The city of Umeå is situated in northern Sweden and it is the capital of Västerbotten County. Umeå is located on the Ume River and is actually the biggest city in Norrland which makes it the twelfth biggest city in Sweden. Hiring a car from Umeå Railway Station lets you freely explore the city which is a centre for cultural activities, due to hosting many annual film and music festivals. Umeå was also elected as the European Cultural Capital for 2014. You can also find the Opera of northern Sweden, the Norrland Opera, in the city.
Rent a car from Umeå Railway Station and get the chance to see one of the world's largest collections of privately owned guitars at the Umeå Guitar Museum. The museum is home to 500 exhibits and visitors are encouraged to experience the interactive exhibitions containing electric guitars, basses, and amps. For a unique experience head to Algens Hus which is Europe's first elk farm. At the farm you can even get up close to some of the tame elk and even touch them. Walk around the museum, take in the rock carvings and view the collection of giant horns.
