SoFo Travel Guide
Stockholm
Popular places to visit
Vitabergsparken Park
At this hilly park enjoy great views of Stockholm and mingle with residents of bohemian Södermalm island.
Sofia Church
Admire exteriors decorated with multiple towers and spires, study a mural by a leading Swedish painter and attend a classical concert.
Avicii Arena
Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum
Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town
Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride
Top hotels in SoFo
Scandic Malmen
Not recommended and better to stay elsewhere at this price. No amenities in the room, very small covers, and pillows, and the heat only turns on late despite being 3 degrees outside. Staff response is slow and couldn't help with parking information just across the street. At least the breakfast was ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
NOFO Hotel, WorldHotels Crafted
Good breakfast options and nice location.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Skanstulls Boutique Hostel
Yes, in both areas, both staff and room. Also bathroom and toilet facilities were excellent.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Downtown Camper by Scandic
Really enjoyed a two night weekend stay here. The hotel has such a strong aesthetic so if you like the photos, you’ll love it throughout. The room is so cosy, I loved the window seat for ready and the bed was so comfortable. It’s easy to link the TV to devices. The bathroom was great. Even at peak ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Birger Jarl
Room was very clean but i believe the greatest strength of the hotel, is it staff! They are super! My wife wasn’t well and they helped to try make us as comfortable as possible. We really appreciated it! It’s also very well located as it’s about a 5 or 6 min walk from the line 19 station and in 20 ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Haymarket by Scandic
Great location, buzzy bar, great staff, everything clean, comfortable bed, very small shower but, the room was so tiny it was ridiculous, we had to take turns walking around it!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around SoFo
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.
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.
Södra Hammarbyhamnen
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Södra Hammarbyhamnen. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hammarbybacken Ski Area, and catch the metro at Luma Tram Stop or Mårtensdal Tram Stop to see more of the area.
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.
Hammarby Sjöstad
The museums and cafes make Hammarby Sjöstad worth a stop. Make a stop by Hammarbybacken Ski Area, and jump on the metro at Sickla Udde Tram Stop to get around the area.
Gamla Stan
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.
