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Interesting and extensive museum, gives great insight in the becoming of Karlskrona. The submarine is most impressive, although all the other exhibitions were also created with great care. One minor problem was that not all the signage was always available in English, or maybe only one sentence was while the Swedish text was very extensive. Google Translate solved this, but that could be improved for foreign visitors.

While not a huge museum, it has some great exhibits, not least a very large naval submarine you can go inside and walk about in. There is a theatre that shows a very well presented film on the timeline of the Swedish navy. All the exhibits are displayed well and have English explanations alongside those in Swedish. The information is not verbose, which is a mistake often made by museums I've been too. The museum has an excellent restaurant which rounds off a really enjoyable experience overall !

Most beautifull museum for marine, I've seen. Being able to visit a real U-boot on the inside completly, just gives you much more feeling with the history and live in the marine. Also the lunch buffet in the museum is good quality.

Very interesting exposition includes 2 submarines and 3 ships. Good for visiting with kids. Also discount is available for entance if less than 1 hour until closure left

A lovely couple of hours entertainment. Lots of bits that both kids and adults can enjoy like the nuclear submarine you can go on - do expect queues in busier periods. Really nicely weaved in overarching narratives with rich personal stories and events such as the Polish submariners who fled to Sweden in WW2 and Swedish conscripts experiences of the cold war. For an Englishman a fascinating way to learn more about Sweden's evolution through regional power, to superpower, to the softpower and cultural force you see today.

Very interesting museum offering informal text in various languages. It is a very interactive museum aswell with educational games so you easier can learn about for example submarines and how they work. You can enter a submarine aswell and see how they lived in there and more. There is also a buffet restaurant at the entrance if you want a quick bite before or after your visit.

A fantastic interesting museum....you can easily spend several hours here

There’s a peaceful garden and some interesting sculptures, like Lilla Flora, tucked just outside. The buildings themselves are beautiful, especially with the historical vibe of the old stone walls. It’s a relaxing spot to stroll through, and you still get a sense of the region’s history just from the surroundings. Would definitely come back another time to explore the inside!

Very beautiful historic place, you must to visit and enjoy all the details, each and every spaces they have. Plan some time, it's very worth it.

Sooooo interesting...and I did NOT pay any fee...BUT remember to visit the garden and the playground

Easy to get to and very interesting information about Karlskrona. Quiet, contemplative, nice garden. Free entrance. I recommend this if you want to know more about the world heritage Karlskrona.

Free visit : it contains a garden, a museum and an art gallery where they represent local artists.

It's pretty small museum, but with beautiful garden. A lot of information written in swedish only. Also there are a lot of things to do with kids, but even if you're traveling without kids this place worth spending half an hour to look around and see the garden

Free entrance, Lack of parking space near, Small sized museum.

Home for marinmuseet. Very less number of restaurants. But food at marinnuseet is good. You should try karlskrona glass( ice cream parlour)

(Translated by Google) Long and nice, good place to have a picnic and swim. But also a must visit the fine marine museum. (Original) Långt och skönt bra plats att ha picknick och bada. Men också ett måste besöka det fina marinmuseumet.

(Translated by Google) Very nice island in the middle of Karlskrona. (Original) Mycket fin ö mitt i Karlskrona.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful surroundings and museum. (Original) Vacker omgivning och museum.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful island with a wonderful museum. A place worth visiting. (Original) Przepiękna wyspa, a na niej wspaniale muzeum. Miejsce warte zwiedzenia.

(Translated by Google) The Naval Museum is worth a visit. The Litorina båtsbyggerie is also interesting. (Original) Das Marinemuseum ist einen Besuch wert. Interessant auch die Litorina båtsbyggerie.

