Stockholm holidays
Sweden’s captivating capital offers everything from innovative gastronomy and unique shopping to nature opportunities and historic attractions. Set on an archipelago of 14 islands, with each one having a distinct atmosphere, there’s plenty to discover on Stockholm holidays. The city is chock full of arresting architecture, inviting green spaces, cultural big-hitters and compelling waterways.
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Island-hop through this stylish capital city
Start out in the old town of Gamla Stan with its colourful buildings and cobblestone streets. It’s packed with historic buildings and attractions, such as the Royal Palace, Stockholm Cathedral, the Medieval Museum, the Jewish Museum, the Nobel Prize Museum and the Royal Armoury.
Stockholm’s subway is affordable and reliable, but one added incentive is to feast your eyes on the incredible art adorning over 90 of its stations. To see Stockholm from a fresh perspective, board an archipelago boat tour which whisks you around the city’s waterways offering views of many historic buildings. Spare some time to drop into Fotografiska, an innovative gallery showcasing the work of leading international street and artistic photographers with a rolling programme of exhibitions.
The neighbourhood of Sodermalm is a bona fide hipster hotspot, awash with quirky shops and cool cafes and bars. Seek out the Hornstull Marknad, a massive flea market with many tempting food trucks. Wander around the idyllic former royal deer park of Djurgarden with its extensive woodlands and meadows dotted with paths and cycling lanes. The most scenic stroll is that following the path along the bay and canal on Djurgarden’s north side from the blue gate near the bridge. Book flights to Stockholm today.
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Best hotels in Stockholm for all types of traveller
We have a great selection of quality hotels in Stockholm to recommend. Blique by Nobis is a dynamic, contemporary hotel in Stockholm’s Gallery District, complete with a rooftop terrace and stylish dining.
Hotel Skeppsholmen occupies a former military building from the 18th Century in the calming waterside surrounds of Skeppsholmen Island. This eco-friendly hotel boasts a restaurant with a waterside view and the country’s first outdoor tennis court. The luxurious Nobis Hotel sits in the heart of the Ostermalm shopping district in a building with period features and cutting-edge Scandinavian design. It offers a plush cocktail bar and a 24-hour gym with two saunas.
Surrounded by idyllic greenery Stallmastaregarden Hotel is Stockholm’s first inn founded in the 1600s. It has retained much of its original grandeur with a cosy lobby and plenty of scenic walks in the surrounding woodlands. Nestled between Central Station and Stureplan, Hobo is a part of the Urban Escape Stockholm with a hip rooftop bar hosting DJ nights, custom artworks adorning the public spaces and rooms fitted out with fun gadgets. Elite Hotel Stockholm Plaza sits in an elegant 19th Century building where it blends excellent service with contemporary styling in the rooms complete with wooden furnishings and marble showers.
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- ABBA the Museum provides the perfect tribute to Sweden’s most famous pop quartet. Alongside the original costumes, gold records, instruments and other memorabilia, you can get interactive. Travel back in time to 1966, when Benny and Bjorn first met at the Folkpark, take to the stage as ABBA’s fifth member, take the ABBA quiz or perform some karaoke in a recreation of their famous Polar Studio where many of their hits were recorded.
- Stockholm’s Viking Museum is an eye-opening treat for all the family with interactive exhibits blending myth, culture and reality. Travel in the footsteps of Harald and see through the eyes of an authentic Viking as he goes on a daring raid across 10th Century Europe and then reward yourself with a flight of meads in the museum’s Restaurant Eld.
- The festive season is one of the most atmospheric times to visit Stockholm. Explore the city’s Christmas markets with a gingerbread cookie and warming cup of glogg. You can go ice skating for free in the picturesque surroundings of Kungstradgarden. See how the Swedes of yesteryear celebrated Christmas at the open-air museum of Skansen and enjoy the oldest traditional market in Gamla Stan, complete with stalls heaving with crafts, toys and tasty Swedish delicacies.
- Celebrate Sweden’s swashbuckling maritime heritage by visiting the Vasa Museum. The Vasa sank on its maiden voyage back in 1628 but has been beautifully restored to its former glory since being raised from the deep in 1961. You can get authentic insights into life on board and get to know the vessel’s crew.
- Open during the warmer months and on autumn holidays, Grona Lund is Stockholm’s diverting amusement park offering around 30 thrilling rides. There are inviting restaurants, mini games to play and the venue also hosts around 50 concerts per year. You can try your luck in some of the many fun pentathlon games while families can meet the park’s life-size mascots, such as Pelle the cat.
The best time to visit Stockholm is probably from June to August when you can expect maximum temperatures of 21-28C. If you can, visit during Midsummer Eve in June for Sweden’s main celebration where locals sing and dance around the maypole and eat pickled herring. Of course, Stockholm is especially charming to visit in November and December too, with temperatures usually between -2 and 6C.
Three days is the recommended amount of time to visit Stockholm. This should give you ample time to visit Gamla Stan, Djurgarden and a few of the city’s many galleries and museums, including the Vasa Museum.
- Wander around a honeycomb of cobbled streets lined with golden-hued medieval buildings in Stockholm’s historic heart of Gamla Stan. Pop into quaint little shops offering a selection of handicrafts, curios and souvenirs. Or sit back with an ice cream and people-watch on the main square. With its beautiful Baroque architecture and breathtakingly opulent interiors, the Royal Palace is a must-visit. On the neighbouring island of Riddarholmen, take in the landmark medieval church and splendid Old Parliament building.
- Visit Kungsholmen and take in grand City Hall. Admire the impressive facade and gleaming trio of golden crowns that adorn its spire. Then head west for a refreshing beer or bite to eat at a choice of laidback bars and eateries. Treat yourself to some retail therapy at Vastermalmsgallerian shopping mall. Alternatively take a relaxing stroll through the lush greenery of Ralambshovsparken. Here, the sandy bay of Smedsuddsbadet is a perfect spot for a picnic with safe bathing for children.
- Set in a picturesque harbour location and also known as ‘the City’, Norrmalm is the commercial hub of Stockholm. Department stores, big-brand shops and specialist outlets jostle for position along the Drottninggatan. When you’re ready for a break from shopping, a generous array of eateries provides plenty of dining options. Culture lovers can browse works by Rembrandt, Renoir and eminent Swedish artists at the National Museum. Alternatively take in a mesmerising show at the stunning Kungliga Operan, or Royal Opera House.
- Vasastan is a largely residential area on the edge of Stockholm’s inner city. It’s characterised by striking 20th Century architecture, parks and literary history. There are numerous examples of Nordic Classicism dotted around, including the imposing Stockholm Public Library. There’s also a string of compelling museums to discover in this district such as Bonniers Konsthall, Sven-Harry's Art Museum, Carl Eldh's Studio Museum and the Strindberg Museum. There are also several parks worth a stroll, including Vasaparken, perfect for summer picnics or winter ice skating. Odenplan plaza is home to a key transport hub and the charming Gustaf Vasa Church.
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