What to do in Kiruna

Activities, attractions and tours

Abisko National Park showing rapids
Abisko National Park showing a river or creek
Jukkasjarvi showing heritage architecture, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Abisko National Park featuring a river or creek
Kiruna

Kiruna Attractions

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  • Get your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or upscale meal while you are travelling. The activities in Kiruna aren't only perfect for you, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 11 things to do here, and you can make them yours beginning at just £113.
  • Kiruna is popular among sightseers. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to the area to learn about local culture and explore the best things to do. The top activities can earn the enthusiasm of even well-versed explorers, and it's not hard to see why. Our list includes a wide variety of historically based tours and opportunities for excitement. With Husky Sleigh Northern Lights Tour, which offers the ideal way to decompress, there are loads of opportunities to choose from when you review the list of activities here at Expedia.

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Top places to visit

1. Abisko National Park

Spanning 30 square miles (78 square kilometers), Abisko National Park is centered on the majestic Abiskojokk River, which spreads out from the southern shore of scenic Lake Torneträsk. Wander along the edges of fjords and waterfalls and through boreal forests. Snow-capped mountain peaks frame the panoramas and birch forest stretching out over the rolling hills.
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Abisko National Park which includes a river or creek

2. Bjorkliden Fjallby Ski Resort

With a wide variety of slopes, challenging vertical drops and tranquil cross-country routes through the incomparable wilderness, Björkliden Fjällby Ski Resort is a remarkable corner of Swedish Lapland. Located 155 miles (250 kilometers) inside the Arctic Circle, Björkliden Fjällby is an outstanding ski resort in Sweden’s far north. Ski, hike or snowmobile through untouched Arctic landscapes and enjoy the sights of the cradle-shaped mountain and breathtakingly still lake.
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Bjorkliden Fjallby Ski Resort featuring snow, snow skiing and mountains

3. Kiruna Mine

Take a tour thousands of feet underground for an intriguing perspective into the iron-ore industry at the LKAB Iron-Ore Mine. Learn about the history of iron-ore mining and its importance to Kiruna’s economy. See fascinating exhibits focused on mining, as well as examples of the real life technology used in the mining process.
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LKAB Iron-Ore Mine

4. Kebnekaise

Make the challenging climb to the summit of Kebnekaise, Sweden’s tallest mountain. The height of Kebnekaise varies slightly throughout the year depending on the season, but it typically stands around 6,900 feet (2,100 meters). With no ski lifts, visitors need to make a vigorous day-long hike to see the dramatic views from the mountain peak.
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Kebnekaise featuring camping

5. Kiruna Church

Kiruna Kyrka, or Kiruna Church, is considered to be one of the most beautiful public buildings in Sweden. Admire this striking church’s distinctive architecture and see works by a number of notable Swedish artists.
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Kiruna Kyrka featuring a temple or place of worship

6. Town Hall

Kiruna Town Hall, or Stadshus, is defined by its distinctive iron clock tower. Unlike most of the town’s important buildings, the town hall will not be relocated when Kiruna moves to its new location, so take the opportunity to see it now, before it disappears forever.
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Town Hall showing modern architecture and signage

What to do in Kiruna


Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Kiruna

Kiruna featuring a house

Centrum

While Centrum isn't home to many top sights, Samegården and Kiruna Church are some notable places to visit nearby.

Centrum

 

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