About Meet the Locals
Meet the Locals is a platform that connects visitors with people who live in West Sweden and are happy to share their interests, everyday routines, and favourite places. The idea is simple: meaningful travel happens through real encounters, not just sightseeing.
The initiative brings together a diverse group of Locals who open up small windows into daily life — whether through nature, crafts, food, conversation, or shared activities. Each experience is shaped by the person offering it, making every meeting personal and unique.
All Locals take part voluntarily and independently, in their own time. Some experiences involve a small fee to cover basic costs, while many are free. To make the most of your visit, we recommend contacting Locals well in advance.
Meet the Locals is part of West Sweden’s wider work to support sustainable, community-based tourism — helping visitors discover the region in a more thoughtful and responsible way.
What can I expect from a meeting with a Local that I have found at Meet the Locals?
Meet the Locals is about people meeting people, sharing interests and stories together. Our Locals all have something unique to share with you and they are interested in your stories too. Like all good social gatherings – what you get out of it depends to some extent on what you put in.
Each local is meeting people on their own terms and they have no contract with West Sweden Tourist Board.
Can something go wrong?
A meeting between people might not always go as planned, but most things can be solved with mutual respect and an open dialogue. Even when things did not turn out as expected.
Meet the Locals is somewhere for people to meet people, and West Sweden Tourist Board takes no responsibility if either party is unhappy with the meeting.
Please read the Terms & Conditions
If you have any other questions please contact us
Now what?
Take a look at Meet the Locals and find a piece of everyday Swedish life, and a Local that looks interesting. Send them a message and find a date that suits you both. Enjoy your meeting! It’s really that simple.
Our Locals are meeting you in their spare time so give them as much notice as possible, and if the first person you contact happens to be busy, keep looking! There are plenty of Locals to choose from and they all have something fascinating to share.