Central Stockholm Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
ABBA The Museum
Admire costumes and step inside replicas of recording studios to sing alongside holograms of the Dancing Queen icons. If the phone rings, pick it up.
Gröna Lund
See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.
Skansen
Experience Sweden’s rural traditions and spot almost 300 animal species at the zoo and aquarium that are part of one of the world’s oldest outdoor museums.
Stockholm Palace
Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.
Stockholm Viking Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Vasa Museum
Visit the wreck of a Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage. Learn about the ship’s history and discover artifacts recovered from Stockholm’s harbor.
Top hotels in Central Stockholm
Hotel Birger Jarl
Great room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm
The cosy rooms are quite tiny and the window overlooks the breakfast room. The breakfast had such a nice variety of options - even a gluten-free area with many selections. They even served champagne on the weekends. There were restaurants nearby, but they were rated low. Just a heads up - the pool ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Haymarket by Scandic
First time staying here and will definitely use again if we're in Stockholm again. Staff were fantastic, the hotel is nice and quiet and the surrounding area is great.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
It was truly great and loved the service. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly and polite. I would recommend this hotel to others when they visit Stockholm.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hobo Hotel Stockholm
Perfect walking distance from the central train and bus station, making it incredibly convenient to get around. The front-of-house staff were wonderful-friendly, welcoming, and always helpful. The room was warm and inviting, with thoughtful touches like USB ports that made charging devices easy and ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Downtown Camper by Scandic
Room was large and suited family of 4. Bathroom had shampoo and hair conditioner plus hand cream which is much appreciated in this cold weather. Short walk to train station and check in was easy even at 11pm at night! Luggage storage was a great convenience as well with no charge. I would stay here ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Stockholm
Gamla Stan
If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Nobel Prize Museum and Stockholm Cathedral. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Gamla stan T-Bana to see more of the city.
Norrmalm
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Modern Art and Svensk Form while you're in town.
Östermalm
Travellers choose Östermalm for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Royal Dramatic Theater.
Söder Mälarstrand
Söder Mälarstrand is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Långholmen and Riddarfjärden.
Maria
While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Zinkensdamms IP, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.
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