Visby

Port Visby stands apart from other Baltic calls by welcoming visitors with a living medieval tapestry framed by the island's wild, wind-sculpted landscape. The town is a UNESCO-listed Hanseatic gem whose intact ramparts, cobbled alleys and ringwalls invite you to step back in time, while still offering modern comforts just a short walk away. Signature experiences blend culture and nature: guided strolls along the Visby Ringmur, a candle-lit wander through medieval lanes, and day trips to Gotland's dramatic rauk fields—Langhammars and Dämba—where 400-million-year-old limestone spires rise from the sea. For explorers, the island rewards with wide sandy beaches, wild orchids blooming in glades, and the island’s centuries-old sheep farming echoing along rural lanes. As a port, Visby welcomes mid-sized ships with easy, walk-off access to the town center, so guests can tailor mornings to Gothic architecture or seaside cliff drives. Onboard, crews curate Nordic-inspired fare and onboard amenities that pair with shore excursions—local fika tastings, Baltic seafood, and nature talks about Gotland's ecology—ensuring every guest returns with stories as vivid as the island's red-roofed houses. Visby is more than a stop; it is a doorway to a living heritage island, where history and natural grandeur unfold in harmony with the Baltic sea.