Explore one of Sweden's most architecturally stunning cultural centres — four converted 19th-century warehouses housing the city museum, a world-class library, art galleries, and rare regional archives. A private guided visit turns it into a deeply personal cultural encounter.
What to expect
Step inside the beautifully restored warehouse complex on the waterfront and immediately feel the interplay of industrial heritage and contemporary Scandinavian design. The city museum traces Sundsvall's epic rise as a timber and stone metropolis, with exceptional artefacts and evocative photography. The art galleries rotate internationally significant exhibitions alongside Nordic regional masters. A curator-led session can be pre-arranged (contact the museum directly) to focus on the collections that interest you most — maritime history, Sámi culture, or Swedish modernism. The ground-floor café, overlooking the water, is ideal for a refined post-visit espresso.
Good to know
Located on the waterfront, a short 5-minute walk or taxi from the cruise berth. Contact Kulturmagasinet directly by email to pre-arrange a curator session. Allow 2–3 hours. Free on certain days — confirm current entry fees on their website before your visit.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Sundsvall — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.