3-Day Cultural and Nature Exploration in Linköping, Sweden

Day 1: Historic City Exploration

Linköping, Sweden on May 12, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Harrys Linköping

Start your day with a hearty Swedish breakfast featuring fresh pastries, eggs, and strong coffee at Harrys in the city centre, open from 7am to 10am on weekdays.
SEK120, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Domkyrkan (Linköping Cathedral)

Explore this beautiful Gothic cathedral dating back to the 12th century, an architectural and historic landmark in Linköping’s old town, open to visitors 9am to 5pm daily.
SEK0, 1h0m

10:45am

Walk through Gamla Linköping Open-Air Museum

Experience Swedish history at this charming open-air museum showcasing traditional Swedish buildings and lifestyle, open from 10am to 5pm in summer.
SEK90, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Stångs Magasin

Enjoy a traditional Swedish lunch at this cozy riverside restaurant, known for fresh local ingredients and seasonal menus, open 11am to 3pm.
SEK150, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Linköping City Library

Discover modern architecture and a quiet atmosphere at the city library, ideal for a relaxing cultural break. Open until 6pm on weekdays.
SEK0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Coffee and Fika at Café Stallet

Experience the Swedish tradition of Fika with a coffee and cinnamon bun in this local café, open until 6pm.
SEK50, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Mjöldalen

Dine at this excellent restaurant offering contemporary Swedish cuisine with a focus on local produce. Open from 5pm to 10pm.
SEK300, 1h30m
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Day 2: Museum and Nature

Linköping, Sweden on May 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cupido Kaffebar & Bageri

Enjoy artisan coffee and fresh baked goods at this popular café, open from 7am to 2pm.
SEK100, 1h0m

9:30am

Flygvapenmuseum (Swedish Air Force Museum)

Explore Sweden's aviation history with impressive aircraft exhibits and interactive displays. Open 10am to 5pm.
SEK120, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Flygvapenmuseet

Grab a light meal at the museum’s café, serving sandwiches and salads with views of the airfield. Open during museum hours.
SEK100, 1h0m

1:30pm

Walk along Stångån River

Take a leisurely stroll along this scenic river path through the city’s green spaces, perfect for appreciating nature and local life.
SEK0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Trädgårdsföreningen (Botanical Gardens)

Relax in the beautiful 19th-century botanical garden featuring a variety of plants and seasonal blooms. Open from 9am to 7pm.
SEK0, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Restaurang Landet

Enjoy a farm-to-table dining experience focusing on Swedish ingredients with a warm, rustic atmosphere. Open 5pm to 10pm.
SEK320, 1h30m
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Day 3: Historic Locks and Local Cuisine

Linköping, Sweden on May 14, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Coffice

Relax with speciality coffee and a tasty breakfast in this cafe and coworking space, open from 8am to 3pm.
SEK110, 1h0m

10:00am

Excursion to Bergs Slussar (Berg Locks)

Visit these historic canal locks on the Göta Canal, perfect for learning about Swedish engineering and enjoying scenic views. Open from 9am to 6pm.
SEK50, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Bergs Slusscafé

Savour traditional Swedish dishes in a charming café overlooking the locks, open daily from 11am to 4pm.
SEK140, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Swedish Air Force Museum

If you missed it on Day 2 or want a second visit, spend some more time exploring planes and history here. Open 10am-5pm.
SEK120, 1h30m

4:00pm

Late afternoon walk in Tinnerö Eklandskap Nature Reserve

A beautiful nature reserve ideal for a peaceful walk among oak forests and meadows, great for birdwatching and tranquility.
SEK0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Mat & Destillat

End your trip with a fine dining experience offering innovative Swedish cuisine paired with local spirits. Open 5pm to 11pm.
SEK400, 2h0m
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