WORLDEUROPESWEDEN STOCKHOLM
Royal Army Museum

The history of the Swedish Army.

type:Museums
address:Riddargatan 13
tel:+46 (0)8 78 89 56


Horse and Carriage in the Old Town 45 minutes

Horse and Carriage in the Old Town The Old Town, the well-preserved area where the history of Stockholm once started, is seen best from a horse and a carriage. The beautiful carriage, an art piece more than a vehicle, takes you with the help of two horses and a skilful coachman through the narrow streets and lively squares and will show you the Old Town from a somewhat different perspective. The guide will tell you about the life in these quarters from the 13th century until our present days. See the genuine Old Town accompanied by the charming clattering against the cobbled streets! Click here for more information and Booking Details



Globe Arena

A nearly ninety metres high building in the shape of a golf ball, houses Sweden's largest indoor arena and offers all sorts of sports facilities. The compound compises threeother buildings as well: the Hovet arena, the Soderstadion and the Annexet venue (mostly used for exhibitions).

type: Interesting Buildings
address:Johanneshov
tel:+46 (0)8 72 51 000


The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour 2 hours

The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

When Stockholm's museums have locked their ancient doors, when the stores are all closed and people have retreated to the safety of their homes, this is when the empty streets of Stockholm's Old Town are handed over to the spirits, vampires and to you.

As the evening closes in, your experienced ghost-guide will light his lantern and lead you through a maze of forgotten courtyards, deserted alleyways and empty cobble-streets in search of the places where history meets mystery.

Not only will you hear true accounts of ghosts, poltergeists and haunted places but also of murders, unsolved mysteries, myths and legends. Is your stomach strong enough for tales of disease and of public executions?

On your tour, you will even have the chance to taste, as well as smell, medieval Stockholm as your guide brings the past back to life.

Each tour includes a refreshment break in a 17th century underground wine cellar, a welcome chance to shelter from the shadows and secrets that lurk on the dark streets above. However, how much have you jumped from the frying pan into the fire? This wine cellar, now a restaurant, is actively haunted and who knows what or who we may find down there!

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The German Church

Gothic church dating from the 14th century.

type:Religious Buildings
address:Old Town


Historical Canal Tour 50 minutes

Historical Canal Tour Welcome aboard on a journey through Stockholm's history. In addition to its narrow canals and leafy shorelines, you will discover the history of the city and many of its famous buildings. This guided tour, devised by one of leading experts on the city of Stockholm, takes us round Kungsholmen, Langholmen and Reimersholme. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Old Town Walkabout 1 hour

Old Town Walkabout Join us in an exciting walk through the narrow streets of the Old Town. Our guide will take you through Stortorget (Main Square), and will tell you about the Stockholm blood bath of 1520, as well as recounting the legend of St George and the Dragon. After this we will stroll through the courtyards and lanes of the city's oldest section, sights which many visitors normally miss. The group will consist of a maximum of 20 people. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Stockholm Panorama 1.5 hours

Stockholm Panorama See the whole of Stockholm in 90 minutes. We show you the most famous buildings and views, including a stop at Fjallgatan, where the view of Stockholm's islands and waters is truly wonderful. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Golden Stockholm City Tour - Alfred Nobel 2.5 hours

Golden Stockholm City Tour - Alfred Nobel

Enjoy this traditional city sightseeing tour with special emphasis on Alfred Nobel's life, and the Nobel prize ceremony.

Pass the Konsert huset (Concert Hall) where the Nobel ceremony is held every year. The tour takes you through the area of Djurgarden and past the embassy.

In the Gamla Stan (Old City) visit the Nobel Museum before stopping at Fjallgata to enjoy the beautiful view over Stockholm. Pass Helenelund where Alfred Nobel lived and performed his experiments with dynamite!

See also where Alfred lost one of his brothers due to one of the explosions.

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Golden Royal Sightseeing Tour - Vaxholm, Vira Bruk, Norrtajle 5 hours

Golden Sweden Sightseeing Tour This new tour emphasizes the Swedish industry and history.

First stop Is at Vaxholm which is a very beautiful village and was the main gate to Stockholm from the sea.

The next stop is Vira Bruk, where King Gustav II started production of weapons in 1635 AD, and which was a fundamental reason for Swedish military victories.

Stop in Norrtajle, an old industrial town before making your way back to Stockholm via Ranas Slott (Ranas Castle).

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Special Summer Offer!! 4 Days, 4* Stockholm City Break 2,3, or 4 Days

Special Summer Offer!! 4 Days, 4* Stockholm City Break

VIP Entrance to the Jazz Club Stampen! Feel the atmosphere of Stockholm, one of the world's most beautiful capitals! "The Venice of the North", built on 14 islands. And an Eldorado for Shoppers!

