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About the City (Clicking on red colored text will link to more info or videos or official sites)
Inner City North
North comprises of Norrmalm (commercial district); Drottninggatan (shopping district) Kungsgatan (main shopping street); Hötorget City (Series of five skyscrapers containing a shopping promenade known as Sergelgatan); Sergels Torg (public square); Vasastaden district (cheaper hotels, several restaurants); Östermalm district (Stureplan Square); Karlaplan Square (museums, including the Swedish Museum of National Antiquities) Humlegården (popular public park); Djurgården (main attractions). |
Inner City South
South comprises of Gamla Stan or Old Town (varied attractions, very popular area), Stortorget, Södermalm (bohemian), Medborgarplatsen, or Citizen's Square (eateries and nightlife), Katarina kyrka (Church of Catherine), Maria Magdalena, Katolska Domkyrkan (St. Eric's Cathedral); Kungsholmen, just northwest of Södermalm, grandiose brick Stockholm City Hall sits along the Riddarfjärden bay (several restaurants, bars); Västermalmsgallerian (expansive shopping mall). |
Gamla Stan or Old Town
Island of Gamla Stan strategically straddles gateway between Baltic Sea and inland Lake Mälaren. Cobbled streets and narrow, 17th-century alleys (the smallest one being only 67cm wide!) create unique atmosphere. Grand baroque architecture, winding cobblestone streets, former royal residence, cathedral, waterfront views make this small area a don't-miss sightseeing zone. The bulk is on island Stadsholmen, Riddarholmen, tiny island just to the west, is usually seen as part of Gamla Stan. |
Norrmalm
Busy, is characterized by Drottninggatan, Central Station, and cultural facilities. Kulturhuset, St. Jacobs Church, the Royal Opera, Sweden House, and several appealing parks crowd into Norrmalm. Crowded with retail shops, big department stores, and on detached island, the national Parliament. While tourists are an unavoidable part of the Norrmalm picture, the vast majority of the crowds surrounding you here are residents. Norrmalm is the beating heart of today's Stockholm. |
Sodermalm
A favorite neighborhoods. As its name implies, the island forms the southern part of central Stockholm. Once known as a working-class neighborhood, a hipster revolution has turned this area into a hot-spot known for edgy shops, trendy bars, and funky restaurants. While museums are few, the stunning views of the city from the rocky northern heights outclass many other sights. Affectionately called Söder. Slussen & Medborgarplatsen, connected by Götgatan (pedestrian shopping street) |
Östermalm
This is the most elegant and most exclusive part of town with some of the city’s most impressive buildings, high-end specialty shops and stately apartment blocks with flats that are sold for absurd amounts of money. Östermalm centers on its parks; particularly the magnificent Humlegården, which encircles the Royal Library. The lovely Karlavägen boulevard and Karlaplan circle are the heart of Östermalm. Average wait list time for 1st hand rental contract in Östermalm: Around 17 years. |
Kungsholmen
Mainly residential area between Södermalm and Östermalm. Lots of cafés, restaurants. Locals and atmosphere is laid back. Famous City Hall with the national symbol of the three crowns on its top is located, and it is open for visitors. On some Saturdays and Sundays there is an indoor/outdoor market on Horntulls Strand called STREET, where different kinds of designers, craftsmen and artists showcase and sell their stuff. It is a great place to shop for vintage furniture and clothing. |
Archipelago, Venice of North
Stockholms skärgård, contains Vaxholm, Värmdö, Grinda, Sandhamn & Utö covering about 140 kilometres, many summerhouses here. Party or peace and quiet, sunbathing on a beach or hiking in the woods, camping or staying comfortably in a yachtsman’s hotel, truly multifaceted! You will find a little bit of everything here, from easily accessible to out-and-out wilderness adventure on the most remote of the islands. Ferry service Cinderella and Waxholmsbolaget. There are also archipelago taxi boats. |
Royal Palace
One of the largest European palace, official residence of King of Sweden, over 600 rooms. Open to the public, with five museums. largely built during 18th century in the Italian Baroque style. Also contains the Armory, with royal costumes and armor, as well as coronation carriages and magnificent coaches from the Royal Stable. See Gustav III’s Museum of Antiquities, Tre Kronor Museum, Treasury. Make sure not to miss the parade of soldiers and daily changing of the guard. |
Gripsholm & Skokloster Castle
Gripsholm contains furniture, handicrafts and interiors from four centuries. Highlights include Gustav III’s theatre and Swedish National Portrait collection. During the summer the steamer Mariefred operates on the route Stadshuskajen-Mariefred, maintaining its 100 years old route, still with the original steam engine. Visit one of the world’s greatest baroque castles in a beautiful natural setting by Mälaren’s shore near Arlanda! at the Skokloster Castle. |
