Central Sweden Travel Guide
Where to stay in 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 Royal Swedish Opera and King's Garden, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Norrmalm
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Gamla Stan
If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Gamla stan T-Bana to see more of the city.
Östermalm
Travellers choose Östermalm for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Swedish History Museum.
Vasastan
Vasastan is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Odenplan Square or Stockholm Public Library.
Maria
While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Maria Square or Tantolunden Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.
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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 galleries.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm: Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour with Lunch
Stockholm: 2-Hour Djurgården Sightseeing Tour
Stockholm: Evening Dining Experience
Stockholm: Food Tour
Evening Wildlife Safari from Stockholm
- Avicii Arena
- Stockholm Viking Terminal
- Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal
- Gröna Lund
- Skansen
- ABBA The Museum
- Vasa Museum
- Friends Arena
- Stockholm Palace
- Tele2 Arena
- Stockholm City Hall
- Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre
- Odenplan Square
- Sollentuna Centrum
- Solvalla Loppis
- Drottningholm Palace
- King's Garden
- Drottninggatan
- SkyCity
- Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre
- Stureplan
- Stockholm Frihamnen Terminal
- Stockholm Olympic Stadium
- Sergels Square