About Stockholm
Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, home to around 1,515,017 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Stockholm
1
Gamla Stan (Old Town)
2
Vasa Museum
3
Fotografiska
4
Djurgarden island
5
City Hall (Stadshuset)
6
Sodermalm viewpoints
7
Archipelago boat trip
8
Ostermalms Saluhall
Budget travel
Free things to do in Stockholm
Gamla Stan (Old Town)
Djurgarden island
Sodermalm viewpoints
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Gamla Stan (Old Town)
- Visit Vasa Museum
- Visit Fotografiska
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Djurgarden island
- Visit City Hall (Stadshuset)
- Visit Sodermalm viewpoints
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Archipelago boat trip
- Visit Ostermalms Saluhall
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $$
Östermalms Saluhall stalls
Market food · Beautiful food hall — locals' pick
- $$
Tradition
Swedish · Classic husmanskost favourite
- $
Meatballs for the People
Swedish · Modern take on the national dish
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Grand Hôtel Stockholm
Blasieholmen · Landmark facing the Royal Palace
- $$$$
Ett Hem
Vasastan · Townhouse hotel with a residential feel
- $$$
Hotel Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen · Quiet island boutique
Nightlife
- Systembolaget
- Drottninggatan
- Klarabergsgatan
- Regeringsgatan
- Vasagatan
- Nybrogatan
In pictures
Stockholm gallery
Keep exploring