Drottningholm Palace
Take a day trip to Drottningholm and experience a historic milieu of the highest standard. Drottningholm Palace is Sweden's best preserved royal palace constructed in the seventeenth century, the permanent residence of the royal family and one of Stockholm's three World Heritage Sites. The rooms in the southern part of the palace are reserved for members of the royal family. It is on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. |
Rosersberg Palace
Rosersberg Palace is a royal residence with furnishings intact from the reigns of Karl XIII and Karl XIV Johan. The Oxenstierna family built the palace in the 1630s and it has been at the disposal of the royal family since 1762. Today it has a wealth of well-preserved, unique textiles from the late Gustavian 1700s to the Empire style of the 1800s. The vast palace grounds in their Lake Mälaren setting add to Rosersberg’s charm. |
The City Hall
Featuring 3 Golden Crowns, it's a famous silhouette. Built from eight million bricks, and the 106 meter tall tower has the three crowns which is the Swedish national coat of arms, at its apex. It is open to public through guided tours only (Swedish and English). Climb up inside the tower and enjoy a fantastic view over the city. Probably best known for being the venue for the annual Nobel Prize banquet. A popular tourist destination. It's where Stockholm is governed. |
Nationalstadsparken
The National City Park (27 sq.km) and the park areas around Brunnsviken lake are popular for picnics, swimming and recreation. The area features a beautiful rolling park setting, a botanical garden, cafes, palaces and several buildings of historic interest. Haga Park, on the western shore, was laid out between 1771 and 1793 on the initiative of Gustav III. The park has promenade streets along the shores and beautiful avenues. Park has promenade streets along shores and beautiful avenues. |
The Cathedral
Stockholm’s medieval Cathedral, built in 1279, houses unique objects such as the St George and the Dragon sculpture (1489), the legendary Vädersoltavlan (1535) and Lena Lervik’s sculpture ”Joseph and Mary” (2002). Since 1527, the Cathedral has been a Lutheran church. A wide range of religious services and concerts are held. The wedding of T.R.H. Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel took place on Saturday, June 19, 2010 in Stockholm Cathedral. |
Engelbrekt Church
The award-winning Engelbrekt Church (Engelbrektskyrkan) dates back to the early 20th century and offers a subtle mixture of Byzantine and Art Nouveau influenced architecture. Standing high above much of Stockholm, the church's tower is its most obvious feature and can be seen for literally miles. Located at Östermalmsgatan 20. Engelbrektsgatan Church is one of the main works carried out by the Art Nouveau style from the early 1900s. |
The Chinese Pavilion
Visit the unique Chinese Pavilion on the Drottningholm Palace grounds. King Adolf Fredrik built the pavilion for Queen Lovisa Ulrika’s birthday in the 1750s. The court lived the country life here during the Age of Liberty. The Chinese Pavilion has one of Europe’s best examples of rococo furnishings with chinoiserie, painting a picture of relations between Asia and Europe 300 years ago. Drottningholm with the Chinese Pavilion is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
Gustav III's Pavilion
One of the finest examples of late 18th century Swedish Gustavian style located in beautiful Hagaparken park surroundings. The Pavilion was built as a home for King Gustav III, but the interior decoration, by Louis Masreliez, was not completed until 1792, the year of the king’s death. As a highlight in Swedish art history, the Pavilion is a fine example of the European neoclassicism of the late 18th century in Northern Europe. During summer the pavillion is open for guided tours. |
The Riddarholmen Church
Stockholm’s only remaining medieval abbey, built in the late 1200s. The church is the last resting place of the Swedish monarchs and aristocracy, including Gustav II Adolf, Karl XII, Gustav V and their consorts. A quick visit. The coffins of several key Swedish monarchs can be viewed downstairs. Hanging on the walls of the church are the coats of arms of those inducted to the Order of the Seraphim, including Emperor Hirohito of Japan and Generalissimo Chiang Kai-Shek of the Republic of China. |
The Woodland Cemetery
A place of sublime beauty and poetry. Created over a period of a quarter century (1915-1940) on about 250 acres of pine-covered boulder ridge under the direction of the famous modernist architects Gunnar Asplund and Sigurd Lewerentz. Considered one of the most important works of the modernists, it evokes a Nordic philosophy on nature, life, and death. There are also a number of beautiful chapels and a visitors center. The Woodland Cemetery is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1994. |
