås by boat, but you can take a ferry from Helsinki, Finland to Stockholm and then take a train or bus to Västerås. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes by ferry and another 1 hour and 15 minutes to Västerås.

Bus

The best way to get to Västerås by bus is to take the Flygbussarna bus from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Västerås. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. You can also take the local bus from Eskilstuna or Uppsala.

Destination

Västerås

Welcome to the land of Ikea, meatballs, and Västerås - a city filled with charming cobblestone streets, quaint cafes, and more blondes than you can shake a snow-covered birch tree at.

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