Stockholm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stockholm showing heritage architecture, a marina and a bay or harbour
Stockholm featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bay or harbour
Stockholm featuring a garden and a house
Stockholm featuring central business district and modern architecture as well as a small group of people
Stockholm which includes a pond as well as children

Stockholm Travel Guide Video

Famous for its parks, palaces, galleries and museums, Sweden’s capital is a globally important economic center spread across islands of great natural beauty.

Stockholm stands on 14 islands that dot the surface of Lake Mälaren, Sweden’s third-largest lake. Visit  the country’s capital, which was established in the 1200s, to discover art galleries, historical museums, palaces and public parks. 

Getting around Stockholm is easy on foot since many of the major attractions are within walking distance of the city centre. The city also has an efficient public transportation system and over 450 miles (760 kilometres) of bikeways. Rent a bike and explore the historical route through the Royal National City Park or take boat trips on the waterways, which make up 30 percent of the city.

Go to Djurgården to find major Stockholm attractions. See a slice of Sweden’s rural traditions and spot Nordic wildlife at Skansen, one of the world’s oldest open-air museums. At the Vasa Museum, learn about a royal battleship that sank on its maiden voyage. Explore the Nordic Museum to find out why Swedes celebrate Midsummer. Younger visitors will enjoy meeting storybook characters at Junibacken, a children’s museum and entertainment centre. 

Take a walk around Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s oldest district. Visit Stockholm Royal Palace and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Discover the history of the Nobel Prize at the Nobel Museum. While in this area, stop by the famous Den Gyldene Freden restaurant, which opened in 1722.

Art lovers will appreciate Stockholm’s range of galleries. Spot work by European masters at the Museum of Modern Art and find contemporary photography exhibitions at Fotografiska. Find sculptures by revered Swedish sculptor Carl Eldh in Bellevue Park. Free live events are a big part of the Stockholm arts scene as well. We Are Stockholm is a multi-day August music and sports festival for teens at King’s Garden. 

Take a boat trip to the Stockholm archipelago and explore over 20,000 islands. Discover beaches, walking trails and medieval architecture in towns such as Sandhamn and Vaxholm. In the height of summer enjoy a Stockholm sunset at 11 p.m.

Where to stay in Stockholm

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Central Stockholm

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Gustav Adolf Square and Royal Swedish Opera, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Central Stockholm
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Norrmalm

4.5/5(449 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Norrmalm
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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.

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Östermalm

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

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.

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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 Gustav Vasa Church.

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Liseberg

Liseberg is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre and Globen Shopping Mall while you're in town.

Liseberg
Haymarket by Scandic

Haymarket by Scandic

4 out of 5
Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm
The price is Rp2.229.131 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
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24 Aug - 25 Aug
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Haymarket by Scandic
Hotel C Stockholm

Hotel C Stockholm

3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4, Stockholm
The price is Rp1.956.917 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
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Rp2.191.747 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

4 out of 5
Råsta Strandväg 1, Solna
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14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (2,831 reviews)
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Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena
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Biz Apartment Gärdet

Biz Apartment Gärdet

4 out of 5
Sandhamnsgatan 67, Stockholm
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,188 reviews)
"Comfortable and spacious, with a good bed and nice balcony. Close to public transport for easy access to the city and sightseeing destinations. Welcoming staff and smooth check-in was great. Only issue is the curtains are not proper block-out, so an eye mask is necessary in spring-summer if you ..."

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Biz Apartment Gärdet
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad

ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad

3 out of 5
Hammarby Fabriksväg 93, Stockholm
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,185 reviews)
Family-trip
"Great stay, everything nearby."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
Biz Apartment Bromma

Biz Apartment Bromma

3.5 out of 5
Köpsvängen 18, Bromma, Stockholm
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (544 reviews)
"tram right outside"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Biz Apartment Bromma
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