Freedom Gate
More than 50 years passed since the fleeing of over 30000 Estonians and Swedes over the Baltic Sea to Sweden. Several related events took place in 1994, during which the Estonians and Estonian Swedes living in Sweden introduced their history, culture and activities over the years. As a peak of these events a monument was erected, Freedom Gate, and presented to the Swedish people as an expression of gratitude to them and a remembrance to the future generations. |
Globe Arena
The Stockholm Globe Arena, known as the Ericsson Globe or Globen, apparently is the world’s largest round building and the cute little glass orbs climb up the rounded the skin of the structure. Boasting a diameter of 328 feet and height of 278 feet. Stockholm's Globen is regularly used for concerts, shows, various sporting events and even ice hockey games, and has a total maximum capacity for around 16,000 seated spectators. |
Kaknäs Tower
For an utterly spectacular aerial view of Stockholm and its surroundings, visit this 510ft tall television tower dominating the Östermalm area, making it the city's tallest structure. This is a relatively modern landmark which was erected in 1967 and for many years remained the tallest building in the whole of Scandinavia. A speedy lift will transport visitors to the very top, where they are met with breathtaking views, an outdoor observation deck and a popular restaurant. |
Riddarhuset
The famous Swedish House of Lords has been a noteworthy landmark in Stockholm for more than 300 years, being completed in the middle of the 17th century and boasting exquisite Baroque architecture with strong Dutch influences. Today, the Riddarhuset houses a private institution, which concentrates on preserving much of Sweden's rich culture and history, and also features an acclaimed genealogical department and library. |
Historiska Museet
The National Historical Museum is packed with history spanning thousands of years, from as far back into prehistory as we can go, via the Viking era to the Middle Ages. Encounter the most fantastic artefacts and lose yourself in stories about the past and the people who lived before us. Visit the gold room, see how the vikings lived or admire our Gothic Hall and its medieval ecclesiastical art. You'll find a wide variety of things in well-stocked museum shop. Buy a copy of some original Viking jewellery! |
Storholmen Viking Village
When you mention the word ‘Viking’ to anyone they will conjure up images of fierce warriors burning and slaughtering their way across Europe. But the Vikings had more sides to their nature too, which is shown at Storholmen Viking Village, situated north of capital. Here you will encounter exciting people from the east as well as the west, teaching you ancient handicrafts, and telling you about the every day life of viking age, an experimental open air museum. The focus of the village is on the home life of the Vikings. |
Fotografiska
Vital centre for contemporary photography. Their ambition is to exhibit world-renown photographers, many of who have never shown in Sweden. Located in the heart of Stockholm, the museum has an exhibition space of 2 500 square meters, and will feature 4 major exhibitions per year and approximately 15 - 20 minor exhibitions. Aim is to engage and inspire a dialogue on photography via exhibitions, seminars, and courses. Constantly acquiring contemporary photography for their permanent collection. |
Vasa Museum
The Vasa is the only preserved seventeenth-century ship in the world, and a unique art treasure. More than 95 percent of the ship is original, and it is decorated with hundreds of carved sculptures. The most visited museum in Scandinavia, with over one million visitors a year. There are nine different exhibitions around the ship to tell about life on board the ship. In addition there is a well-stocked shop and a pleasant restaurant. Tours of the museum take place every day. |
Kungliga Myntkabinettet
Kungliga Myntkabinettet, or the Royal Coin Cabinet, is the national museum of economy with a special interest in the history of money & finance. The museum is located right next to the Royal Palace in the historic Old Town (Gamla Stan). There are several great exhibitions in the museum including the history of Swedish coins, money of the world, and historic medals (including the Nobel medal). n the new exhibition at the Royal Coin Cabinet, you can see the new banknotes up close. |
Spritmuseum
The Museum of Spirits is a unique destination located in Stockholm’s two remaining 18th-century naval buildings on the island of Djurgården. With a focus on the Swedish people’s bittersweet relationship to alcohol, the museum exhibitions will take you on an unforgettable journey from pain to pleasure, from park bench to cocktail party, based on art, scenery, experience, scents, and tastes… Rarely has an afternoon soaked in alcohol yielded so many wise insights. |
