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 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
"A superb property ... we'll connected to central Stockholm. The vibe in the area is excellent. I would stay here anyday. One tip: If you are claustrophobic just ensure your rooms are not in levels -1 and -2 as you will not have windows."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central
"Ideal for business travel."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hotel Birger Jarl
"Noticed my room refrigerator had mould. Staff excellent and helpful when I had problems with my smartphone. Breakfast excellent with plenty of choice. Location 20 minutes from Central train station and smae feom waterside. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel C Stockholm
"Very convenient location. You can fall out of bed and right in to the Arlanda train."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena
"All in all from the moment of arrival the staff were awesome and helpful, the facilities of breakfast was amazing. Sadly I couldn’t use the spa as I needed a dressing gown which unfortunately the hotel did not have facility to provide. Also the room was windowless and this wasn’t stated on the info, ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel Sign
"Some room cones with a small bathtub which is difficult to stand to bath. Better to request fur no bath tub one"
Reviewed on 24 May 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.
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.
Vasastan
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 Stockholm Public Library.