(Translated by Google) Island with museum rich in history of the Swedish Navy (Original) Isola con museo ricco di storia della Marina militare Svedese

Fredrikskyrkan is an absolute gem in the heart of Karlskrona. We stumbled upon it while exploring the main square during our cruise stop, and it quickly became one of the highlights of our visit. The church’s striking Baroque architecture immediately stands out—with its soft orange façade, grand towers, and detailed stonework, it feels both majestic and welcoming at the same time. Built in the 18th century and named after King Fredrik I, the church has a fascinating history that reflects Karlskrona’s maritime and royal past. Inside, the atmosphere is peaceful and serene. The interior is bright and beautifully preserved, with elegant chandeliers, a grand pipe organ, and a simple yet reverent altar space. You can really feel the sense of history in the quiet moments. What I appreciated most was how accessible it felt—open to visitors, but still very much a working place of worship. Whether you’re interested in history, architecture, or just want a moment of calm while sightseeing, Fredrikskyrkan is well worth stepping into.

Fredrikskyrkan is a beautiful church with a striking presence in the square—it really stands out. We stopped by when the doors were open and wandered in, thinking it was open for visitors. To our surprise, there was actually a baby’s baptism going on! It felt a bit odd, like we had accidentally crashed a private moment, so we quietly stepped back out, without taking pics inside because, well, that's weird with the ceremony going on. But interestingly, plenty of others stayed and watched respectfully, so it seems to be a bit of a mix between public space and private event. Still, it’s a lovely building worth seeing from the outside and, if timing allows, inside too. Just maybe check if there’s something going on first!

This church AND Stortorget is worth a visit

Beautiful church. The reflections on the font are magic.

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Very bright in the inside because of the white walls. Simple decoration with a big and a small organ.

Nice church and the visit was especially nice thanks to do guide in the church, who provide a lot of interesting history about the church.

Nice to see a church in wooden Swedish style. Had not seen one before. Entrance is free as all churches should be.

Open, wooden church worth a visit. There's also a little restroom outside the church.

Big church made of wood.

Nice church completely made by wooden.

The touch of history and defence is something really special.

(Translated by Google) A wonderfully beautiful church temporarily erected in anticipation of a temporary church building in the more central parts of the city. Ulrica Pia was consecrated in 1685 and although it was thought that the permanent stone church was already consecrated three years later, the Admiralty Church remains where it has stood for over three hundred years and is today both a very alive church with a faithful congregation and a well-visited attraction for visitors in Karlskrona not least for his helping hero the figure Rosenbom (see separate recent update). The church is beautifully decorated and has a fantastic history, which the cheerful, helpful, well-read and charismatic guide tells with warmth in his own colorful way. I give the Admiralty Church Ulrica Pia five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (If you like the recent review, please give it a thumbs up 🙂) (Original) En underbart vacker kyrka provisoriskt uppförd i väntan på en temporär kyrkobygnad i stadens mer centrala delar. Ulrica Pia invigdes år 1685 och trotts att den permanenta stenkyrkan invigdes redan tre år senare så står Amiralitetskyrkan kvar där den nu stått i över trehundra år och är i dag en såväl en i högsta grad levende kyrka med en trogen församling som en välbesökt attraktion för besökare i Karlskrona inte minst för sin hjälpande hjälte figuren Rosenbom (se separat recention). Kyrkan är vackert dekorerad och har en fantastisk historia som den glada, hjälpsamna, pålästa och karismatiska guiden med värme berättar om på sitt eget målande vis. Jag ger Amiralitetskyrkan Ulrica Pia fem stjärnor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Gillar du recentionen ge den gärna tummen upp 🙂)

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church from the 17th century. It is the largest wooden church in Sweden. It doesn't look particularly big from the outside, but it can hold a lot of people. The wooden construction gives a completely different ambience inside, much warmer and more homely than stone, especially when it is stormy outside. Great organ! Be sure to see it and include it on your walk through Karlskrona. (Original) Wunderschöne Kirche aus dem 17. Jahrhundert. Es ist die grösste Holzkirche Schwedens. Von aussen sieht sie nicht besonders gross aus, fasst aber sehr viele Leute. Die Bauweise aus Holz gibt innen ein ganz anderes Ambiente, viel wärmer und heimeliger als Stein, besonders wenn es draussen stürmt. Tolle Orgel! Unbedingt ansehen und auf dem Spaziergang durch Karlskrona einbauen.