Skansen Open-Air Museum
Skansen consists of the oldest open-air museum and zoo, with a beautiful location on Royal Djurgården. Swedish traditions such as Midsummer, Walpurgis Night and Lucia are celebrated at Skansen. Skansen in the Christmas season is a special event, with a Christmas market, traditional Swedish julbord (Christmas buffet) and hopefully snow. Those who want to enjoy a traditional Swedish smörgåsbord can have their wish at the Solliden restaurant. Skansen has several restaurants and charming cafés. |
Moderna Museet
Experience one of Europe's foremost collections of art from the twentieth century to today, featuring works by artists including Picasso, Dali, Derkert and Matisse. The museum's large collections and temporary exhibitions present contemporary art side by side with the modern classics. Moderna Museet is located on Skeppsholmen island, a setting of natural beauty. The building was designed by Spanish architect Rafael Moneo. The museum offers a first-class program of temporary exhibitions. |
Skyview
A pair of classic-looking orbs, called SkyView, carry 16 passengers each as they scale the Globe on rails operating based on ski-lift technology. The trip up takes three minutes and a round-trip visit takes 20 minutes. Combine the trip with a guided tour of Globe itself, take the time to enjoy a delicious lunch in our excellent restaurant! The restaurant SkyView Cafe stays open all day long. Have a seat inside or out in the sun and enjoy a nice meal or relax with a refreshing drink. |
Junibacken
The Story Train takes you on an amazing journey through the magical fairy tale world of Astrid Lindgren. Meet Mardie, Emil, Karlsson on the Roof and many others. Experience a treasure trove of Swedish children’s books through playful exhibits and a well-stocked children’s bookstore. Restaurant with the most beautiful view in Stockholm. A house that bubbles with stories, laughter, familiar figures, and mischief. Story-time characters come to life, and you can play and make noise. |
Skansen Zoo & Aquarium
Here at the Zoo you will find the Nordic animals and exotic wild animals in the region called "Our Africa", Petting is encouraged. The Skansen Aquarium, sharing space with the Zoo, with the World of Monkeys, has about 200 exotic species. Meet fish, corals, crocodiles, turtles, lizards, snakes, naked mole-rats, pygmy marmosets, golden lion tamarins, baboons, lemurs, spiders, insects, bats and parrots. See the lemurs and the animals in the Children's Rain Forest. Enjoy Skansen's Childrens Circus. |
Kolmarden Zoo
Kolmården is Scandinavia’s biggest and wildest wildlife park. Meet 750 wild attractions from all the jungles, savannahs and oceans of the world… all in one place! Go with the new, exciting experience Safari, meet tigers in nerve-tingling close up at Tiger World, watch a world-class dolphin show at Marine World, meet world famous young gorillas Enzo & Echo and much, much more. The world’s first Wildlife Park gondola s a unique Safari. They have the storybook setting of Bamse’s World. |
Gröna Lund Tivoli
Experience a joyful and magical world where you can bond with family and friends over food, a concert or on Twister’s curves! Gröna Lund features 32 attractions, including seven roller coasters and the world’s highest Free Fall Tilt, all of which lead to laughter, butterflies in the stomach and excitement for the whole family. Admission is included in the Stockholm Card, with the exception of temporarily higher fees, for example during concert nights. |
Aquaria Water Museum
At Aquaria, you can explore the tropical rain forest, the seven seas and the Nordic lakes plus learn how it feels to be right in the midst of a thunderstorm in the rain forest. Get close to sharks or follow free swimming sea trout as they leap from the Baltic Sea right into the museum. Relax in the coffee shop and enjoy its stunning sea views. A living Amazon rainforest with giant catfish, stingrays and piranhas. Sea tank with sharks and moray eel, as well as corals, anemones, crustacesans and schools of fish. |
Observatory Museum
Enjoy the atmosphere in the old observatory from 1753. See telescopes and other exciting scientific tools used by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Weather permitting, telescope observations are possible Tuesdays and Thursdays during October - March. Guided tours in Swedish, written information is available in English. Free admission to the Observatory Museum with the Stockholm à la Carte card! The museum is open with guided tours 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00. |
Science & Technology Museum
See the 100 most important innovations of all time, as selected by the Swedish people, in the museum’s biggest exhibition to date (from 25/2). Christopher Polhem – celebrate the 350th anniversary of the birth of this inventor and universal genius; try his brilliant inventions. See how your energy use affects the environment in The Energy Game. Anyone can be an inventor, whether you are young or old, male or female. Be inspired by Inventions of Women. Try out a range of various sports. |
