Highlights of Visby: A Town of Roses & Ruins

Highlights of Visby: A Town of Roses & Ruins

2 hours | Visby | V B Y - 2 2 0
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Description

Points of Interest
  • Dalmansporten
  • Almedalen
  • Galgberget (Gallows Hill)
Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Visby, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is affectionately referred to as the "Town of Roses and Ruins." Learn why on this engaging tour that explores the area via motorcoach and on foot. A relaxed drive brings you to Almedalen, the former medieval harbor, now expansive parklands and the location for an annual political summit. Disembark for a walk toward Visby's oldest building, the Powder Tower, then continue through Fisherman's Gate to the Botanical Garden. Next, motor along the sea to Gallows Hill, a limestone cliff with views of the ocean. Photograph a collection of stone pillars, the ruins of Europe's only remaining gallows. Return to explore Visby with a walk across the bridge that spans the enclave's moat before entering this inhabited historical town through the 12th-century Dalmans Gate. Stroll down cobbled streets to a viewpoint above St. Mary Church to fill your camera with beautiful vistas.

Special Notes:

Participants will encounter cobblestone streets in Visby and some uneven terrain elsewhere. Wear comfortable walking shoes. This walk includes hills. Tour may run in reverse order.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Board your motorcoach and travel to Almedalen for a walk and photo opportunity

Transport type: Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:30
Inside visit: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Reboard your motorcoach and travel to Galgberget for a photostop

Transport type: Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:15
Time at site: 00:15
Free time at site: 15
Inside visit: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Reboard your motorcoach and travel to Dalmans gate for a guided walk and photostop

Transport type: Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:30
Inside visit: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Reboard your motorcoach and return to the ship

Transport type: Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:10