Had a cool car and bike collection. They also showed a collectors Beatles collection which was nice too see

Lovely museum. Very fine collection of cars and bikes.

Some nice cars, some motorcycle, but sadly it was pretty boring. Maybe if the tickets were chipper it would have gotten one more star.

Very interesting. Great museum and cafe. Interesting history and building.

The car museum is linked with the porcelain museum was irrelevant for us. Unfortunately when we visited the car museum they didn’t have so many cars they do have a great bike - motorbike collection and a Beatles room. I’d recommend calling first to get info if they have the full car collection otherwise you will end up disappointed

Nice place for a nice price (50 sek). Lots of beautiful cars and a nice display of different vehicle toys. Great place to bring any Cars crazy kid to look at and getting a shot with the "real" Doc Hudson ☺️

Great place to visit and see some old, popular racing cars. Also, spending 80 sek will allow you to see the porcelain museum next to it.

A visit to Karlskrona wouldn’t be complete without stopping by the Amiralitetsklockstapeln, or Admiralty Bell Tower. This striking wooden structure, originally used to signal time to shipyard workers, now serves as the bell tower for the nearby Admiralty Church and is a quiet yet powerful reminder of the city’s deep naval roots. Leaving the grand Stortorget square and walking toward the tower, history seems to unfold with every step. If you look closely, you can spot remnants of the old railway tunnel that once connected the city to the naval dockyard—running directly beneath the bell tower from the late 1800s until the 1990s. It’s a subtle but fascinating piece of industrial history, blending perfectly into the historic landscape. Just a short walk away is the Karlskrona Admiralty Church, also known as Ulrica Pia. Built entirely of wood, it’s one of the largest wooden churches in Sweden and forms part of the city’s UNESCO-listed naval base. In front of the church stands the unforgettable figure of Gubben Rosenbom, a wooden statue cloaked in local folklore. According to the story, Rosenbom was a shipyard worker who fell into poverty after contracting malaria. One bitter winter night, after being given too much alcohol while begging, he was found frozen outside the church, his hand outstretched. His story lives on through the sculpture—if you lift his hat, you’ll find a slot to donate coins to the poor. It’s a touching tribute that adds a very human layer to the site’s maritime legacy.

Interesting structure in the centre of Karlskrona. The old tunnel below adds to the experience of a visit.

Beautiful historic building

You have to check what is below this building !

(Translated by Google) Next to the tower there is a modest but pleasant park, perfect for a short rest while exploring the city. A bit of rubbish takes away one star. (Original) Obok wierzy znajduję się skromny lecz przyjemny park, w sam raz na krótki odpoczynek w trakcie zwiedzania miasta. Trochę śmieci odbiera jedną gwiazdkę.

(Translated by Google) Nice with history and it is well preserved. (Original) Trevligt med historia och den äl välbevarad.

(Translated by Google) A large and beautiful wooden tower in a small park in a quiet area. Ideal as a stop on a walk through Karlskrona. It's best to read a bit of history about it in the travel guide. (Original) Ein grosser und schöner Holzturm in einem kleinen Park in ruhiger Gegend. Ideal als Station auf einem Spaziergang durch Karlskrona. Am besten im Reiseführer noch ein bisschen etwas Geschichtliches darüber lesen.

The Church of the Holy Trinity in Karlskrona is an absolute gem from the outside. Its striking architecture and elegant spire stand out beautifully against the skyline—pure eye candy for fans of classic design. The stonework is impressive, and the churchyard and surrounding square feel peaceful and well cared-for, making it a lovely spot to stroll past or snap a photo. If you enjoy historical buildings and quiet charm, this church is worth seeking out.

Beautiful church with wooden cross. Free entrance.

Very interesting and unusual composition inside. Some of the benches are directed towards the center and others towards the place where you would expect an altar. It looks a bit like a small labyrinth. Worth a visit.

