Stockholm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stockholm showing heritage architecture, a marina and a bay or harbour
Stockholm featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bay or harbour
Stockholm featuring a garden and a house
Stockholm featuring central business district and modern architecture as well as a small group of people
Stockholm which includes a pond as well as children
Stockholm is a city like no other.  Comprised of 14 small islands, connected by 57 bridges, it is a beautiful green city, and unexpected swimmer and cyclist’s paradise.

Stockholm is historically and culturally rich.  A small city, it can easily be enjoyed on foot in just a few days.

As the name suggests, the historic Old Town (Gamla Stan) is the oldest part of the Swedish Capital.  Walking through the narrow streets of this colourful medieval neighbourhood, you can’t help be struck by its picturesque charm.  Here you’ll find some interesting museums, galleries, churches, antique shops and boutiques.  The baroque style Royal Palace is the largest attraction in the area, and with over 600 rooms it is one of the largest palaces in Europe.  Check out the soldier’s parade and daily changing of the guard.

One of Stockholm’s greenest and most interesting islands is Djurgården, an oasis of calm close to the city centre.  It is a great place for a wander on foot or bike ride.  It is home to popular family attractions such as the Vasa Museum, Skansen museum and zoo, and Gröna Lund amusement park.  Allow a few hours to visit and consider hiring a bike for great cycle routes by the canals and through the parks.

The Vasa Ship Museum is a fantastic, free museum, made special the well-preserved 17th-century shipwrecked warship the ‘Vasa’, which sank on its maiden voyage.  Great fun for all ages, this ornate art treasure will take you back hundreds of years.  Allow at least an hour to appreciate the ship’s splendour and rich history.

There are lots of great museums in Stockholm.  There is a  Natural History Museum, Museum of Art, Museum of Medieval Stockholm, Army Museum, and even a Museum in honour of musical Swedish export, ABBA!  The ABBA Museum, also on Djurgården, is a must-see for true Abba fans.  It is housed in the Swedish Popular Music Hall of Fame where you can check out the country’s other musical talents.

The Skansen, the world’s first open-air museum founded in late 18th-century, is a charming trip down Swedish memory lane with authentic 18th and 19th-century houses,  farm houses, artifacts and characters dressed in traditional attire telling stories about the past.  The zoo and aquarium at this site add to the experience, and are great for families.

Just outside of the city, sits Millesgården on Lidingoe island, the home of artists Carl and Olga Milles.  It is a beautiful garden with famous sculptures by Milles, an art gallery, museum and café.

Stockholm, naturally, has a smörgåsbord of gastronomic delights.  While exploring, sample the husmanskost – Swedish fare. The grand Ostermalm Food Hall, dating back to the 1880’s is the best place for traditional delicacies such as such pickled herring, smoked reindeer and meatballs.  Also stop for a ‘fika’ at a café on your travels, it’s the Swedish term for a coffee and cake break.

Where to stay in Stockholm

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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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Norrmalm

4.5/5(449 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Norrmalm
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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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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.

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Vasastan

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

Vasastan is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Odenplan Square or Gustav Vasa Church.

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Liseberg

Liseberg is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre and Globen Shopping Mall while you're in town.

Liseberg
Hotel C Stockholm

Hotel C Stockholm

3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4, Stockholm
The price is ₹10,213 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,213
₹11,439 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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. ...
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"Covenient place to stay near to train station. Quiet and feels very safe. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hotel C Stockholm
Haymarket by Scandic

Haymarket by Scandic

4 out of 5
Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm
The price is ₹10,414 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹10,414
₹11,663 total
28 Jul - 29 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! (3,003 reviews)
Scandic Haymarket for tourists
"The location was great- very central. Desk staff were very helpful. Air conditioning in our room was so-so!! Asked for Kleenex but never got any. Would be better to have face cloths to use for your face or to shower as using the hand towels to do that was awkward. Would have been nice to know that ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Haymarket by Scandic
Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

4 out of 5
Råsta Strandväg 1, Solna
The price is ₹5,858 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹5,858
₹6,560 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (2,786 reviews)
"Beautiful room. Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Biz Apartment Bromma

Biz Apartment Bromma

3.5 out of 5
Köpsvängen 18, Bromma, Stockholm
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Bromma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (522 reviews)
"The rooms are nice and clean. It is hard to find the parking but it has one. The breakfast is a package that you took from the reception each morning."

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

Biz Apartment Bromma
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad

ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad

3 out of 5
Hammarby Fabriksväg 93, Stockholm
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,165 reviews)
Modest adequate accomodation
"Close to light trail rapid transit stations, Globe arena, walking distance to grocery stores.The downsides? towels only changed once a week, garbage removal once a week,"

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

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Unity Hammarby Sjöstad - A Studio Hotel

Unity Hammarby Sjöstad - A Studio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
13 Heliosgatan, Stockholm, Stockholms län
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Stockholm. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (436 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a good location, friendly helpful staff"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Unity Hammarby Sjöstad - A Studio Hotel
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Reviews of Stockholm

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5/5 - Excellent

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Decent people , helpful & Above All very polite Really loveable Gamla people only joking All the best to all of them

5/5 - Excellent

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beautiful. even though it was quiet because of this pandemic. as soon as everything settles down I want to come back.

3/5 - Okay

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5/5 - Excellent

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Would recommend the Stromma 3 hour boat trip round the archipelago. We really enjoyed it. .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stockholm Pass useful if sightseeing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful city with a nice safe atmosphere

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