Currency
Swedish Krona (SEK)
Language
Swedish
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
Typical Duration
14-17 nights
Price Range
From $1,205 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
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 Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 9-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 9-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 10-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 10-night Seabourn 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:
Glassmagasinet
They claim to have Europe’s largest selection, and honestly, I believe them.
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Lummelunda Cave
COOL underground adventure.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
ICA Maxi Supermarket Visby
Large selection, convenient to buy all the items on your list.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Kneippbyn
The adventure golf was really good, a full 18 holes with a pirate theme.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat
Great Square
Fun little artists kiosks.
DBW's Botanical Garden
Free admission and open all year round.
Mille Lire Stora Torget
The pizza with spicy salami was very good and the crust was fluffy.
Gotland Museum
Reasonably priced entrance and many interesting exhibits on several floors.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Stora Coop Visby
Great selection and many good deals
Open · Closes 9 PM
Crêperie & Logi
Great food, great service in an excellent setting.
Österport (Eastern Gate)
The ring wall is mostly well kept and complete.
Mel's Diner
Affordable dinner that have a lunchmeny and mostly hamburgers.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Bakfickan
The food was stunning, great drink options, and in a fantastic setting.
Kränku Tea & Coffee
Friendly staff and a great selection!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Högklint Viewpoint
Highly recommended for nature lovers and photographers!
Visby Town Wall
Atmosphere was especially fun with the medieval festival.
Bad Wolf BBQ
Genuine, good food with a twist, well-prepared ribs and pleasant service!
Black Sheep Arms
Excellent beer, excellent service, excellent people.
Själsö Bageri
Great staff, delicious coffee, great buns.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Surfers Visby
Very good food, interesting choices and great service.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Sankt Hans Café
The atmosphere is simple and cozy and the toilets are very clean!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
South Hällarna Nature Reserve
The paths are in good condition and well marked.
Mel's Diner Hamnen
Fantastic food experience, great service, beautiful atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Joda bar & kök
Decent-ish cocktails.
Eden Tapas & bar
Good food and great atmosphere.
Gamla Masters
The best food, great service, super nice atmosphere!
Värdshuset Lindgården
The Food was in good portions and the dishes were of exquisite taste.
Lilla Bjers Krog
I had the most exquisite meal served by knowledgable and wonderful staff.
Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Shawarma Bar
Good food, friendly staff, food not overpriced
Bolaget i Visby AB
The Limoncello spritz is top-notch 🤌🏼
Wisby Hof
The beef tartare, lamb, trout and wine recommendations were all very good.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Galgberget, Visby
no cost to visit.
La Fontana
Staff is friendly and food was incredible.
Visby Cathedral
Free entry or by donation.
St. Nicolai Ruin
Amazing and a place to remember the rest of my life!
Fiket i Visby AB
Strong, good coffee and very friendly service.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
H10 Bar & Cafe
The seating is generous, the vibe is casual-cool, and the coffee?
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Visby Galleria
Small shopping mall but nice and clean.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Familjen Jessens Saluhall & bar
For the price, food was amazing, rich in taste and just the right quantity.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Café Gula Huset HB
The coffee was tasty and free refills!
Closed · Opens 12 PM Sat
BAKED PizzaShop
And great friendly service, with reasonable prices.
Ett Rum För Resande Café
They have coffee, food, cakes and desserts made on site.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Café Amalia
The coffee was excellent, and the pastries were fresh and delicious.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Tue
Bryggeriet Mat & Malt
Great beer, food and service.
Closed · Opens 4 PM Tue
Krönet By Visby
Great drinks, lovely owners!
Visby Centrum
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Fenomenalen - Science Centre
You can learn about chemistry, light phenomena, and have a fun time.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Åhléns
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Hop Shed Brew Pub
Good food, cozy atmosphere, best service
Closed · Opens 5 PM Fri
Nunnan
Excellent food and reasonable price.
Wisby Strand
Nice theatre and lounge;
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Volare Vinbar
Busy wine bar in a medieval building.
Closed
Solkristallen
Quirky but amazing shop.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Österdahls Brygga
Food was outstanding and quality drinks complemented the experience.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Botaniska Trädgården
A definite must-see place when in Vosby
S:ta Karin ruin
Feels like you are walking through time!!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Wallers Restaurang
Great food worth the price, fantastic staff, and very welcoming atmosphere.
Restaurang Apotek
Top smash burger, and very good first course with swedish schrimps !
Babka Café
Gorgeous pastries, proper coffee and very reasonable priced.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
LILLA HUSET
Baren
😁🌞👍 sitting drinking and people watching 🤣🤣🤣 best sport 👌
Visborg
Nice town and historic walls that you can access.
Visby Harbour
If any of those interest you, put this place on your list!
Lion Bar
Ok selection of beers and pretty good prices!
Closed · Opens 3 PM Wed
Visby Beach boardwalk
Amazing walk with crystal clear water beside.
Snäck Badplats
Favorite spot!
Drottens ruin
You can climb up a narrow staircase.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
La Vie Visby - Kläder & Inredning Gotland
If you are in Visby, make sure to visit this store;
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Vidhave, destination
It was a lot of fun running out from sauna onto the beach and ocean!
Wisby Outlet
Good prices and nice selection.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Norderstrands badplats
Sandy beach.
Thaishi
Lovely place with very good service, welcoming and warm vibe.
Takbaren
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 4 PM Fri
CANTINA by Volare
Wonderful, friendly service and excellent food.
Closed
Visby Quest
very fun and engaging walking tour of a spectacular world heritage site 🇸🇪
Öchipsbaren
Visby strandbad
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 (74 cruises)
- Holland America Line (30 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (27 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (26 cruises)
- Seabourn (22 cruises)
- MSC Cruises (13 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (13 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (7 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (4 cruises)
- Silversea (4 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Visby
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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.