Maria Travel Guide
Stockholm
Popular places to visit
Maria Square
Go for a walk in this leafy square and explore the interesting shops and restaurants of the surrounding neighborhood.
Avicii Arena
Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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.
3Arena
Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Things to do
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum
Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town
Stockholm Highlights Boat Tour
Stockholm MegaPass: Top Attractions incl. Public Transport
Stockholm: Land and Water Tour by Amphibious Bus
Top hotels in Maria
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Has a spa too. 400 SEK for a session.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Rival
Everything about this hotel is top notch. The rooms, staff, the amenities, breakfast included and high quality, Great bar and restaurant, I would absolutely stay here every time I'm in Stockholm.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Red Boat
Not for travelers seeking deluxe accommodations but economical, spartan, yet very comfortable bedding, delicious goulash and wine, and great staff.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Rygerfjord Hotel & Hostel
Super friendly staff, my cabin was clean and fresh. Definitely taking pride in good cleaning. The bathroom was a little small and shower head slightly inconvenient. I would’ve loved a little TV in the room - but for a one night stay absolutely fine without too. The corridors / noises the ship makes ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Hornsgatan
Great location, comfortable, and quiet. Light Swedish breakfast was delicious and fresh. Good value for Stockholm, would be happy to stay again
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central
If you are just staying for a night and only to have a place to sleep in, it’s ok. But if you are going for a nice visit in Sthlm don’t pick this one. The best thing is the central location but that’s it 😊
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maria
Söder Mälarstrand
Söder Mälarstrand is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Långholmen and Riddarfjärden.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