My once Church... can never forget the moments I’ve been involved in their lovely Choir ♥️

Beautiful and all in wood!

Beautiful church. Open every days. Silent. Nice

Nice place, other than in Poland

Boda Borg is one of the most unique and fun experiences out there, and Karlskrona was such a great location! The employees are so wonderful and were incredibly accommodating when we asked for a hint, an icepack, or even just to chat for a few minutes. Highly recommend.

Super fun and challenging! This was our first time, so we had to try the different roomd a couple of times to understand what to do. Well need to come back!

It's a really fun place and I love it. I would love if they added some soft corners on the most dangerous parts and a bit of info before entering. 4 adults had a really hard time to figure out some of the rooms

First, let me say that Boda Borg is an amazing concept. After playing in Boston, we literally travelled to Sweden to play more rooms, and it was well worth the trip! That being said, this particular Boda Borg is a bit older and less impressive than the ones in Oxelösund (amazing) or Boston (pretty great). A number of rooms were down for maintenance, and the overall polish and tech is definitely a lot lower (the bathtub was....interesting), but still overall enjoyable. If you are Boda Borg fanatics like us, make sure you visit Oxelösund !

I never get tired och places like this! Many good challenges, both physically and mentally

Equally fun as always when going to any Boda Borg facility. This time with my brother and that made it harder since some cells are designed for three persons, with some tricks we however solved those after a few tryouts.

A really fun activity for the whole family. Losing one star because it felt a bit rundown and not very well maintained.

Nice peninsula with old wooden buildings and a maritime museum (free entrance!). But nothing too special. I don't know why this is a world heritage site.

Right in the city, yet a separate island. Lovely place to watch the moon rise from the sea

Lovley building and a great lookout place. They also sometimes play theatre here

Great place to visit and walk around

Great views from this historic site

It's a great landmark, great scenery

Beautiful scenery to the east of town

interesting historical place

Couldn't get closer

Nice

(Translated by Google) It looks beautiful from the side when you are sailing on a boat. (Original) Красиво смотрится со стороны, когда плывешь на лодке.

(Translated by Google) Interesting legend, beautiful views... Worth seeing. (Original) Ciekawa legenda, piekne widoki... Warto zobaczyć.

(Translated by Google) Mandatory to round Godnatt at least once. (Original) Obligatoriskt att runda Godnatt minst en gång.

(Translated by Google) A tower in the sea. ;-) (Original) Ein Turm im Meer. ;-)

(Translated by Google) You can't go sightseeing like that. These are military areas. At the gate, a nice soldier told us that it was probably possible to visit in an organized group with a guide. (Original) Nie można zwiedzać od tak. To są tereny wojskowe. Na bramce miły żołnierz nam powiedzial ze prawdopodobnie możliwe jest zwiedzanie w zorganizowanej grupie z przewodnikiem.

(Translated by Google) Incredibly interesting! (Original) Otroligt intressant!

(Translated by Google) Interesting place (Original) Intressant ställe

Beautiful.

Bastion Aurora is such a cool spot to check out in Karlskrona. It’s this old fortification that somehow survived all these years, and it’s the only one left in its original form around here. When you get there, the views of the harbor and the islands are just stunning — really peaceful and perfect if you want to take a breath and soak it all in. I loved how the place feels both historic and alive at the same time, especially when locals gather for concerts or outdoor movies in the summer. It’s one of those hidden gems that feels like a real part of the town’s soul, not just some tourist stop. Definitely worth a visit if you want to feel the vibe of Karlskrona beyond the usual spots.

A great viewing point looking out over the archipelago and the historical naval port, with the provincial governor's house (Residenset) behind you.

Nice place for a break with view over the habour

Awesome! It's a super cozy ( at least i think it's cozy) and beautiful! Recommended!!

Amazing place

Romantic vista rife with Unesco world heritage

(Translated by Google) Nice to be able to go over to Ljungskär over the ice. (Original) Kul att kunna gå över till Ljungskär över isen.