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PipiRuha
This museum looked quite small from the outside, so I was surprised to find myself lose several hours in there. The collections are fantastically put together- great variety and really well presented. My favourite was the Picture Stones, an exhibition of rune stones from several centuries ago. This museum is very absorbing, and painted a very vivid picture of Gotland's history.
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Vern1973
My favorite exhibition is the Stoneage hedgehog-clothed women. So much knowledge and history here. Great for all ages but my kids got scared of the skeletons on the 2nd floor.
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cassandral409
Excellent variety, well presented and explained (for those of us speaking/reading only in English!). A fantastic mix of art, history, archaeological pieces. A definite must, even for those not overly drawn to museums, this one will fascinate you - allow a couple of hours to really enjoy it. Reasonable price. (Sorry, did not notice if there were wheelchair or baby facilities, lockers etc)
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KerryandMary
After this museum you can see Gotland with understanding. Good descriptions in English and a complete history or why this island is different and worth your time to explore.
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ULFK847
An unique Collection of gold- and silver treasures found on the Island. A very good display of rune-and picturestones from the bronzeage to the wikingage.A very good display about the development of the city of Wisby and the city wall (World heritage).The full story about the battle outside Wisby in 1361 ("Korsbetningen") when the Danes killed a very large number of mainly farmers from Gotland.
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Adria67
We saw several museums in Stockholm before traveling to the town of Visby on the island of Gotland and this was still the best we saw. Three floors of medieval and Viking artifacts. The first floor rune stones are wonderful. The price is reasonable and "kids" under the age of 20 are free. I would recommend at least a couple of hours here. You won't be sorry.
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GreenawayUsa
The best part of this museum for me were the explanations of what's written on the rune stones archaeologists frequently find on Gotland.
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KaruStrasbourg
Visit to Gotlands Museum at Visby is a must for everyone interested in Nordic history. Take at least 2 hours to enjoy the three floors covering history from ancient times to the present. My favorites were the runic stones on the ground floor and rooms dedicated to medieval history.
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AmandafromVancouver
From 11th century rune stones to 9000 year old skeletons, from a local love story to a summary of executions, this museum has something for everyone.
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meilinac
I'm fond of Viking stuff and cultural museum.After reading a great review about it, I made a note to visit this museum.Yes, it's a quite amazing museum!From Gotland fossils, Viking rune stone and artifacts (including the skeleton), medieval time - battle of Visby (I'm just glad I was not born in that time), and experience the cellar.Just be there and "lost in time" in the maze of Gotlands Museum.:)