Leksaksland
Experience a unique collection of toys. Famous themes like Playmobil, Star Wars, Barbie, Disney, Smurfs, Tintin, James Bond, Lundby's dollhouses, the McDonald's-toys and much more. The toy worlds can be activated with the push of a button. Dare to enter "The Scary Room"? Here you can experience realistic and imaginative displays as well as discover and rediscover the well-known figures from the classical world of books and movies. |
Solvalla
Sweden’s biggest harness-racing track, with about 80 race-days per year. The highlight of the year is an elite race in May. V86 betting takes place every Wednesday. Exceptions can occur. The elite race on the last Sunday in May is harness racing’s annual highlight. Several restaurants in the area. Price for admission for sdultd is SEK 50. Located at Solvalla Travbana 16102 Bromma, tel: +46(0)8-635 90 00. Free admission with the Stockholm Card. |
Tom Ti's Experiment
Feel the speed of whizzing down a slide that extends through the entire building, look at optical illusions, experience windstorms and earthquakes. At Tom Tit’s there are more than 600 exhibits to feel, jump, bounce and balance. Everything is hands-on and fun for all ages. Two large four-story buildings and a park (the park is open during the summer) also provide space for peace and quiet. Café, restaurant, picnic room, shop. Program and shows on weekends and school holidays. |
The Butterfly House
The Haga Gardens and its butterfly house are ideal for all ages. In the butterfly house itself, you can walk around among uncaged birds and butterflies. Enjoy the outdoors honeybee hives, exotic flower beds, Scandinavian vegetable gardens and an Asian fantasy garden that has its own hummingbird house. If you come from a part of the world where hummingbirds don’t hover outside your window, these tiny, vibrant birds are worth the visit alone. |
The Culture Festival
During summer in mid-August, the outdoor cultural life of Stockholm explodes into more than 350 shows within music, street arts, dance, litterature, children area, visual arts, etc. Performed by 200 Swedish and international artists, companies from all over the globe. The festival area stretches from Sergels torg, the big square in front of the The Cultural Centre (Kulturhuset), to the entrance of the Royal Dramatic Theatre and the beautiful waterfront of Stockholm - a total distance of 1000 meters. |
Beer & Whisky Festival
As the very name suggests, it hails the glory of beer and whisky as two very popular beverage. Come here for some beer tasting or to attend the tutorial sessions on beer making with more than 500 national and international names participating. Along with the alcohol, enjoy the live performances that go in tandem with the main gala. One of Europe's largest beer and whiskey festivals Over 26,000 visitors. Breweries gather from world over for Swedens largest alcohol happening. |
Gay Pride Festival
Arguably the largest festival on the calendar in Stockholm. Besides being a time for the LGBT community to party & demonstrate, an opportunity for Stockholmers in general to celebrate the tolerance in Swedish society and the fact that the city has been named the gay friendliest city on the planet, not once, but twice. tons of events each day, movies, seminars, workshops, concerts, performances, parties and (of course) the parade. Also anightly parties at different venues throughout the city each evening. |
The Chocolate Festival
The Chocolate Festival is all about quality and indulgence. The aim is to spread the word on top quality chocolate, and to highlight the people who work with this fabulous substance day in and day out. The annual Chocolate Festival is one of the big highlights of the fall. Enjoy the best gourmet chocolate and meet bakers and other experts. There are demonstrations, shows and competitions including a chocolate sculpture competition and the prestigious "Cake Maker of the Year" |
The ICE Hotel
One of the 7 Wonders of Sweden, famous worldwide, with its clear ice and lots of natural wilderness outside the large hotel building. The pure waters of the river Torne gives the creations inside this ice hotel quite a bit of sparkle. Construction of the ICEHOTEL begins in November each year and 60 ice hotel rooms are open to guests in mid December. The Ice Church and the Main Hall are done by Christmas and the entire hotel is completed by early January. Also has an Absolut Icebar. |
The Sign Hotel
Probably the biggest hotel in Stockholm. Off the lobby is the first Scandinavian branch of the acclaimed Manhattan restaurant Aquavit, whose chef, Marcus Samuelsson, was reared in Sweden. Many floors above, facing a broad channel of water on the hotel’s opposite side, is a spa and fitness center with first-rate equipment. All over the hotel you will find beautiful black and white photography art by well known Scandinavian photo artists, Enjoy the art, experience Stockholm from above at Selma CitySpa. |
