Skeppsholmen

Stockholm
Skeppsholmen
Explore this tranquil island with a sophisticated mix of cultural experiences as well as stunning views of the city – right in the middle of the bustling capital.

Skeppsholmen is a small island located in the middle of Stockholm's city centre, a short walk from the buzzing Kungstradgarden and linked up the tiny island Blasieholmen. Skeppsholmen has everything that makes Stockholm so great within walking distance: water, beautiful scenery and excellent food around the corner, all sprinkled with a handful of museums well worth the visit.

Culture buffs will not want to miss the mind blowing installations at Moderna Museet, where the best of the modern and contemporary art scene is on display. Visitors will find works of art by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol and Judy Chicago in the museum's permanent collection.

Stop by Ostasiatiska Museet, dedicated to antiquities from the far East, where you'll get the chance admire stunning artefacts from China, Japan, Korea and India. Explore Bergrummet, a converted subterranean military complex that nowadays houses the museum's exhibitions on a permanent basis.

If you wish to spruce up your visit to Stockholm with a concert, check out what's playing at Skeppsholmskyrkan, a beautiful neoclassical church that today goes by the name of Eric Ericsonhallen in order to better reflect its use as a concert venue. This stunning music hall frequently hosts choirs as well as jazz, pop, soul and folk concerts. Inveterate theatre goers will want to check what's playing at Teater Galeasen, one of the capital's most innovative and ground breaking theatres.

However, Skeppsholmen's main attraction is the island itself enjoy a quiet walk surrounded by green areas and water while enjoying a different vantage point of the sprawling capital. Explore the historic ships mooring in the island's marina: the full-rigged ship af Chapman is anchored here, as well as the French river barge Vive la Vie head over to Kastellholmen and admire its magnificent brig, Tre Kronor.

If you're flying to Stockholm, you'll most likely touch down at Arlanda Airport, although the local Bromma Airport is closer to the city. Some low-cost airlines operate out of Skavsta Airport, located around 100 km from the city centre, a good hour and 15 minutes transfer by shuttle. You can walk or ride a bike to Skeppsholmen from more or less any area in central Stockholm. There are plenty of public transport options if you're looking to make your way to Skeppsholmen from the city's suburbs. Skeppsholmen is a great place to visit all year round, and there are plenty of hotels, restaurants and bars within walking distance, as well as popular attractions for the entire family!


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Top hotels in Skeppsholmen

STF af Chapman & Skeppsholmen - Hostel
STF af Chapman & Skeppsholmen - Hostel
2 out of 5
Flaggmansvägen 8, Stockholm
The price is P3,162 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P3,162
P3,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Book a stay at this eco-certified hostel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (777 reviews)
"I liked this place!"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024

STF af Chapman & Skeppsholmen - Hostel
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
4 out of 5
Ringvaegen 98, Stockholm
The price is P6,231 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P6,231
P6,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,761 reviews)
Location A1*
"A very functional hotel. Slap bang by an underground station so perfect location for the rest of the city"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024

Clarion Hotel Stockholm
At Six
At Six
5 out of 5
Brunkebergstorg 6, Stockholm, Stockholms Laen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,000 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
P11,000
P12,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,519 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

At Six
Hotel C Stockholm
Hotel C Stockholm
3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4, Stockholm
The price is P6,049 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P6,049
P6,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,919 reviews)
"Nice property situated very well in downtown Stockholm. Great breakfast included."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

Hotel C Stockholm
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
St Eriksgatan 115, Stockholm
The price is P5,791 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P5,791
P6,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
"Customer service was excellent, food was good, room was clean. Great SPA 😊😊😊"

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2024

Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
Haymarket by Scandic
Haymarket by Scandic
4 out of 5
Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm
The price is P6,666 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P6,666
P7,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,561 reviews)
"Great location great hotel"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Haymarket by Scandic
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Other neighbourhoods around Skeppsholmen

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

Gamla Stan

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors often come to Gamla Stan for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Gamla stan T-Bana.

Gamla Stan
Riddarholmen featuring landscape views, a city and a bay or harbor

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 King's Garden, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Central Stockholm
Ostermalm which includes a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Östermalm

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Östermalm. If sightseeing is on the list, Swedish History Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Östermalm
Fotografiska featuring signage

Katarina-Sofia

If you're spending time in Katarina-Sofia, check out sights like The Swedish Museum of Photography or Stockholm Viking Terminal and hop on the metro to see more the city at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana or Skanstull T-Bana.

Katarina-Sofia
Vitabergsparken Park featuring a house and heritage elements

SoFo

Take time in SoFo to visit attractions like Göta Lejon and Medborgarplatsen. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana to see more of the city.

SoFo
Monteliusvagen showing a sunset, a city and a bay or harbor

Maria

While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Maria Square or Tantolunden Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.

Maria

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