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Things to see in Eskilstuna (Sweden): 27 places and when to go
Eskilstuna is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 27 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (12), Nature (11), Temples (9). The best known are Parken Zoo, Ebelingmuseet and Jäder Church. The best time to come is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 18 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 46. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 59.3742, 16.5117
- Places
- 27 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (12) · Nature (11) · Temples (9) · Museums and art (5) · With kids (1) · History (1)
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Also possible
- March to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- NYO Nyköping, 69 km as the crow flies
What to see in Eskilstuna
The places in and around Eskilstuna, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Parken ZooZoo in Sweden1.8 km
- EbelingmuseetWorking life museum in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden5.4 km
- Jäder ChurchChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden11 km
- Sundbyholm CastleCastle in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden10 km
- Eskilstuna City MuseumHistory museum in Eskilstuna, Sweden148 m
- Klosters kyrka, EskilstunaChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden389 m
- TolamossenNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden7.3 km
- Torshälla ChurchChurch of Sweden church-building in Torshälla, Sweden5.9 km
- ÅrbyNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden2.1 km
- AskholmenNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden11 km
- Bergströmska gårdenBuilding in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden5.7 km
- Eskilstuna konstmuseumMuseum390 m
- Fors kyrkaChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden804 m
- HedlandetNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden14 km
- Kjula ChurchChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden9.6 km
- Kronskogen-Stenby ängNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden2.3 km
- MunktellmuseetWorking life museum in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden271 m
- Näshulta ChurchChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden19 km
- Råby-Rekarne ChurchChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden12 km
- Ridö-SundbyholmsarkipelagenNature reserve in Västmanland, Sweden15 km
- Skrien-KvickenNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden7.1 km
- Sundby ChurchChurch building in Eskilstuna Municipality, Sweden9.6 km
- Sundbyholm nature reserveProtected area in Sweden (2002406)9.9 km
- SundbyholmsåsenNature reserve in Södermanland, Sweden9.8 km
And the other 3, by what you come to do:
- Temples: Vallby Church
- Nature: Väsbyskogens naturreservat, Vilsta
When to go to Eskilstuna
The best time to visit Eskilstuna is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time6:31
- FebBest time8:52
- MarPossible11:22
- AprPossible14:10
- MayBest time16:41
- JunBest time18:14
- JulBest time17:34
- AugBest time15:16
- SepBest time12:30
- OctPossible9:47
- NovBetter not7:13
- DecBest time5:46
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 46. In May, 27 of the 27 places are at their best.
When to go to Sweden in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Eskilstuna
The nearest main airport is Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO, Nyköping), 69 km as the crow flies. How to get around Sweden (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Strängnäs23 places26 km
- Västerås52 places29 km
- Malmköping36 places30 km
- Arboga20 places38 km
- Enköping26 places43 km
- Mariefred28 places43 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Eskilstuna?
The best known: Parken Zoo, Ebelingmuseet, Jäder Church, Sundbyholm Castle, Eskilstuna City Museum. In all, 27 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Eskilstuna?
December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 18 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 46.
How do you get to Eskilstuna?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), 69 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Eskilstuna as the destination and these 27 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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