Eskilstuna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Eskilstuna
Discover the fascinating local history of one of Sweden's most prominent industrial cities.

Eskilstuna is known for its industry, and its rise to on of Sweden's most prominent manufacturings hubs has been well documented – from its first forges to the construction of the cities' first major modern factories. The old parts of the city are well preserved, and it's the perfect spot for anyone with an interest in architecture and history to start a tour of the city.

Eskilstuna is located in Sodermanland county and the city is home to a population of nearly 65,000. The city was named after a bishop, Eskil, who was based in the village of Tuna, which was to become the city of Eskilstuna. In 1771 the Swedish King Adolf Fredrik started attracting steel and metal workers to Eskilstuna with enticing promises of affordable loans and land to develop manufacturing facilities, which led to Eskilstuna becoming one of Sweden's industrial hubs.

No wonder most of the city is dominated by its rich industrial heritage. A trip to Eskilstuna promises will give visitors a fascinating into the country's past from a different point of view. Start your tour through the city with a visit to Eskilstuna City Museum, as well as the adjoining Faktotum, where the focus in on manufacturing texhniques, and the city's weapons collection, Vapentekniska samlingarna, where you will learn more about the city's key role as a weapons manufacturer.

Whilst Eskilstuna's past as one of Sweden's most important industrial cities, you may want to learn more about life in Eskilstuna across the centuries. Sormlandsgarden is the ideal spot to experience the local history and traditions first hand the museum is set in a genuine Swedish farm from the 1850's. Discover Gamla staden, Eskiltuna's old town, with a stroll among the many quaint houses and cute shops ideal for a relaxing afternoon of good food and fun shopping.

Eskilstuna is beautifully located by Eskilstuna River, a few kilometres south of Lake Malaren. If you're driving to Eskilstuna, you will be looking to get on E20 and Route 53, which will both pass through the city. There are also plenty of railway lines that will take you to Eskilstuna. Be sure not to miss out on a visit to Parken Zoo, where you'll find plenty of animals and activities to entire the entire family. If you're visiting the zoo in the summer, head down the road to Parkenbadet for a nice swim.

Book your trip to Eskilstuna and discover a city that played a key part in Sweden's industrial past!

Best Western Plaza Hotel
Best Western Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
Drottninggatan 9, Eskilstuna
The price is ₹6,495 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹6,495
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour health club.
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
3 star at max
"3* at max, seriously need updating, room do not have climate control. Very small rooms and toilet"

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2023

Best Western Plaza Hotel
Elite Stadshotellet Eskilstuna
Elite Stadshotellet Eskilstuna
4 out of 5
Hamngatan 11, Eskilstuna
The price is ₹7,113 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
₹7,113
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Eskilstuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Eskilstuna Bowling Center and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Overall decent.
"Decent hotel. Very simple rooms, good breakfast but scrambled eggs are powered, really bad parking options. It was very clean and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2024

Elite Stadshotellet Eskilstuna
Comfort Hotel Eskilstuna
Comfort Hotel Eskilstuna
3.5 out of 5
Hamngatan 9, Eskilstuna
The price is ₹6,747 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹6,747
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre.
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"We arrived on 30 June 2023 and departed on 5 July. Room did not get serviced until 4 July, WE had to request a toilet roll from reception! Frankly not good enough!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2023

Comfort Hotel Eskilstuna
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.
Vilsta Cottages
Vilsta Cottages
2.5 out of 5
Vasavägen 80, Eskilstuna
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
7.2/10 Good! (76 reviews)
Basic, no frills
"Very basic, no frills. It should, I feel, be made clear that you need to bring your own bedding and towels as by the time you've paid to hire these you could have stayed somewhere a lot better! You're also required to clean before you leave. Chalet clean enough apart from bathroom being rather ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2017

Vilsta Cottages
Sundbyholm
Sundbyholm
4 out of 5
Oddsvägen 10, Eskilstuna, Södermanlands län
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden.
Sundbyholm
Hem till Gården
Hem till Gården
3.5 out of 5
Slanbarsgatan 13, Vasteras
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
8.8/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Fantastisk hyggelig sted å bo. Hjemmekoselig, rent og velutstyrt. Trivelig liten restaurant med supergod mat og hyggelig betjening. Håper å kunne komme tilbake snart!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2022

Hem till Gården
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.

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5/5 - Excellent

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11 Jul 2019

Allt va, samlat väldigt centralt gångavstånd till de mesta.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Mar 2019

A lovely place to visit, a very nice provincial city.

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