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Vitlycke museum

Vitlycke museum - Discover the World Heritage Rock carvings in Tanum

Welcome to Vitlycke Museum, the visitor center for the World Heritage rock carvings in Tanum. Explore this UNESCO-listed site through engaging activities and guided tours. We bring the Bronze Age to life for visitors of all ages. Join us and uncover the fascinating stories behind the rock carvings!

What´s on?

Rock carving with sun symbol.

Activities 2025

Discover the latest events at Vitlycke Museum. Here you will find everything about upcoming workshops, activities, events, and programs that will make your visit memorable.

cinnamon buns.

Café Bronze

Café Bronze is reopening and offering simple refreshments during the off-season.

Woman with green hoodie in museum shop.

Rock art shop

Rock Art Shop: Nature-inspired products with a historical touch.

The Bronze Age village in spring.

The bronze age farm

The Bronze Age Farm is an outdoor exhibition with reconstructed 3000-year-old longhouses, built on a 1:1 scale. You can take part in various activities here during the summer. Entrance to The Bronze Age farm is included in the museum ticket. You can reach it through the main entrance of the museum.

visitors walking follows a sign reading rock carvings.

Guided tours

Vitlycke museum offers guided tours for all groups. During the high season, we have 30-minute tours that don’t need to be booked. Our tours are suitable for individuals, companies, bus tour operators, and schools.

rock carvings, warriors and ships.

World heritage rock carvings in Tanum

The World Heritage Site has its own website, providing detailed information about the attractions within the World Heritage site as well as facts about the rock carvings.

two dogs in front of rock carvings

Visiting with Your Dog: What to Know

Only guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed inside Vitlycke Museum. Dogs are welcomed in all outdoor areas connected to Vitlycke Museum. Here you will find more information about visiting us with your dog.

Opening hours & information

Opening hours for museum and shop

April 1–April 31

10:00–16:00 (Monday-Sunday)

More info: opening hours

Café Bronze

Rock Art shop

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Guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed inside the museum.

Visiting with Your Dog: What to Know