Växjö

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Växjö
Photo by Johan Sandström
Photo by Johan Sandström
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One of Europe’s greenest cities is not only clean and fresh but also has many fun things to do. Experience what it takes to be green.

Visit Växjö, in Sweden’s southern Småland Province, to see why it has self-proclaimed a superior environmental status. The area has abundant farms, fields and gardens supplying ample produce. Buildings are heated efficiently with minimum emissions. Public transportation is clean.

Spend time at Växjö Lake, conveniently located in the town center. Walk the 3-mile (5-kilometer) boardwalk around the lake.

Other lakes surround the city. Head north to Lake Helga (Helgasjön) where the ruins of Kronoberg Castle sit on its shore. Dating back to 1444, the castle was a stronghold for the Swedes fighting the Danes when this was the border. Take a lake cruise aboard the steamboat S/S Thor, which has been plying Helgasjön for over 130 years. At Little Rock Lake, 30 miles (47 kilometers) north of Växjö, you can zipline from one side of the water to the other, traversing 2.5-miles (4-kilometers).

Back in town, Växjö Cathedral’s spires dominate the area. Step inside the 13th-century building to see a modern altar, pulpit and baptismal font from sculptor Jan Brazda. Look for the Viking rune stone adjacent to the eastern wall.

Renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus received part of his education at a former Växjö high school. Visit the city’s main park of Linnéparken, which has a section for plant species studied by Linnaeus. Sit in the park during warmer months when concerts and children’s shows are often held. Wednesday evenings are popular for live music.

IKEA has a museum at its first store in Älmhult, 39 miles (62 kilometers) away. Växjö lies in a famous glassware region, called the Kingdom of Crystal. Visit the city’s Swedish Glass Museum with over 40,000 glass pieces. Explore glassware further at a glassworks in nearby Nybro, 50 miles (80 kilometers) away, where glassblowers produce incredible pieces. Try your skill at glassblowing and take your creation home as a souvenir.

From Stockholm, Växjö is about 260 miles (420 kilometers) southwest. The trip takes about 5 hours by car, 3 hours by plane or 6.5 hours by bus.

Elite Stadshotellet Växjö
Elite Stadshotellet Växjö
3 out of 5
Kungsgatan 6, Växjö
The price is ₩117,474 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
₩117,474
₩131,570 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Växjö. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,143 reviews)
Hej Vaxjo!
"Great hotel, very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Elite Stadshotellet Växjö
Quality Hotel Royal Corner
Quality Hotel Royal Corner
3 out of 5
Liedbergsgatan 11, Växjö
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The price is ₩124,858 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
₩124,858
₩139,841 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Växjö. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast choice, comfortable room, friendly staff. Brilliant location for all that we wanted to do in Växjö"

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

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PM & Vänner Hotel
PM & Vänner Hotel
4 out of 5
Vastergatan 10, Växjö
The price is ₩289,876 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
₩289,876
₩324,662 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Växjö. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Vaxjo Art Gallery and Vaxjo Library are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"An exceptional Hotel with a relaxed vibe but an extraordinary wine and dining culture. The wine list is truly one of the top 10 in the world, yet nothing is snobby. An amazing and special place"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023

PM & Vänner Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Evedals Camping
Evedals Camping
2 out of 5
L.J.BRANDTS VÄG 3, Växjö
Book a stay at this beach campground in Växjö. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Kronobergs Slott and Kronoberg Castle Ruins are ...
Toppbetyg ⭐️
"Helt fantastiskt stuga med en magisk utsikt över sjön. Standarden var över förväntan, det enda man behövde ta med själv (om man ej ville hyra) var sängkläder och handduk. Väldigt smidigt system vid sen Incheck, lika smidigt vid utcheckning. Kommunikationen hade kunnat vara bättre från campingens ..."

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2024

Evedals Camping
4 Star Holiday Home in Vaxjo-by Traum
4 Star Holiday Home in Vaxjo-by Traum
2 out of 5
Växjö
Stay at this vacation home in Växjö. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Naturum Kronoberg and Huseby Bruk are located nearby.
4 Star Holiday Home in Vaxjo-by Traum
6 Person Holiday Home in Vaxjo-by Traum
6 Person Holiday Home in Vaxjo-by Traum
2.5 out of 5
Växjö
Stay at this vacation home in Växjö. Enjoy free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Åsnen National Park and Naturum Kronoberg are located nearby.
6 Person Holiday Home in Vaxjo-by Traum
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A small but charming city, Quite expensive for european standars, but beautiful surroundings.

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