Sweden's capital Stockholm is a large city offering travelers and visitors many events, attractions and things do to in this Scandinavian city. These attractions and local destinations are the top picks for Stockholm visitors - they are certainly worth a detour, so put them on the "to do" list for your trip to Stockholm!
1. Walking Around Stockholm's Djurgården Island
One of Stockholm's top attractions, Djurgården (english: Game Park) is an island right in the middle of Stockholm, known for its beautiful green spaces, many sights, events, parks, and tourist attractions. The island Djurgarden has more than 10 million (!) visitors each year. The location is perfect for an interesting 2 hour Djurgarden walking tour across Stockholm's popular island.
2. Great Guided Tours in Stockholm
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Get all of Stockholm's attractions in one! What are the best guided tours in Stockholm for Sweden travelers? This travel article shows the best guided tours in Stockholm for visitors, along with booking information so you can make reservations online. Which tours are the most interesting, or the most unique? Find out in Best Guided Tours in Stockholm!
3. "Grona Lund" Amusement Park, Stockholm
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4. Enjoy Stockholm's Nightlife & Bars
Not a Stockholm attraction per se, the nightlife here offers great entertainment! If you're not traveling with children and are more interested in nightlife, music, and bars, you have found the perfect destination. Read about the Top 4 Nightclub Recommendations which partylovers should not miss on any trip to this Swedish city!5. Shopping Scandinavian Artwork
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6. Ice Skating at Kungstradgarden
A winter attraction in Stockholm? If you're visiting Stockholm in the winter, there is a nice secret: Go ice skating for free at Kungsträdgården Park in Stockholm! Ice skating is a popular Scandinavian activity in the winter months - find out more about Ice Skating at Kungsträdgården Park, a favorite winter pastime for both visitors and locals in Stockholm!
7. The Vasamuseet
In 1628, the highly-decorated warship Vasa sailed from Stockholm on her anticipated maiden voyage and sank. Three centuries later, Vasa was discovered and salvaged and is now the world's only preserved 17th-century ship. The museum allows you to view it from six levels and it has been chosen as one of the 7 Wonders of Sweden!
Location: Galärvarvet, Djurgården, Stockholm. Phone: +46 8 519 54800.
