Things to do & places to visit in Jonkoping County, Sweden

Jonkoping County #10 destination in Sweden 2023. The average rating score is 4.36 based on 4.086 traveler reviews, of 277 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Stockholm, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 8:09.

Top things to do (38)

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5.0 Ramoa Adventure Village (309 reviews)
- Fantastic stay at Flotellet
Kayaking & Canoeing

We stayed 3 nights at Flotellet and had a wonderful time. The location is perfect and Flotellet is isolated so you feel you have the whole lake to your self. It has all the necessary utensils for the kitchen and you can easily cook and enjoy just staying on the lake. We also went out for a walk around the lake which is also recommended. Finally the owner is absolutely fantastic and so helpful and he made the stay even better. I cannot recommend this place and Flotellet enough for anyone who want so a great experience in nature See more..
5.0 Polkapojkarna (213 reviews)
- Must Do When in Sweden
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Polkapojkarna has over 70 different flavours of candy sticks, old fashioned toffee, chocolate and lots of other sweets. Visit the boutique and bakery where you can take a look at the production and have a chat with the baker men while they're making the polkagrisar by hand. Try some fresh, warm, dough and get a guidance in the Polkagris history for free, and ofcourse shop some candy. Try making your own polkagris while in Gränna! Check our website for more info! See more..
5.0 Habo Kyrka (100 reviews)
- Fantastic woodwork and art preserved through the ages
Churches & Cathedrals

I diverted from my original planned route to visit this place, and it was well well worth it. Built entirely from locally sourced pinewood, after many centuries the building and its elaborate interior artwork still look magnificent. I couldn't stay for the tour, but the guide was gracious enough to tell a bit about some stories behind the various artworks, including some flaws that were preserved as part of the design. The artwork tells timeless stories, as does the building itself. See more..
5.0 Cykla I Filmlandskapet (34 reviews)
- Very entertaining guided tour
Bike Tours • Literary, Art & Music Tours • Movie & TV Tours • Private Tours • Day Trips

We did the small round trip around Mariannelund and enjoyed it very much. We were told very interesting stories and anecdotes. The route chosen was on nice, easy-going little streets and lanes we would not have discovered by ourselves so easily. Thank you very much for this nice day! See more..
5.0 Julared Hagårds Lagård (26 reviews)
- Elias, the fabulous instructor!
Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks

A favorite summer activity of mine is ziplining at HagardsLagard. This year the fabulous tour guide Elias Hagård impressed us with his knowledge, pleasant demeanor, patient instructions and good looks! See more..
4.5 Tändsticksmuseet (243 reviews)
- Matches
Speciality Museums

I was really excited and happy to visit TÄNDSTICKMUSEET in Jönköping. Very interesting things to visit and to learn about matches. This museum is near central station and around city center. I recommend this place to everyone who will visit Jönköping city. Staff are very polite and helpful. See more..
4.5 Husqvarna Museum (202 reviews)
- Good one
Friday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Speciality Museums

Husqvarna Museum är fyllt med historia, nostalgi och Husqvarna-produkter, där man kan följa en nästan 400-årig utveckling vid ett av världens äldsta företag. See more..
4.5 Stadsparken (176 reviews)
- Perfect place for family
Parks

Stadsparken is perfect place for all family. There are big playground for children, mini golf, bird museum, little zoo, restaurant, place for picnic. Park near city center, you can get there with city bus it’s take about 10 min from central station or with car, there are parking nearby. From park you can get amazing panoramic view of city! Definitely recommend to everyone! See more..
4.5 Gamla Stan (116 reviews)
- wooden old town
Points of Interest & Landmarks

it is a nice area (gamla stan) which is worth a visit. There are several inner courtyards that can be visited as there is a on open access. This give a picturesque view on how Sweden looked like in more places. See more..
4.5 Grenna Museum (106 reviews)
- Seriously good
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums

This small museum looks humble from the outside but once you’re inside, be prepared for loads of information! You WILL learn a lot. There are two floors of exhibition. The ground floor is an introduction to Andrée and his companions. There’s also a contextualisation of his ill-fated expedition. There are also many other infos about other North Pole expeditions, to this day, with modern challenges. The basement level has many many of the items that belonged to the three adventurers that have perished and they also chronicle their trip until the end. The items are well preserved which makes this museum unique since most expeditions are either entirely lost or have some items partially recovered. Also do watch the introductory movie! It has high production values and it’s very well made. The whole museum - I have read absolutely everything - took me about 2 hours, including the movie. See more..
4.5 Kleva Gruva (103 reviews)
- Absolutely amazing
Temporarily closed - Closed until May 19, 2023 Spent 1-2 hours Mines

