What to do in Central Sweden

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Central Sweden travel guide

Stockholm featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bay or harbour

Stockholm which includes tranquil scenes and a river or creek

Stockholm featuring central business district and modern architecture as well as a small group of people

Mosebacke Square featuring street scenes

Tivoli Grona Lund showing rides as well as a large group of people

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1. Branas Ski Resort

Get ready for an action-packed vacation of adventure sports at Branäs Ski Resort. This family-friendly resort has a snow-covered mountain with 27 slopes, runs of up to 1.9 miles (3 kilometers) long and a vertical drop of 1,361 feet (415 meters). Branäs Ski Resort has 19 lifts, including one of Sweden’s few gondola lifts, which provides quick access from the base area to the slopes.

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Branas Ski Resort which includes a small town or village, street scenes and snow

2. Gröna Lund

Enjoy traditional amusement park attractions at Tivoli Gröna Lund. Ride roller coasters, explore haunted houses or take your sweetheart into the tunnel of love at this 200-year-old theme park. Watch fantastic concerts on the park’s stage and enjoy snacking on delicious fair food.

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Tivoli Grona Lund featuring rides as well as a large group of people

3. Skansen

At the Skansen museum you can learn about five centuries of rural traditions and social life in Sweden, spot wildlife native to Scandinavia and take part in Christmas and Midsummer celebrations. Between 1833 and 1901, Artur Hazelius purchased 150 historical Swedish buildings and relocated them to Stockholm’s Djurgården Island. Opened in 1891, this is one of the world’s oldest outdoor museums.

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4. ABBA The Museum

With fun and intriguing costumes, songs and memorabilia, ABBA The Museum celebrates one of Sweden’s most famous and iconic exports of all time. The stories of Frida, Björn, Benny and Agnetha are told by their own voices and perspectives in this interactive museum. Find out everything about the band, from their humble beginnings to the gradual break-up.

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5. Kungsberget Ski Resort

Kungsberget Ski Resort is a large and welcoming Swedish ski area. With 18 runs, 10 lifts, a vertical drop of 650 feet (200 meters) and a mile-long (1.7-kilometer) trail, the resort presents challenges for both first-time and experienced skiers. Discover a well-groomed snow park, complete with a mix of boxes, jumps and rails. The snow-covered terrain is ideal for practicing your freestyling skills or watching seasoned skiers perform impressive tricks.

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What to do in Central Sweden

Popular places to visit

Avicii Arena

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Branas Ski Resort

Ski and snowboard in winter. Return in summer to bike, hike and go rafting at this resort set amid the scenic landscapes of Sweden’s Värmland province.

Gröna Lund

4/5(27 reviews)

See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.

Skansen

4.5/5(146 reviews)

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.

ABBA The Museum

4.5/5(130 reviews)

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.

Kungsberget Ski Resort

Beginners and families enjoy snow sports at this friendly ski resort in winter. Summer months offer opportunities to bike, hike and spot wildlife.

3Arena

3.5/5(12 reviews)

Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Stockholm Viking Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Vasa Museum

5/5(189 reviews)

Visit the wreck of a Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage. Learn about the ship’s history and discover artifacts recovered from Stockholm’s harbor.

Explore areas of Central Sweden

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

4.5/5(449 area reviews)

Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island.

Gamla Stan

5/5(76 area reviews)

Duck into narrow, medieval alleys and find yourself happily lost in Sweden’s most famous urban district.

Östermalm

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

This borough of central Stockholm blends upscale residential living and high-end shopping with a vibrant performing arts and nightlife scene.

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 Stockholm Public Library.

Maria

While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Soderhallarna, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.