Discover the best museums in Västerås and find out about the things to see and to do, exhibitions, opening hours, prices and discounts in the list of museums in Västerås, or apply filters and navigate through the map.

Västerås is one of Sweden's oldest cities, located on the shores of Lake Mälaren in central Sweden. Founded in the 13th century, this historic city has played a significant role in Swedish history, particularly during the Middle Ages when it was an important religious center with its impressive cathedral.

Today, Västerås combines its rich cultural heritage with modern industrial development, being known as a technology hub and home to several major Swedish companies. The city preserves its historical character through various cultural institutions and architectural landmarks, while also embracing contemporary art and design. The mixture of medieval structures, including the cathedral and castle ruins, alongside modern architecture reflects the city's evolution through time. Its location by Lake Mälaren has historically influenced both its development as a trading port and its cultural life.

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Museums in Västerås

This overview contains all museums in and around Västerås. Curious about which museums there are in Västerås? These are the museums:

Exhibitions in Västerås

Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Västerås.

Västerås discounts and discount cards & passes

Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Västerås.