The Golden Hits Bar
For anyone who prefers live music to DJs, this is the place to go to. Here, it is the décor that sets the mood for this lively bar and restaurant. With wooden furnishings, stained-glass backdrop diffused lighting, musical instruments hanging down from the ceiling, ABBA posters and the grammophone record, this is one groovy venue. Golden Hits is perfect with the awesome crowd, great food and live music. The average cost is SEK 100. Location: Kungsgatan 29 |
Club Kharma
Welcome to the most visited and most famous nightclub in Stockholm! Club Kharma in Stockholm has a mixed crowd with lots of vibe. Inside the club, the exotic allure of the Orient is combined with the calm order of Scandinavian cool. With different club events, special parties and club entertainment, Club Kharma offers lots of action all year around. The location of Club Kharma is Sturegatan 10. Club Kharma is open from 10 pm until 3 am Tuesday through Saturday. |
Grand Hôtel
If you’re the only hotel in town with panoramic views of the Royal Palace, chances are you’re pretty grand. They have been hosting royalty, dignitaries, socialites, celebrities and Nobel Prize laureates since 1874. With the help of a concierge, you can rent a yacht for the day, hire a custom tailor, dig into an eight-course, Nordic-inspired meal at Michelin-starred Mathias Dahlgren’s restaurant (located within the hotel) and retire for the night in the stupendous 330-square-meter Princess Lilian Suite. |
Hotel Rival
There’s nothing 1970s kitschy about this posh boutique hotel owned by founding ABBA member Benny Andersson. Located in Södermalm, an area known for its outdoor cafés, vintage stores and ethnic restaurants, each of the Rival’s 99 rooms has a unique design. Parts of its cocktail bar date to 1937 and the hotel has a 700-seat theater complete with a stage, heavy curtains and dressing rooms for conferences. More importantly, the Rival also serves the most sought-after smörgåsbord brunch in town. |
Clarion Sign Hotel
Fresh. Hip. Bold. Bright. These and many other synonyms you can pull out of the dictionary describe the Clarion Sign Hotel. While it's the largest hotel in Stockholm with 558 rooms, it still feels tastefully pulled together with large rooms, clean lines, contemporary furnishings and a rooftop terrace with pool, where you may very well find those tall blondes congregating. Eat at superstar local chef Marcus Samuelsson’s restaurant Aquavit Grill & Raw Bar. |
Scandic Hotels
The word “budget” is relative in Stockholm, where a simple sandwich costs 65 krona. But when it comes to overall value, it’s hard to beat this chain of 20 Scandic hotels that dot the city. Fantastic breakfast buffet spreads with both cold and warm dishes, free high-speed wireless Internet in all rooms and on-site gyms and saunas mark a typical location. While rooms are modest, minimalist and efficient, you're in Scandinavia, after all, each Scandic hotel lobby is designed with mingling in mind. |
MOOD
Opened in March 2012, MOOD is Stockholm's newest upscale shopping district, spanning an entire city block. A two-story-high fashion model in customarily contorted repose welcomes visitors to this stylish mall. Keep an eye out for local celebrities and Stockholm’s elite as you meander through brand name stores like Victoria Beckham, and Club Monaco. |
Gallerian
Stockholm's first shopping mall.More down to earth and affordable, Gallerian on Hamngatan offers a quintessential shopping mall experience. That's not meant in a bad way. This is Stockholm’s largest galleria, with some 80 cafés, clothing stores, restaurants and other specialty shops. Located in Hamngatan, this is Stockholm's first shopping mall. |
Hötorgshallen
Though pricier cousin Östermalms Saluhall is spotlighted in nearly every Stockholm guidebook, you can head to international food market Hötorgshallen in Hötorget for fresh goods -- cured meat, aged cheese, bread, jam, fruit, vegetables -- at a fraction of the cost. Foods range from South American to Asian to Middle Eastern, all in a bustling beehive atmosphere. |
SoFo (South of Folkungagatan)
From rockabilly outlet Silvetto and vintage clothing store Tjallamalla to record store Pet Sounds, if you’re into vintage of all sorts -- vinyl records, throwback clothes, paraphernalia, odd knickknacks -- you won’t find them at all if you can’t find them in Stockholm’s SoFo district. Should your visit coincide with the last Thursday of the month, consider SoFo night. |
Dining Experience
Everything a bon vivant could ever wish for. With 2 of the World's Top 50 Restaurants in Stockholm, quality dining goes into a whole new league. Frantzén/Lindeberg came in at #20 while Mathias Dalgren took #41. The third Swedish restaurant to make the list is Fäviken (#34), located in Jämtland in northern Sweden. A genuine restaurant in the archipelago is the famous Fjäderholmarnas krog. F12, is really elegant with great buzzy bar attached. Definitely try Gondolen restaurant. |
