Local guide
Things to do in Östersund – guides from Hotel Emma
Every day we get asked "what should we do in Östersund?". Here we've collected our best tips – from Jamtli and Frösön to Storsjön, the cafés and the seasonal events just around the corner from Prästgatan.
Buy Pokémon cards in Östersund – booster packs at Hotel Emma
We sell Pokémon TCG booster packs at reception – modern sets and older, hard-to-find favourites.
Read the guide →SummerFrösön in summer
Views over Storsjön, Frösö Church, swim spots and easy walks – a simple outing from central Östersund.
Read the guide →MuseumJamtli in Östersund
Opening hours, tickets and tips for the regional museum, Nationalmuseum Jamtli and the open-air museum.
Read the guide →FishingGrayling fishing in Storsjön
The best spots by the footbridges, Frösön and Badhusparken – season, flies and practical tips.
Read the guide →SummerSummer by Storsjön – Badhusparken & Surfbukten
Swim, wakeboard, paddle or just walk – the best summer spot in the middle of town.
Read the guide →Food & coffeeOutdoor dining in central Östersund
The best food on Prästgatan – coffee, lunch, dinner and outdoor terraces within a few minutes' walk.
Read the guide →EventStorsjöyran 2026 – tips, artists & where to stay
31 July–1 August the city festival takes over central Östersund. Tips on atmosphere, Krogstråket and accommodation.
Read the guide →EventBiathlon Östersund 2027 – World Cup in March
IBU Biathlon World Cup 11–14 March 2027. Tips on accommodation, transport and city life during the race weekend.
Read the guide →EventBiathlon World Cup opening Östersund 2027
Season opener 26 November–5 December 2027. Tips on accommodation, transport and winter atmosphere in Östersund.
Read the guide →Stay in the heart of town
Hotel Emma sits on Prästgatan – walking distance to almost everything in our guides.
Check availabilityMore tips at visitostersund.se.