Something for the Whole Family
Not only does Skara offer Scandinavia’s largest water park, but there are also plenty of other delightful experiences for the whole family. Adventures as well as peaceful and enjoyable days await!
Sommargården Plantering – A Tranquil and Pleasant Summer Oasis
Just 1.5 km north of Skara lies Sommargården Plantering, a beautiful green and family-friendly oasis. Sommargården offers coffee service with homemade pastries, program evenings, a boules court, football pitch, 12-hole mini golf course, and playground. Adjacent to the farm, there is also a fitness trail. The café has something for every taste, from homemade cakes to delicious sandwiches and ice cream for warm summer days. Enjoy your coffee in the garden or on the cozy veranda.
Railways and Railway Museum – A Journey in Time-Typical Surroundings
Travel like in grandfather's time and hop on the old steam locomotive from the 20th century for an adventurous journey through a fairytale landscape along the narrow-gauge railway to Lundsbrunn. The rumble of the tracks, the smell of coal smoke, and the fantastic view from the window are exciting for both children and adults. Upon arrival in Lundsbrunn, you can enjoy a cup of coffee at the railway café, open on all traffic days. In addition to delicious pastries, the café offers souvenirs, films, and postcards for sale. If you bring your own picnic, you can enjoy it in the railway park. And for those who want to lean back completely, there are the golf restaurant and the local pizzeria. During July, the railway museum is open for those who want to study locomotives, carriages, old photographs, and various old railway artifacts in an authentic environment.
The Book Adventure – A Fun and Educational Story
In the heart of Skara, you will find the old library where Sweden's first play and learn exhibition on the history of books and writing takes place. Here, the whole family can explore the Book Adventure through play and craft stations, from runestones and book printing art to children's and youth literature over the years. The Book Adventure is an interactive exhibition spanning generations, stimulating curiosity and discovery through squeezing, touching, and smelling. There are many rooms and corners here that invite play and role-playing!
Jula Adventure Golf – Refine Your Putting Technique Amidst Greenery and Kinnekulle Stones
Jula Adventure Golf is the largest of its kind in the country. Here, you'll find undulating terrain with 12 holes and up to 40 meters long courses. The spectacular course is unique in its design. There is a stream and two waterfalls surrounded by beautiful Kinnekulle stones, sourced from the region. Although the golf course is built to championship standards and used for professional competitions, it is naturally accessible to anyone who loves adventure golf, regardless of age. Depending on how the game goes, there's the Jula Hotel's lovely outdoor restaurant for those who need to lick their wounds after losing or to celebrate victory with a good meal.