Fäviken
Lodging at this wilderness estate in northern Sweden are rustic but, as with the food, updated with modern ideas. The young chef, Magnus Nilsson, grows some of his ingredients and hunts for the rest, including elk, grouse, hare and fish from the estate's lakes. He’s been called “The Rising Star of Nordic Cooking” by The Guardian and his restaurant has been named “The World’s Most Daring Restaurant” by Bon Appétit. Holds position #34, San Pellegrino World’s Top 100 Restaurants list. |
Frantzén/Lindeberg
Opened in 2008 and is a great example of Nordic cuisine with culinary intelligence and integrity few others can match. Björn Frantzén and Daniel Lindeberg worked at nationally famous Edsbacka krog, before deciding on opening their own restaurant which has been pure success and their restaurant just gets better and better for every year. There is only one set menu and upon arrival you are offered only a list of today’s ingredients. 2 Michelin stars, Country's best restaurant by White Guide. |
Mathias Dahlgren
A visit to Mathias Dahlgren is a gastronomic event for those interested in exclusive simplicity in a relaxed, comfortable environment with a friendly atmosphere. Two experiences, one philosophy, in keeping with the times. "With a Swedish identity on a regional platform, I create my cuisine, open for local as well as global ingredients and influences. A cuisine based on natural produce and natural taste – the natural cuisine." Mathias Dahlgren. 2 Michelin stars. Four times Swedish Chef of the Year. |
Toast Skagen
It is impossible to visit Stockholm and not see Toast Skagen on a menu at some point. This signature Swedish dish created by Tore Wretman in the '50s. There are variations on how different restaurants prepare the dish, but generally it is toasted white bread topped with a mixture that consists of fresh peeled shrimp, mayonnaise, dill, salt and pepper. It is usually served with a slice of lemon, a sprig of dill and a dollop of bleak roe. Swedes love this delicious dish and it shouldn't be missed during a visit to Stockholm. |
Ice Skating
Scandinavians are good at ice skating, don't let that intimidate you. Go have some fun at the Kungstradgarden ice rink this winter! It's Stockholm's favorite location for ice skating. So, bundle up in your warm clothes and plan an afternoon outdoors with family and friends in Stockholm's large Kungsträdgården park. Here, the public is always allowed. And the best part is: Stockholm does not charge for the fun - Ice skating at Kungsträdgården is absolutely free! Skate rentals: Adult SEK 40/hr, Child SEK 20/hr. |
Subway Art
Probably the world's longest art exhibit, . 110 kilometers long. Traveling by subway is like traveling through an exciting story that extends from the artistic pioneers of the 1950s to the art experiments of today. Over 90 of the 100 subway stations in Stockholm have been decorated with sculptures, mosaics, paintings, installations, engravings by over 150 artists featuring art installations. At Rissne, an informative wall fresco about the history of Earth’s civilizations runs along both sides of the platform. |
Filmstaden
Come to Filmstaden, a Swedish movie heaven! Walk in Ingmar Bergman, Greta Garbo and Ingrid Bergman’s footsteps. Take an outdoor tour with an audio guide, which will take you around Filmstaden and provides facts and stories about the space and its history. The tour takes approximately 30 minutes. The doorkeeper’s house is now a café and shop decorated with vintage items and photos from Filmstaden’s glory days. Located at Greta Garbos. |
RIB Boat
Adventurous way to experience archipelago from the water on Rigid Inflatable Boat. Outstanding performance allows you to reach spectacular parts of the archipelago that would be inaccessible in a slower vessel. Unforgettable whether the water is mirror-like or choppy. Popular operators are RIB Sightseeing and Öppet Hav AB. Sailboats, sauna rafts. activities such as fishing and trapshooting. In a fast Speedo boat, you get a feel for the archipelago and its 30,000 islands in less than 2 hours. |
Boat Sightseeing
Seeing Stockholm from the water is an enjoyable must. Under the Bridges of Stockholm, Royal Canal Tour and the early Good Morning Stockholm Tour concentrate on central Stockholm and take from 50 minutes to 2½ hours. Hop On Hop Off is a flexible way to see Stockholm from the water. The ticket is good for an unlimited number of trips over a 24-hour period. It can also be combined with bus (Open Top Bus Tour). Also available the 50min enclosed Royal Canal Boat tour. |
Hot air ballooning