VIP entrance to Stampen, located in the Old Town, is a famous traditional Swedish Jazz Club. Offers a range of Jazz styles in a real Jazz Club atmosphere. From happy Traditional Jazz, to bopping Swing Rock and Roll, to tasteful Soulful Deep Blues to Piano Boggie. The dancing takes place at the lower floor "Gamlingen". General scheme for Fridays and Saturdays. Two bands, usually one swing/jazz and one blues/soul. Opening hours for Fri and Sat: 20.00-02.00.

You stay at the 4* Park Inn, a modern business, conference and leisure hotel in Solna Centrum (9 min from Stockholm Centrum). One of Scandinavia's most popular shopping center, north of Stockholm and close to transport links. The hotel offers 246 modern, fully equipped rooms and a popular restaurant serving modern European cuisine. Note! During Summertime, the cuisine is closed, only buffet breakfast is served.  

 

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Golden Viking History Tour 8 hours

Golden Viking History Tour Let this tour take you on an interesting journey of the Golden Viking Era!

The first stop is approximately 20 minutes drive to an area at an old Viking bridge called Jarlabankes bro. See the runic stones before travelling to the old Viking parliament - Arkils Tingplats.

From here, drive to an interesting church at Vallentuna and continue to the Granby ruins and Lunda.

The tour continues to Sigtuna - an old shopping centre from the 10th century! Make your way to the Old Uppsala, probably the most historic place in Sweden due to the old Viking parliament and the Mounds.

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Under the Bridges of Stockholm 1 hour 50 minutes

Under the Bridges of Stockholm If you want to see the whole of Stockholm from the water, you should choose this two-hour conducted trip which passes under 15 bridges and through two locks. We will be travelling on both the sea and on lake M?laren and we will see all the well-known buildings. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Stockholm's City Hall

Stockholm's City Hall was built between 1911-1923 to the design of architect Ragnar Östberg. It is one of Sweden's foremost buildings in the National Romantic style. Behind the imposing facades, built with 8 million bricks are found offices, meeting rooms and banquetting halls. Inspired by the palaces of the Renaissance, Ragnar Östberg had the City Hall built around two squares or "piazzas", Borgargården and the Blue Hall.

type:Historical Sights


Gripsholm Castle

This 16th century castle ahs an interesting national portrait gallery.

type:Palaces
address:Mariefred
tel:+46 (0)8 15 91 194


The Stockholm Card 24, 48 or 72 hours

The Stockholm Card The Stockholm Card - see more pay less!
Stockholm is a vibrant place. There are adventures to be had at every corner - on the streets, on the stages, at the museums and in the parks. Experience the beauty of Stockholm from the water or the many faces of the city ashore. The Stockholm Card is your short cut to a wealth of activities; visit a museum in the morning, a palace at lunch and go sightseeing in the afternoon. The card is also your ticket to the public transport, which will carry you all over the city both above and under ground. Everything's easy with the Stockholm Card.

The Stockholm Card gives you free entry to 75 museums and attractions, free travel by public transport (excluding to and from the airport), free sightseeing by boat as well as several other bonus offers. You decide whether you want a card that is valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours. The card will not be valid until it is stamped with the time and date the first time you use it. Two child cards can be purchased per adult card. The card is valid once per attraction and entitles you to unlimited travel by metro, bus and commuter train.

SAVE MONEY WITH THE STOCKHOLM CARD OFFERING:

  • Free admission to 75 museums and attractions
  • Unlimited use of public transport in Stockholm, including the metro, buses, and commuter trains
  • Free canal tour at selected departure times, see below for further details
  • Free ferry from Nybroplan to Djurg?rden
  • Discounted tickets for the Stockholm Panorama sightseeing bus
  • Discounted tickets for the Open Top double-decker bus tour
  • Discounted tickets for Cosmonova IMAX theatre
  • Discounted tickets for boat trip to Drottningholm Palace
  • A guidebook available in Swedish, English, German, French, Spanish, Finnish, and Italian?containing information on museums and maps of the city

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Golden City Nobel 2.5 hours

Golden City Nobel

Enjoy this traditional city sightseeing tour with special emphasis on Alfred Nobel's life, and the Nobel prize ceremony.

Pass the Konsert huset (Concert Hall) where the Nobel ceremony is held every year. The tour takes you through the area of Djurgarden and past the embassy.

