The small historic city of Skara stands between the major lakes of southern Sweden, in the middle of the Västergötland province, about 8 miles northeast of the second city, Gothenburg. The E2 trunk road passes through the outskirts of the city. If you rent a car in Skara you will have the opportunity to visit the acclaimed lakes and forests of Vastergotland, and enjoy its tourist sights. These include the medieval monastery at Varnhem, the shores of Lake Hornborgasjön and the scenic trails through the protected woods of Eahagen-Öglunda nature reserve.
Visitors who hire a car in Skara can find a varied mix of attractions in the immediate vicinity. The best known is the Sommarland theme park, a popular family-friendly combination of waterpark, amusements and rides. The city's landmark cathedral offers a different type of experience, with its twin spires, stone statues and soaring vaulted interior. The impressive Västergötlands Museum combines an open-air collection of typical local rural buildings with the varied historic exhibits inside. Nearby, a small veterinary history museum commemorates the location of Sweden's first vet school.