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Slussenområdet (the Sluice area) is an area of central Stockholm, on the Söderström river connecting Södermalm and Gamla stan. The area is named after the locks between Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. Called Karl Johanslussen, the locks themselves allow passage between these two bodies of water (of different levels). Slussen also refers to the cloverleaf interchange and associated pedestrian passages and walkways created in 1935.

The Slussen metro station is a hub of public transport in Stockholm, serving the red and green lines of the Stockholm Metro, with an adjoining bus terminal and Saltsjöbanan commuter rail station serving the eastern parts of Stockholm and its surroundings. Djurgårdsfärjan departs adjacently.

It is unclear exactly when the channel at Slussen was created, but in the centuries up to the 17th century the differences in level between the Lake Mälaren with the Baltic Sea made it increasingly difficult to pass through the Söderström channel. The first lock was built here in 1642, Queen Christina's Lock. By the early 1700s the lock proved too small and in 1751 the Christopher Polhem Lock was completed. In 1850 an even larger lock was completed, the Nils Ericson lock.

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Fjällgatan (Mountain street) is is located on Stigberget between Erstagatan and Renstiernas street at Katarinavägen. The street is 27.8 meters above Saltsjön (Salt Lake). The street is famous for the beautiful view of Saltsjön, and it also has great views of Stockholm's most central districts.
I live in Stockholm and think that Stockholm is one of the world´s most beautiful cities. This is taken while waiting for a bus to take me to my client. #lifeatExpedia

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Top hotels in Katarina-Sofia

Scandic Malmen

Scandic Malmen

4 out of 5
Götgatan 49-51 Stockholm
The price is Rp1.543.190 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
Rp1.543.190
Rp1.728.373 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,433 reviews)
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

Scandic Malmen
Hilton Stockholm Slussen

Hilton Stockholm Slussen

4 out of 5
Guldgränd 8 Stockholm
The price is Rp2.111.124 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
Rp2.111.124
Rp2.364.459 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,167 reviews)
Great location, walking distance to many shops, restaurants, and attractions. They have nice rooms, comfortable beds… Quiet. Great staff, and a mean burger is served in the bar! 😋

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hilton Stockholm Slussen
NOFO Hotel, WorldHotels Crafted

NOFO Hotel, WorldHotels Crafted

4 out of 5
Tjärhovsgatan 11 Stockholm
The price is Rp2.198.881 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
Rp2.198.881
Rp2.462.747 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,264 reviews)
Good breakfast options and nice location.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

NOFO Hotel, WorldHotels Crafted
Citybox Stockholm

Citybox Stockholm

3 out of 5
Stadsgården 10 Stockholm Stockholms län
The price is Rp1.266.674 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.266.674
Rp1.418.675 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business centre and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Avicii Arena and Stockholm Viking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (661 reviews)
The rooms are functional. No windows. No coffee machine. No tv. Beds are ok. Not much space or even area for your luggage. But for a short stay it’s ok.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Citybox Stockholm
Scandic Sjöfartshotellet

Scandic Sjöfartshotellet

3 out of 5
Katarinavägen 26 Stockholm
The price is Rp1.293.167 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
Rp1.293.167
Rp1.448.347 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Fantastic location, with easy transit options nearby. Hotel was clean, quiet and the breakfast was excellent. I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Scandic Sjöfartshotellet
Skanstulls Boutique Hostel

Skanstulls Boutique Hostel

2.5 out of 5
Ringvägen 135 Stockholm
The price is Rp1.005.889 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
Rp1.005.889
Rp1.126.595 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (792 reviews)
Yes, in both areas, both staff and room. Also bathroom and toilet facilities were excellent.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Skanstulls Boutique Hostel
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Other neighbourhoods around Katarina-Sofia

Vitabergsparken Park featuring a house and heritage elements

SoFo

Visitors often come to SoFo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Göta Lejon and Medborgarplatsen. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana.

SoFo
Small Boats Parked by a Local Park next to the Sickla Canal in the Södra Hammarbyhamnen Neighborhood of Stockholm, Sweden

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.

Södra Hammarbyhamnen
A lovely view of central Stockholm as seen from Skinnarviksberget on Södermalm.

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.

Maria
Skeppsholmen featuring a church or cathedral, a bay or harbor and heritage architecture

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.

Skeppsholmen
Spring in Stockholm

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.

Hammarby Sjöstad
Gamla Stan featuring landscape views, a bridge and a river or creek

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.

Gamla Stan


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