Top Things to do in Umea
What to do and see in Umea, Vasterbotten County: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Umea, Sweden including Guitars the Museum, Vasterbottens Museum, Grossjon Nature Reserve, Arboretum Norr, Umedalen Skulptur, Bildmuseet.
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1. Guitars the Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 263 reviews
This space holds a guitar similar to the one Keith Richards used to play the Honky Tonk Women riff. And here's one like the one Eric Clapton used for his solo in Layla. And the kind that Jimi Hendrix set on fire in Monterrey. But how in the world did these and hundreds more rare and priceless guitars from the 1950s and 1960s end up in Umea and become Guitars - The Museum? Why aren't they hanging in the MoMA in New York, or in the Tate Modern in London? This is the story of how the Ahden twins from Vannasby managed to put together the world's finest collection of vintage guitars surreptitiously, almost in secret. Guided tours 12.00, 15.00 & 17.00.
Reviewed By ErwanErwan - Stockholm, Sweden
I wasn't sure I wanted to go, as I feared looking at a bunch of guitars would be boring (no matter how old and unique they were). I finally went as my airbnb host insisted that it was something not to miss. I was pleasantly surprised: I arrived in time for the guided tour, and got a glimpse of the crazy stories around some of these guitars, thanks to a very knowledgeable guide. Never got bored. Even if you're not passionate about guitars, I would recommend a visit!
2. Vasterbottens Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By Kipuka83 - Oslo, Norway
It is a small open air museum. We were there during the Samisk veckan (the sami week) in march and they had activities and real reindeer on the premises :) Thanks to a recent snowfall and perfect blue sky it was a great day to visit the museum. The museum building also houses some interesting collections and exhibitions about the region.
3. Grossjon Nature Reserve
4. Arboretum Norr
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By lizal89 - Umeå, Sweden
I use to visit this amazing forest at least three times a year. It’s as beautiful in the spring as in the fall. You can se all kinds of trees from all over the world, bring a picnic and sit down by the river and enjoy the full nature. It’s also possible to go to the restaurant and eat an amazing dinner or just take a coffee. This is one of my favorite places to go both alone, with my family and friends, don’t miss out on this beautiful place!
5. Umedalen Skulptur
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 98 reviews
6. Bildmuseet
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 149 reviews
Bildmuseet exhibits contemporary international art, photography, architecture, design and other forms of visual culture, somtimes along with art history retrospectives. The exhibitions are complemented by guided tours, lectures, films and other cultural events. Open workshops and educational activities inspire creativity. Museum shop, cafe/restaurant and great views over Umeaalven river and the city of Umea. Bildmuseet is housed in an acclaimed building at the Umeå Arts Campus by the shores of the river, right next to the Umeå Academy of Fine Arts, the Umeå Institute of Design and the Umeå School of Architecture. The museum building was designed by Henning Larsen Architects in collaboration with White. Bildmuseet received a Special Commendation from the European Museum of the Year jury, and was 2014 one of the top candidates for the Swedish Museum of the Year Award as well as for the Council of Europe Museum Prize.
Reviewed By Crystal231 - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
I loved the light and the space at this museum plus it’s location next to the river, amazing views. Staff were really, really lovely and helpful. I will visit again.
