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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
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Day-Trip- to-Uppsala
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Stockholm Highlights: Private Golf Cart Tour
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Stockholm: Land and Water Tour by Amphibious Bus
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Stockholm: Food Tour
What to do in Central Sweden
Popular places to visit
Avicii Arena
Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
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.
Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Stockholm Viking Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Vasa Museum
Visit the wreck of a Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage. Learn about the ship’s history and discover artifacts recovered from Stockholm’s harbor.
Stockholm Palace
Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.
3Arena
Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.
Areas of Central Sweden
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.
Norrmalm
Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island.
Gamla Stan
Which landmarks will you pick when the entire Old Town is a landmark in itself? Simply enjoying the ambiance in this beautiful historical part of the city should be top of your list.
Östermalm
This borough of central Stockholm blends upscale residential living and high-end shopping with a vibrant performing arts and nightlife scene.
Vasastan
Vasastan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Odenplan Square and Gustav Vasa Church while in the area.
Liseberg
Liseberg is well-liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre and Globen Shopping Mall if you have time to explore the area.