An amazing gem in the middle of the Swedish forest. Been visiting several times with my friends and family. Highly appreciated by everyone. The staff is so friendly and service minded. They really want you to get the best experience possible. There are more things to do than just entering the amazing mine. You can pan for gold, make your own food over an open fire, climb a wall and much more. Other than that you feel at peace when you are there. The nature is amazing and be on top of the mine and just watch the view is mind blowing. Pack your bag and prepare for a true adventure. Highly recommend not one but many visits. See more..
4.5 Naturreservatet Skurugata & Skuruhatt (93 reviews)
- Impressive walk crossing a steep gap in the rocks.
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Nice walk through an impressive gap. Good hiking shoes (no sneakers) highly recommended if you want to take the lower route through the gap. Don’t do this when the rocks are wet as the trail is steep and very rocky. The high route (to the left at the end of the parking lot)is Weel chair accessible. This high route is part of the orange hiking trail through the area and has a camping area with fire place and dry wood along the way. See more..
4.5 Store Mosse Nationalpark (85 reviews)
- Fun nature hike through forest and swamp.
National Parks • Parks

We hiked around Lake Kavsjon (Kavsjon runt, starting at Naturum parking lot). Much of the trail is on wooden planks so it should be OK even in very wet conditions. About half way around the lake is a small farm that is part of the park. There are toilets and picnic tables. We took a couple of side trips, one to a bird tower and one to Lake Svartgolen (look for insect eating plants next to the walkway to that lake). With these side trips our hike was almost 17 km long and took about 4 hours. We had a great time and met only very few other hikers since we started our hike early around 9 am. When we returned at 1 pm, the parking lot was quite full. See more..
4.5 Sofiakyrkan (83 reviews)
- Great Christmas concert " Dance & Juletid "!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Churches & Cathedrals

This Season again Have a pleasure to Look at Fantastic Christmas concert "Dance & Juletid" at Awesome Cathedral Sofia church in Jonkoping.It was Amazing az always, atmosphere was sooo festive, Christmas mood of everyone.I like this concert very much cause it brighten my mood for Christmas days . Recommended with all Heart Regards Rosita❤️ See more..
4.5 Rudenstams Gardsbutik & Kafe (81 reviews)
- Cute Café with nice lunch buffett, fika and a shop
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

Farm shop with its own apple cultivation. Where to buy apples and drinks as well as local specialties from 60 local producers. You'll find everything from fruit, vegetables , dairy , cheeses, cold cuts , meat and colonial . See more..
4.5 Remmalagen Visingso (41 reviews)
- Great horse trip at Visingo
Historical & Heritage Tours • Sightseeing Tours

We have been at Granna and Visingo island during National day of Sweden.Weather was perfect for horse round trip Remmalagen at island.It was really great adventure...I like ut very much...have see many things at island...have 20 min stop At famous Church. Guide girl was very polite and helpfull. The only one thing was dussapoint me.....it was that the Guide girl all the time speaks in Swedish!!! I Think that this horse round trip is touristic attraction for tourists.... so????? Why Guide girl speak only swedish???? That's disappoint me much!!! ..and I Was confused also!!!! Any way I reccomend this horse trip attraction with all heart...was nice...great fun indeed...xxxxx. :) :) See more..
4.5 Brahekyrkan (37 reviews)
- Wow!
Churches & Cathedrals

Not much on the outside but definitely worth a visit. A marvellously decorated interior showcasing all the power and glory of the period when Visingsö was a stronghold in Sweden. We could really feel the history in its walls. Don’t miss it if you’re here! See more..
4.5 Rosenlunds Rosarium (33 reviews)
- Unrivalled beauty
Parks • Gardens

Rows and rows of roses dressed in a myriad of colors that would make rainbows blush with jealousy. It rained a bit as we arrived and minutes later the sun came shining through the clouds and everything looked even more glorious. You could sit and marvel for hours on end. An unreserved show off of the splendor of nature. Space and seating to pause for a tea break or have a picnic. Fitting for a small wedding ceremony as well. See more..
4.5 Eksjö Museum (27 reviews)
- Top marks considering size
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Eksjö through the centuries, Museum of military history in Småland, Albert Engström, a noted Swedish artist and cartoonist. Contemporary Swedish art and other exhibitions. The museum garden is a venue for music and art happenings See more..
4.5 Skullaryd Älgpark (26 reviews)
- A real Sweden adventure!
Zoos

Erik took my husband and me to a real Sweden adventure this afternoon. With his small quad, warmly packed into blankets he took us to the huge premises where the animals live in natural environment. He first took us to the red deers, thereafter to the elks, which for us as Germans was a first. We never saws elks before. With his calm and caring manner to “speak” to the elks the animals quickly came close to the quad so that you (if you were brave enough) could even touch them. The animals are beautiful, impressively calm and much bigger than we thought. It was a pleasure doing this Sweden safarie with Erik and with this meeting him as a person. He was very knowledgeable not only about the animals but also about the country and the Swedish culture. Thank you Erik for the wonderful trip and for answering all my questions! This is real Sweden adventure, highly recommended! See more..
4.5 Skullaryd Moose Park (25 reviews)
- Exciting Saturday at moose park!
Nature & Wildlife Tours

We have visited Skullaryd moose park during weekend. It was very exciting.We have Great trip at moose park with special track.Animals are coming very closer to us..so we can enjoy,see them.They have a lot deers,7 mooses.The staff was very polite,guide was talking in swedish and english.That was Super..we have one hour tour in the park.weather was sunny and we have Luck to enjoyed Animals a lot.Recommend that moose park with all heart ,especially for families with kids..very interesting.Regards Rosita &Leif xxxx See more..
4.5 Polkaprinsen (25 reviews)
- Polkagris in Gränna
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

