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.
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.
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.
3Arena
Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
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.
Things to do
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum
Stockholm Highlights Boat Tour
Vasa Museum Guided Tour, Including Ticket & Guide
Stockholm: Land and Water Tour by Amphibious Bus
Stockholm: Old Town Historical Walking Tour, small group
Top hotels in SoFo
Scandic Malmen
"Very clean hotel with helpful staff. I think pricey given the size of rooms but perhaps typical of Stockholm. Breakfast was okay but lacking decent vegan options. Wasn’t a fan of the en-suite being a wet room."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Birger Jarl
"The check in was great and I was lucky to get an upgrade. The room was big and clean. I love that on each floor you can refill still or sparkling water. The staff was very friendly and helpful. That’s across room service, breakfast and reception"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel C Stockholm
"Staffs was very good hotel was good, clean and calm easy to go in and out. But l think they could put the refregerater (cooling box in the room, and atlist microwave, otherwise it was lovely the breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central
"It reminded me of a university hostel. Long corridors quirky sayings and numbers on doors. Ecological and economical! My room was a shoebox in size but then what does one really need? The sheets and duvets were sparkling clean white. Plenty of hot water with good pressure- mind your step going into ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
"The breakfast at the Clarion was EXCELLENT and the lady greeting us each morning at the entrance to the breakfast room was very warm and welcoming. The food selection was outstanding [it included a separate station with gluten-free fare!] and the view from the breakfast room was superb. The hotel ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Sign
"Great"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in SoFo
Central Stockholm
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Royal Swedish Opera and Museum of Medieval Stockholm, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop 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.
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.
Södermalm
This relatively densely-populated island in central Stockholm has long attracted a more alternative crowd and retains a bohemian look and feel.
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 Östermalm Market Hall.
