Alsters Herrgård, a mere 8 kilometres east of Karlstad, holds the legacy of the beloved Swedish poet Gustaf Fröding, who was born here in 1860. Delve into the poet's life through guided tours, where anecdotes and poems bring his history to life. The restaurant, set in a period manor, serves home-cooked meals, while the café beckons with delightful homemade pastries. The estate's verdant park provides a panoramic view of Vänern, complemented by a play forest for children. In the east wing, there's a gallery and shop while in the west wing, local handicrafts from all over Värmland are sold.

Surrounded by a beautiful castle, this great zoo is located in the nature. You can walk around, interact with animals, have a picnic at one of the wooden tables. Most of the animals are not caged and benefited from a pleasant environment, where you can also feed the goats.

With the exception of Cardiff Castle, St John the Baptist Church is the oldest building in the city. The church originally dates back to 1180 but was destroyed in 1404 during the Welsh Revolt and rebuilt thereafter in Gothic style. Now it serves as an Anglican church and is open to the public for prayer or visit.

The magnificently preserved Musée de la Pagerie is a former sugar estate and the birthplace of Marie Joseph Rose Tascher de la Pagerie, better known as Empress Josephine, Napoleon Bonaparte's first wife. A guide will take you through the estate to admire the numerous artifacts and share fascinating stories from Josephine's childhood.