Skeppsholmen Travel Guide

Stockholm

Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen

Explore this tranquil island with a sophisticated mix of cultural experiences as well as stunning views of the city – right in the middle of the bustling capital.

Skeppsholmen is a small island located in the middle of Stockholm's city centre, a short walk from the buzzing Kungstradgarden and linked up the tiny island Blasieholmen. Skeppsholmen has everything that makes Stockholm so great within walking distance: water, beautiful scenery and excellent food around the corner, all sprinkled with a handful of museums well worth the visit.

Culture buffs will not want to miss the mind blowing installations at Moderna Museet, where the best of the modern and contemporary art scene is on display. Visitors will find works of art by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol and Judy Chicago in the museum's permanent collection.

Stop by Ostasiatiska Museet, dedicated to antiquities from the far East, where you'll get the chance admire stunning artefacts from China, Japan, Korea and India. Explore Bergrummet, a converted subterranean military complex that nowadays houses the museum's exhibitions on a permanent basis.

If you wish to spruce up your visit to Stockholm with a concert, check out what's playing at Skeppsholmskyrkan, a beautiful neoclassical church that today goes by the name of Eric Ericsonhallen in order to better reflect its use as a concert venue. This stunning music hall frequently hosts choirs as well as jazz, pop, soul and folk concerts. Inveterate theatre goers will want to check what's playing at Teater Galeasen, one of the capital's most innovative and ground breaking theatres.

However, Skeppsholmen's main attraction is the island itself enjoy a quiet walk surrounded by green areas and water while enjoying a different vantage point of the sprawling capital. Explore the historic ships mooring in the island's marina: the full-rigged ship af Chapman is anchored here, as well as the French river barge Vive la Vie head over to Kastellholmen and admire its magnificent brig, Tre Kronor.

If you're flying to Stockholm, you'll most likely touch down at Arlanda Airport, although the local Bromma Airport is closer to the city. Some low-cost airlines operate out of Skavsta Airport, located around 100 km from the city centre, a good hour and 15 minutes transfer by shuttle. You can walk or ride a bike to Skeppsholmen from more or less any area in central Stockholm. There are plenty of public transport options if you're looking to make your way to Skeppsholmen from the city's suburbs. Skeppsholmen is a great place to visit all year round, and there are plenty of hotels, restaurants and bars within walking distance, as well as popular attractions for the entire family!


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Skeppsholmen

Hotel C Stockholm

Hotel C Stockholm

3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4, Stockholm
The price is ₹10,200 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹10,200
₹11,424 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,092 reviews)
"Excellent location,friendly stuff"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel C Stockholm
Haymarket by Scandic

Haymarket by Scandic

4 out of 5
Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,496 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹10,496
₹11,755 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,966 reviews)
"Great stay."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Haymarket by Scandic
Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

4 out of 5
Råsta Strandväg 1, Solna
The price is ₹5,850 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹5,850
₹6,552 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Solna. Enjoy free breakfast, a health club and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,768 reviews)
"Beautiful room. Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena
Clarion Hotel Sign

Clarion Hotel Sign

4 out of 5
Östra Järnvägsgatan 35, Stockholm
The price is ₹11,162 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹11,162
₹12,501 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,030 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay at Clarion Hotel Sign. The room was spacious and comfortable, the breakfast was truly excellent, and the staff were helpful and eager to help and answer questions. Neighbourhood is extremely walkable, and the hotel is located steps from the central train station, subway and tram ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Clarion Hotel Sign
Hotel Birger Jarl

Hotel Birger Jarl

4 out of 5
Tulegatan 8, Stockholm
The price is ₹8,123 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹8,123
₹9,098 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,699 reviews)
"The gym is well equipped."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Hotel Birger Jarl
Clarion Hotel Stockholm

Clarion Hotel Stockholm

4 out of 5
Ringvaegen 98, Stockholm
The price is ₹8,738 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹8,738
₹9,787 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,185 reviews)
"Great location. Lots of bars, restaurants & shops in the area. Straight off the Skanstull metro stop. Hotel was nice & quiet with a great breakfast. Wouldn't want to stay any where else."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Clarion Hotel Stockholm
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Other neighbourhoods around Skeppsholmen

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Gamla Stan

5/5(76 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. 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.

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Central Stockholm

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Gustav Adolf Square and Royal Swedish Opera, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Central Stockholm
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Östermalm

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

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 Swedish History Museum.

Östermalm
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Katarina-Sofia

While you're in Katarina-Sofia, take in top sights like The Swedish Museum of Photography or Göta Lejon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana or Skanstull T-Bana.

Katarina-Sofia
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SoFo

Visitors often come to SoFo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Göta Lejon and Medborgarplatsen. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana.

SoFo
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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.

Maria

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