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Currency
Swedish Krona (SEK)
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Language
Swedish
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Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
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Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
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Typical Duration
14-17 nights
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Price Range
From $1,205 pp
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Medieval charm and well-preserved Hanseatic architecture on the island of Gotland, offering a glimpse into Viking history and Baltic culture.
Cruises that visit Visby
- cruises to Visby
- Visby sailings
- Visby cruises
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 10-night Seabourn cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
Build Your Day in Visby
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Lummelunda Cave
I recommend wearing a sweater or a jacket, specially kids will complain.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
ICA Maxi Supermarket Visby
A good supermarket, a large selection of products, nice service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Kneippbyn
The adventure golf was really good, a full 18 holes with a pirate theme.
🕐 Closed · Opens 3 PM Fri
DBW's Botanical Garden
Free admission and open all year round.
Great Square
Fun little artists kiosks.
Almedalen
A lovely way to experience the day in a historic setting!
Gotland Museum
Reasonably priced entrance and many interesting exhibits on several floors.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Stora Coop Visby
Great selection and many good deals
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Österport (Eastern Gate)
The inner city of Visby is really cute.
Kränku Tea & Coffee
Friendly staff and a great selection!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Bakfickan
The food was stunning, great drink options, and in a fantastic setting.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Black Sheep Arms
Excellent beer, excellent service, excellent people.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Visby Town Wall
Atmosphere was especially fun with the medieval festival.
Högklint Viewpoint
Highly recommended for nature lovers and photographers!
Bad Wolf BBQ
Genuine, good food with a twist, well-prepared ribs and pleasant service!
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Surfers Visby
The shredded potato dish was unlike anything I’ve ever tasted.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Joda bar & kök
Decent-ish cocktails.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Thu
Eden Tapas & bar
Nice interior, great chocolate fondant
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM Thu
Gamla Masters
The best food, great service, super nice atmosphere!
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Värdshuset Lindgården
Fabulous dinner with local touch, tasty and well balanced.
Lilla Bjers Krog
I had the most exquisite meal served by knowledgable and wonderful staff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Bolaget i Visby AB
The atmosphere was extremely nice with a good volume of music.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Galgberget, Visby
no cost to visit.
Visby Cathedral
Free entry or by donation.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
St. Nicolai Ruin
It is amazing what is still left of it.
H10 Bar & Cafe
The seating is generous, the vibe is casual-cool, and the coffee?
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
Visby Galleria
Small shopping mall but nice and clean.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Familjen Jessens Saluhall & bar
Good selection of beverages including local beers.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Ett Rum För Resande Café
Great shrimp pasta and local beer with outdoor seating.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Bryggeriet Mat & Malt
Tasty food, amazing craft beer, nice people, good vibes 🍻
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM Thu
Krönet By Visby
Stunning bar with an amazing view over the ocean from the top of the hill…
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Visby Centrum
Cute little City it's worth a visit
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Åhléns
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Fenomenalen - Science Centre
You can learn about chemistry, light phenomena, and have a fun time.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Hop Shed Brew Pub
Good food, cozy atmosphere, best service
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Sat
Volare Vinbar
Busy wine bar in a medieval building.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Snäckgärdsporten
Super nice wall.
Solkristallen
Super friendly staff, and unique products.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Österdahls Brygga
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
S:ta Karin ruin
Feels like you are walking through time!!
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
East Graves
Here for Medieval week great place.
Baren
😁🌞👍 sitting drinking and people watching 🤣🤣🤣 best sport 👌
Visborg
Nice town and historic walls that you can access.
Lion Bar
Ok selection of beers and pretty good prices!
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
La Vie Visby - Kläder & Inredning Gotland
Great choice of products, lovely atmosphere and friendly/helpful staff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Drottens ruin
Nice walk in the old town into all ruins
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Visby Harbour
Visby Harbour is it very beautiful Harbor with a lot of nice boats
Cubus
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Friendh's Engström och co AB
In-store pickup
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Visby
Visby, the medieval heart of Sweden's Gotland Island, is a thriving cruise destination served by ten major cruise lines including Viking Ocean Cruises, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, and Oceania Cruises. With 136 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of luxury operators like Seabourn and The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Visby primarily welcomes cruise passengers as a port of call on longer Northern European itineraries. Most cruises visiting here span 14 nights, typically connecting Visby with Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, Tallinn, and Warnemünde for a comprehensive Baltic and Scandinavian experience.
When your ship arrives, you'll step into a UNESCO World Heritage town where cobblestone streets and remarkably preserved medieval walls transport you back centuries. The charming harbor district invites leisurely exploration, while the town's distinctive character—blending Viking heritage with Hanseatic merchant history—makes even a few hours ashore memorable. Peak season runs from May through September, with June, July, and August offering the warmest weather and most vibrant atmosphere for discovering this Baltic gem.
When your ship arrives, you'll step into a UNESCO World Heritage town where cobblestone streets and remarkably preserved medieval walls transport you back centuries. The charming harbor district invites leisurely exploration, while the town's distinctive character—blending Viking heritage with Hanseatic merchant history—makes even a few hours ashore memorable. Peak season runs from May through September, with June, July, and August offering the warmest weather and most vibrant atmosphere for discovering this Baltic gem.
Cruise Lines at Visby
- Viking Ocean Cruises (33 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (29 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (26 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (22 cruises)
- Seabourn (22 cruises)
- Holland America Line (21 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (18 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (5 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (4 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Visby
Cruises Visiting Visby
Ship Schedule at Visby
Visby Location
Other Cruise Ports in Sweden
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Visby known for?
Visby is famous for its medieval town, intact city walls, raukar, and Gotland's beaches.
When is the best time to visit Visby?
Summer offers pleasant weather, festivals, and long daylight hours.
How can I reach Visby?
Reached by ferry from mainland Sweden or by local air routes.
What natural attractions are nearby?
Raukar cliffs, beaches, and orchid-rich glades on Gotland.