In the Gamla Stan (Old City) visit the Nobel Museum before stopping at Fjallgata to enjoy the beautiful view over Stockholm. Pass Helenelund where Alfred Nobel lived and performed his experiments with dynamite!

See also where Alfred lost one of his brothers due to one of the explosions.

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The Church of Catherine

Baroque church that has been restored after a fire in 1990.

type:Religious Buildings
address:Södermalm


Butterfly House

Butterfly and bird house.

type:Parks & Gardens
address:Hagaparken
tel:+46 (0)8 730 39 81


Vasamuseet

The Vasamuseet is so cracked up that it seems inevitable that it should be hype - but it is nothing of the sort.

This museum was erected to house the Vasa, a ship built at the orders of Gustavus Adolphus in 1628 to be the largest and finest warship in the world, which was apparently unbalanced and sank on her maiden voyage. The story of the raising of the ship and the work to restore her to her original glory is depicted alongside the vessel and there are interesting displays on life at sea and other matters.

However it is the ship itself which will hold your gaze - and photography is allowed. It is magnificent and the carving is awesome. The museum is well equipped with lifts that allow everybody to see the Vasa at various levels.

type:Museums
address:Djurgårdsbrunnsvägen 24
tel:+46 (0)8 519 548 00
email:vasamuseet@smm.se
openings:see website
url:bokningen.vasa@smm.se
zipcode:www.vasamuseet.se


Skansen

First open air museum in the world and zoological park.

type:Parks & Gardens
address: Djurgården
tel:+46 (0)8 442 82 80


Stockholm Hop On Hop Off Boat Sightseeing 1 hour

Stockholm Hop On Hop Off Boat Sightseeing

Hop-on and hop-off at the various bridges as often as you like, or stay onboard and enjoy the ride. The ticket is valid for 24 hrs. Guided onboard narration is included.

Open Top Sightseeing takes you to the Royal Palace (1) where you can watch the changing of the guard all year round. At the Nybroviken terminal (2) you can take another boat to Fjaderholmarna and Djurgarden. From here it's a short walk to the shopping district. If you have your mind set on history, you don't want to miss the Vasa museum (3) and Nordiska Museum. Have a good time at the classic amusement park Grona Lund (4) or visit Skansen with its variety of traditional buildings and wild animals. Historic buildings are also to be found in Gamla stan (5). Even though they were built during the 17th and 18th century they are very well preserved.

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Ulriksdal Palace

Palace built in the mid-17th century. The Orangery houses the museums of Swedish sculpture.

type:Palaces
address:The Royal Palace
tel:+46 (0)8 40 261 30


City Hall Tower

High up in the sky, from there you arguably have the best view of the city as it is very close to the centre and quite high.

type:Hotspots
address:Hantverkargatan 1


Royal Canal Tour 50 minutes

Royal Canal Tour We start with a trip along the shady canal of Djurgarden. As the canal opens out into the sea, we return towards the city and pass Fjaderholmarna, Prince Eugen's Waldemarsudde, the Vasa Museum, Sodermalm and Slussen. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Royal Palace

A 17th Century baroque palace, home of former royalty, with endless cultural treasures on display.

type:Historical Sights
address:Gamla Stan (Old Town)
tel:+46 (0)8 40 26 130


4* Stockholm City Break with VIP Jazz Club Entrance 2-4 nights

4* Stockholm City Break with VIP Jazz Club Entrance

VIP Entrance to the Jazz Club Stampen! Feel the atmosphere of Stockholm, one of the world's most beautiful capitals! "The Venice of the North", built on 14 islands. And an Eldorado for Shoppers!

VIP entrance to Stampen, located in the Old Town, is a famous traditional Swedish Jazz Club. Offers a range of Jazz styles in a real Jazz Club atmosphere. From happy Traditional Jazz, to bopping Swing Rock and Roll, to tasteful Soulful Deep Blues to Piano Boggie. The dancing takes place at the lower floor "Gamlingen". General scheme for Fridays and Saturdays. Two bands, usually one swing/jazz and one blues/soul. Opening hours for Fri and Sat: 20.00-02.00.

You stay at the 4* Park Inn, a modern business, conference and leisure hotel in Solna Centrum (9 min from Stockholm Centrum). One of Scandinavia's most popular shopping center, north of Stockholm and close to transport links. The hotel offers 246 modern, fully equipped rooms and a popular restaurant serving modern European cuisine. Note! During Summertime, the cuisine is closed, only buffet breakfast is served.  

