Entertainment & Culture

18 Unique Museums in and Around Örebro

Published August 28, 2024 / Updated September 4, 2026
Did you know there are lots of exciting and somewhat unusual museums in and around Örebro? These often more specialized museums are a real cultural treasure trove, offering insights into and knowledge about everyday life, shoes, paper, railways, trucks, and much more.

As well-known as the Örebro County Museum, Örebro Castle, and the Wadköping Open-Air Museum may be , Örebro and its surrounding area have several other museums that are well worth a visit. These range from the 1950s apartments in Hällefors, the Shoe Industry Museum in Kumla, and the Biological Museum in Örebro to the Bofors Industrial Museum in Karlskoga, the Soccer Museum in Degerfors, and the Kopparberg Museums with their many exciting exhibits.

Whether you’re interested in history, crafts, or industry—or just want to experience something out of the ordinary—take a look at the list. Pick out a few highlights, or why not check them all off, one by one?

18 exciting museums in Örebro

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A kiosk with a 1950s vibe in Nostalgibyn in Hosta, Fellingsbro.

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