What to do in Gällivare

Activities, attractions and tours

Gallivare featuring railway items
Gallivare featuring railway items
Stora Sjofallet National Park featuring forest scenes
Stora Sjofallet National Park showing a lake or waterhole
Stora Sjofallet National Park showing a lake or waterhole

Gällivare Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Gällivare has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Gällivare, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Gällivare with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Gällivare

Gällivare is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Gällivare, and make it a breeze to explore Gällivare and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Gällivare to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Gällivare, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Gällivare.

Gällivare attractions

Gällivare has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Gällivare to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Gällivare.

Looking for things to do in Gällivare can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Gällivare or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Gällivare attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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What to do in Gällivare

Popular places to visit

Mount Dundret featuring tranquil scenes and landscape views

Mount Dundret

Hike up a picturesque summit overlooking a stunning Arctic landscape, ski down challenging slopes and keep an eye out for the northern lights at this superb resort.

Mount Dundret
Stora Sjofallet National Park featuring forest scenes

Stora Sjofallet National Park

A landscape of sparkling lakes, green pine forests and secluded trails provides wonderful opportunities for hiking, biking and other outdoor pursuits.

Stora Sjofallet National Park
Midnight sun in Sweden

Dundret Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Gällivare with a visit to Dundret Ski Resort. Wander the parks or discover the area's northern lights views.

Dundret Ski Resort

Fjällnäs Castle

You can learn about the history of Gällivare with a trip to Fjällnäs Castle. Wander the parks or discover the area's northern lights views.

Fjällnäs Castle

Aitik Mine

Find out about the history of Gällivare when you spend time at Aitik Mine. Discover the northern lights views while you're in the area.

Aitik Mine

Naturum Laponia Visitor Centre

After visiting Naturum Laponia Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gällivare. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Naturum Laponia Visitor Centre

Gällivare Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Gällivare Museum during your travels in Gällivare. Take in the museums and northern lights views in the area.

Gällivare Museum

Gällivare Church

Gällivare Church is just one of the places to see in Gällivare, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the museums and northern lights views in the area.

Gällivare Church

Town Hall

Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Gällivare, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Town Hall

 

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Day trip destinations from Gällivare

Sarek National Park

Jokkmokk

Abisko National Park showing rapids

Kiruna

Muddus National Park

Vuollerim

Muddus National Park

Porjus

Frequently asked questions

Is Gällivare worth visiting?
From retail therapy to outdoor pursuits and history, there are many great things to do in Gällivare. Don't forget to enjoy the area's mix of unmissable sights, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Gällivare?
After you've checked off top attractions like Gällivare Museum and The Mines, spend the rest of your day discovering the food and retail options in Gällivare.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gällivare?
You can't go home without checking out Gällivare Museum, ranked the top tourist attraction in Gällivare.
Is three days enough to stay in Gällivare?
You can easily visit leading attractions like Gällivare Museum, Kåkstan and Ettöreskyrkan with a three-day trip to Gällivare. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a bit longer and check out Hakkas.
What are some activities to do in Gällivare with kids?
Whether you're travelling with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities takes your trip to the next level. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Gällivare with kids.

What to do in Gällivare for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Gällivare, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Gruvmuseum.
Are there free things to do in Gällivare?
In Gällivare, Gällivare Museum is a top spot for anyone wishing to tour the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's a great way to discover the best free things to do in Gällivare.