Stockholm is one of few major cities over which hot air balloons are allowed. Experience the city from above, suspended in the wind, as the earth turns. Keep in mind that ballooning is very dependent on the weather, so there is no guarantee that the balloon can lift as scheduled. Upp & Ner is a company arranges ballooning over Stockholm, fast rigid inflatable boat tours in the archipelago, seal safaris, and guided tours on Segways. Far & Flyg is oldest and most experienced ballooning company. |
Alpine Skiing in Åre
Åre is a very popular ski resort in Sweden, and also Northern Europe´s largest and most diverse alpine sport resort for all skill levels, especially advanced skiers. Famous for its size and variety of activities. This ski resort offers: 103 runs, 40 lifts, gondola lift, children's slopes ("ÅreBjörnen"), night skiing, slopes for all skill levels, snowmobile safaris, dog sleigh tours, ice fall climbing, and much more. Summer activities in Åre: Hiking, biking, climbing, canoeing, river rafting, and fly fishing. |
Popular side trips (Clicking on red colored text will link to more info or videos or official sites)
Fjäderholmarna, Sweden
The Feather Island. Where the archipelago begins, only a 20-minute boat trip from downtown Stockholm. The excellent restaurant Fjäderholmarnas krog is open during the summer season, and for the julbord Christmas buffet. The popular Rökeriet restaurant and café is located by the guest harbor. Many artisans have studios and stores in the center of the island. It provides a nice taste of the archipelago for people who don't have time to explore further. |
Malmo, Sweden
Why not cross the border for a day? Malmo, only half an hour away by train, and that half hour passes even quicker when the journey includes a trip over the beautiful, 10-mile long Oresund Bridge. Malmo itself is a gorgeous little chocolate box of a town, with medieval stone buildings, a great selection of urban beaches and a serious craw fish habit. Go ecotour, stay at environmentally certified accommodation, enjoy vegetarian cuisine and hire a bicycle and enjoy endless cycle paths. |
Gothenburg, Sweden
If you love nature and history but don't feel like dealing with a city full of tourists, Göteborg is the best Swedish city for you. Göteborg is Sweden's second-largest city and, sadly, is often overlooked by travelers. You'll find this charming city on the west coast of southern Sweden. It's also an ideal location if you need a central base from which you want to visit the Scandinavian capitals. Amusement park Liseberg is Scandinavia's largest amusement park.Don't miss the Slottsskogen The castle forest |
Uppsala, Sweden
Younger travelers will simply love Uppsala. Uppsala is the best city in Sweden for hot and hip nightlife - after all, it's a university town with thousands of students, lots of events and a great transportation network. But there are things that appeal to all ages: The long and interesting history of this city includes a Viking burial site called Gamla Uppsala and the ruins of an 11th-century church. Plus, it's just an hour away from beautiful but quaint Swedish town Gävle. Åre, Sweden |
Gävle, Sweden
Only about 100 miles north of Stockholm. Offers attractions, shopping, art, and Sweden's best chocolage! When it comes to Gävle's natural beauty, the rivers of Gavlean and Testeboan bring life to this quaint city on Sweden's east coast. "By the water” is by far the most common answer when people are asked where they would like to live and play in Gävle. Very romantic and lots of colorful wooden houses.See Furuvik Zoo, Kybacka Moose Park, and the Prison Museum of Sweden. |
Oslo, Norway
Fantastic nightlife attractions in the capital of Norway. Unique position between a fjord and the hills. The fjord’s 40 islands are great for recreation, and many of them can be reached by ferry. Oslo as a winter destination has traditionally been associated with ski jumping in Holmenkollen. Be active and rent a canoe in the Nordmarka forest, visit the animals at Bogstad Gård, dive from 10 meters at Frognerbadet public bath, or take a ride or twenty on the rollercoasters of Tusenfryd Amusement Park. |
Copenhagen, Denmark
Boasting stunning modern architecture, world-class restaurants and cutting edge design, Copenhagen has much to offer visitors. Canals, lakes and the sea form a backdrop and are a reminder of the city's heritage as a major Baltic port. The city is one of Europe's oldest capitals with a royal touch, the monarchy in Denmark is the oldest in the world! Copenhagen is clean, safe and ridiculously easy to get to know, the locals all speak superb English and they have an excellent transport system. |
Helsinki, Finland
Modern and culturally progressive citiy, full of bustling, colourful market squares and halls, of outdoor summer concerts and sports events, of seaside parks, of excellent cafes and restaurants for every taste and budget, top-notch hotels and cutting-edge art in fine museums. It is also a pleasantly compact city, with many of the attractions in the central districts, within easy reach of one another. Founded in 1550, the "Daughter of the Baltic" has been the Finnish capital since 1812. |