Stockholm's population is over 776,000 (Stockholm region: population close to 2 million) and the Swedish capital is located at an elevation of only 200 feet (61 meters). Stockholm is Sweden's largest city and its economic, transportation, administrative, and cultural center. As the capital of Sweden, Stockholm is the seat of the Swedish government and home to King Carl XVI Gustaf. The city of Stockholm also has a large port and large shipbuilding manufacturers, and is the seat of Sweden's principal stock exchange.
Founded in the 13th century on the site of a fishing village, Stockholm is a wonderful destination for Scandinavia travelers. Discover a city like no other - a city built on 14 islands (e.g. Djurgarden, where you are never far from the water. Medieval buildings stand alongside modern architecture. Stockholm is also home of the Nobel Prize. And just outside the city, the archipelago of 24 000 islands is waiting to be explored.
With four different airports, Stockholm is easy to reach. Flygbussarna bus lines connect Stockholm with all those airports, and the Arlanda Express train connects Stockholm's Arlanda Airport with Stockholm's city center. Public transportation is available through the Stockholm Metro (Tunnelbanan); three regional/suburban rail systems: commuter rail (pendeltåg), Roslagsbanan, and Saltsjöbanan; three light rail systems: Nockebybanan, Lidingöbanan, and Tvärbanan; and a large amount of bus lines. And don't forget the popular bicycling rental service: CityBike Stockholm!
Public transportation tickets in Stockholm come in single ticket and travel cards, both for unlimited travel in Stockholm County. A single ticket costs 40 SEK and is valid for one hour. Books of ten single tickets are available for 180 SEK.
Fun Fact: Stockholm's subway is also known as the world's longest art gallery at 68 miles (109 kilometers). The majority of the subway's 100 stations include paintings, sculptures and mosaics.
Stockholm is located on the southeastern coast of Sweden, where Lake Mälaren enters the Baltic. Stockholm's central city area consists of 14 islands. Due to the city's northern latitude, the climate of Stockholm is extremely varied with distinct seasons. At the winter solstice (read more: Scandinavian Phenomena) in late December, the day lasts about 6 hours, whereas at the summer solstice in late June, Stockholm's daylight period extends to 18 hours.
Find out more here: Weather in Sweden & Stockholm Temperatures)!
Stockholm has a lot to offer. You can find local festivities and events along with attractions and regional hotel/dining reviews in this helpful travel guide: Stockholm Travel Guide.
