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Overview

Stockholmers call their city 'beauty on water'. But despite the well-preserved historic core, Stockholm is no museum piece: it's modern, dynamic and ever-evolving.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Kungliga Slottet
Gamla Stan
A massive structure with more than 600 rooms on 11 levels, Kungliga Slottet (the Royal Palace) dominates the north end of Gamla Stan. The official…
Skogskyrkogården
Stockholm
One of Stockholm’s most unexpected attractions, Skogskyrkogården (the Woodland Cemetery) is an arrestingly beautiful graveyard set in the soothing pine…
Millesgården
Stockholm
Beautiful Millesgården was the home and studio of sculptor Carl Milles, whose delicate water sprites and other whimsical sculptures dot the city landscape…
Historiska Museet
Stockholm
From Iron Age skates and a Viking boat to medieval textiles and Renaissance triptychs, Sweden's national historical collection spans over 10,000 years of…
Medeltidsmuseet
Gamla Stan
Tucked beneath the bridge that links Gamla Stan and Norrmalm, this child-friendly museum was established when construction workers preparing to build a…
Royal Armoury
Gamla Stan
The Royal Armoury is housed in the cellar vaults of the palace but has separate hours. It’s a family attic of sorts, crammed with engrossing memorabilia…
Riddarholmskyrkan
Gamla Stan
The strikingly beautiful Riddarholmskyrkan, on the equally pretty and under-visited islet of Riddarholmen, was built by Franciscan monks in the late 13th…
Storkyrkan
Gamla Stan
The one-time venue for royal weddings and coronations, Storkyrkan is both Stockholm’s oldest building (consecrated in 1306) and its cathedral. Behind a…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

The pleasures of gracious Stockholm are legion. From museums to parks to palaces, here are 10 of the best things to do in the Swedish capital.

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Best Time to Visit

Stockholm’s seasons offer both sunshine and snow but when is the best time to visit? Let us help you decide if now is the best time to visit Stockholm.

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Transportation

Getting around Stockholm is a breeze with its compact size and reliable public transport. Here's our guide to the best way to navigate the Swedish capital.

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Best Neighborhoods

Stockholm is a city of islands – and of distinct neighborhoods. Here’s our rundown of the ones you’ll love.

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Day Trips

With country palaces, windswept islets, and evidence of Viking culture, the greater Stockholm area has a wealth of fantastic day trip destinations.

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Money and Costs

Although it has a reputation for being expensive, there are many low-cost things to do in Stockholm. Here are the city's best budget and free experiences.

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