 

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Ice Bar

Neat place to see a bar constructed entirely out of ice.  Touristy but well worth the visit.

type:Hotspots


Old Town Combination 2.5 hours

Old Town Combination A bus and walking tour. The tour starts with a bus trip through the city, passing through areas such as Sodermalm, Kungsholmen, Djurgarden and the city center. We also stop on Fjallgatan to enjoy the amazing view. After the bus trip, we proceed on foot for an exciting tour of The Old Town, Stockholm's oldest district. The guided walk takes you through narrow alleys and tiny courtyards, while the guide recounts the history of the Stockholm bloodbath and the legend of St. George and the dragon. Click here for more information and Booking Details



4* Stockholm Family Break with visit to Skansen 3-5 Days

4* Stockholm Family Break with visit to Skansen

VIP Entrance to the Jazz Club Stampen! Feel the atmosphere of Stockholm, one of the world's most beautiful capitals! "The Venice of the North", built on 14 islands. And an Eldorado for Shoppers!

VIP entrance to Stampen, located in the Old Town, is a famous traditional Swedish Jazz Club. Offers a range of Jazz styles in a real Jazz Club atmosphere. From happy Traditional Jazz, to bopping Swing Rock and Roll, to tasteful Soulful Deep Blues to Piano Boggie. The dancing takes place at the lower floor "Gamlingen". General scheme for Fridays and Saturdays. Two bands, usually one swing/jazz and one blues/soul. Opening hours for Fri and Sat: 20.00-02.00.

You stay at the 4* Park Inn, a modern business, conference and leisure hotel in Solna Centrum (9 min from Stockholm Centrum). One of Scandinavia's most popular shopping center, north of Stockholm and close to transport links. The hotel offers 246 modern, fully equipped rooms and a popular restaurant serving modern European cuisine. Note! During Summertime, the cuisine is closed, only buffet breakfast is served.  

 

Click here for more information and Booking Details


Stockholm Grand Tour 3.5 hours

Stockholm Grand Tour Our biggest and most comprehensive tour, which also includes a sandwich and a cold drink on board the boat. Experience the Stockholm of today and times gone by in a way that is perhaps unique. See Stockholm and its surrounding areas by land, sitting in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and listening in your own language. Our staff will then join you for the transfer to a boat that is waiting to take you out to sea - and from the water you'll see a picturesque Stockholm, at its most spectacular. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Golden Viking Tour 8 hours

Golden Viking Tour

The first stop is approximately 20 minutes drive to an area at an old Viking bridge called Jarlabankes bro. See the runic stones before travelling to the old Viking parliament - Arkils Tingplats.

From here, drive to an interesting church at Vallentuna and continue to the Granby ruins and Lunda.

The tour continues to Sigtuna - an old shopping centre from the 10th century! Make your way to the Old Uppsala, probably the most historic place in Sweden due to the old Viking parliament and the Mounds.

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Millesgården

This is sited on the coast of one of the larger islands, Lidingö, with fine views back over the city. It has indoor exhibits, mostly of paintings, but the outdoor sculptures are what you will remember. These are both works by Carl Milles and works that he colllected.

 

type:Parks, Gardens and Zoos
email:info@millesgarden.se
address:Carl Milles väg 2, SE 181 34 LIDINGÖ
url:www.millesgarden.se
openings:see site below
tel:+ 46 8 446 75 90. Also +46 8 446 75 80


Stockholm in a Nutshell 2.5 hours

Stockholm in a Nutshell This is the combination tour which shows you the whole of Stockholm. We start with a coach trip around the city, viewing the best known sites and buildings. After one hour and a half, we transfer to a boat to sail around the royal park of Djurgarden and past the most inner archipelago islands. Click here for more information and Booking Details



Stockholm Hop On Hop Off Bus Sightseeing 24 hours

Stockholm Hop On Hop Off Bus Sightseeing Welcome to Open Top Tours, a sightseeing tour around Stockholm with open top double decker buses. During the tour, you will pass most of Stockholm's sights. You can get on and off the bus as often as you want at the bus stops along the route - the ticket is valid 24 hours. In bad weather, we have a roof we can install quickly to protect you from the elements. Guiding is done in eight different languages through individual headphones. Click here for more information and Booking Details



House of Knights

Former gathering place for knights from all over the area.

type:Historical Sights
address:Old Town


Riddarholm Church

Over 700 hundred years old monastery church. This is the place where the Swedish kings got and get married. The tombs from the deceased kings are here as well.

type:Religious Buildings
address:Riddarholmen
openingHours:7-9


Kaknäs TV-Tower

The tallest building in Scandinavia (155 metres)

type: Interesting Buildings
address:Ladugårdsgärdet
tel:+46 (0)8 78 92 435


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