A family company where you can see candy sticks being made. You can also buy different kind of candy, souvenirs, toys and then some.. Here you find the new tastes and always friendly reception. See more..
4.5 Smalands bil musik och leksaksmuseum (24 reviews)
- Smålands Motor, Music and Toy Museum--nice stop on a rainy day!
Speciality Museums

During our summer 2014 visit, while staying in Loevhagen, there were a few rainy afternoons that made a museum visit with our children ideal. We found the automobile and toy museum in the Värnamo city guide, and it was a scenic 45 minute drive from our house. If I recall, only cash is accepted for admission. It is a quaint, old building inside, quite unlike the most modern Swedish museums. There is also an antique shop on the premises with unusual items for purchase. It's a quirky place--taxidermy animals, well-dressed mannequins, and other things were here and there. Our 6 and 8 year old boys were very curious about the moped outside, (one can sit on it), the antique race cars, the old musical instruments and toy trains and cars. I think older adults would also appreciate the shiny European sports cars -- I loved the '38 Mercedes-Benz. We spent 1.5 hours looking around, and we were glad for the diversion on a rainy day! See more..
4.5 Goldpanning in Adelfors (19 reviews)
- Gold rush in Småland
Spent More than 3 hours Lessons & Workshops

Warm welcome to the world's best gold prospecting. In Ädelfors has now dug gold for almost 280 years! Here's family Guldström who has over 45 years of experience to learn how to sort out genuine gold - For real. Gold panning is Northern Europe's overthrow gathering place for prospectors and found quite a lot of gold every season - Come and let yourself be gripped by gold fever you with ... See more..
4.5 Levanders Lanthandelsmuséum (18 reviews)
- Perfect place to take a cafe
Spent < 1 hour History Museums

A beautiful place, moving in time. wonderfully recreated store, a large selection of items that you can buy as a gift (teas, local sweets, small home items) all beautifully and with a heart exposed. Here you can drink delicious coffee in a romantic room, eat homemade cakes and you can count on the smile of a friendly owner. We recommend with all our heart - for us this place is a beautiful memory of Sweden. If we return, we'll visit for sure. See you then. Piękne miejsce, które przenosi w czasie. Możesz zrobić oryginalne zakupy (kolekcja herbat, lokalne słodycze, drobna ceramika i mydła) jak i odpocząć w jednym z kilku przytulnych kącików i napić się herbaty, zjeść domowe ciastko. Wnętrze pełne ciepła, widać że tworzone z pasją. Przemiła i serdeczna właścicielka - serdecznie polecamy, jeśli tylko będziemy w okolicy, na pewno powrócimy na kawę i ciastko :) See more..
4.0 High Chaparral (292 reviews)
- Oh that was just great!
Amusement & Theme Parks

Oh that was just great! First time we have been there and my 7yo son just loved it. I have pre-ordered some stuff for him in advance, so when we came, we just picked it up and we could started to discover. I love the quality of the things, hat, revolver, scarf, the revolver holder, really stood materials and workmanship. Oh, and we love the programs and entertainment when you could "test" you self :) we also made purchase when leaving, fruit elixirs (syrups) and large leather/canvas travel bag I will use for my business trips. Planning to go again during summer :) Great work done High Chaparral! See more..
4.0 Brahehus (135 reviews)
- Stunning View of Lake Vättern
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Castles

If you visit Gränna, this is definitely a MUST visit stop. The view of Lake Vättern from this castle ruin is simply amazing! See more..
4.0 Isaberg Mountain Resort (66 reviews)
- Great place for beginners and non confident ski/snowboarders
Biking Trails • Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks

If you have an interest in snowboading and skiiing and are beginner, intermediate or just want t go somewhere affordable, this resort is a great choice. There are quite a few runs and it is also ideal for family visits. It is also very affordable. See more..
4.0 Vandalorum (57 reviews)
- Unexpected little gem
Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Vandalorum is a lively museum. We present unique exhibitions featuring prominent contemporary designers and artists, both Swedish and international. The buildings, reminiscent of the monumental barn that once dominated the site, are built according to an original concept by the award-winning Italian architect Renzo Piano. The interior is designed by Sigurdur Gustafsson in consultation with Vandalorum’s initiator Sven Lundh. The furniture is designed by Mats Theselius, Bruno Mathsson, Hans J. Wegner and Jonas Bohlin, among others. Inside and outside there are permanent sculptures by, for example, Joseph Kosuth, Sivert Lindblom and Gustav and Ulla Kraitz. One of Vandalorum’s four barns is the home of Smålands Konstarkiv, whose exhibitions primarily highlight artists associated with Småland. This barn also contains the extensive collection of Smålands Konstarkiv which is open to the public by appointment. See more..
4.0 Näs slottsruin (51 reviews)
- At the roots of Swedish history
Spent < 1 hour Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Castles

This is where Sweden began, at the meeting point of two powerful dynasties. Beautiful spot for a walk and some snapshots. See more..