Kista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Kista
Visit a tech cluster that offers great shopping, entertainment and nightlife, only 15 minutes from Central Stockholm.

Welcome to Kista, a city within a city. In the 1980s the suburb north of Stockholm was referred to as the Silicon Valley of Sweden because of the many start-ups, tech hubs and entrepreneurial culture in the area. Today it is known for its huge shopping centre Kista Galleria, which attracts crowds from the rest of the city. The nearby library was voted "Public Library of the Year" and is well worth a visit.

In the shopping paradise you can choose between no less than 180 shops and restaurants, all under one roof. Enjoy a range of attractions, luxury boutiques, popular clothes shops and eateries. When you need a break, you can go to the cinema in the same shopping centre, or why not go bowling? Buy anything from clothes and accessories to books, electronic goods and homeware during your weekend trip to Kista.

If you want to explore the surrounding nature, but stay close to the sights of Central Stockholm, this might just be the place for you. There are plenty of green areas contrasting with the modern concrete and steel of Kista, most famously the nature reserves Igelbackens Naturreservat and Jarvafaltet. Kista is near Hagaparken, which is not just a gorgeous park, but also the home of Crown Princess Victoria and her family, who live in the palace Haga Slott.

Visit the giant venue Friends Arena if you want to see the world's greatest international acts, or attend exhibitions at Kistamassan. Friends Arena is ten minutes from Kista by car and from there you can walk to Kistamassan. They offer exciting and business events all year round. In the area there are plenty of lovely hotels in all price ranges.

During your holiday in Kista there are many attractions in the capital, for example the Old Town and Skansen Open Air Museum. Kista Galleria is a short underground journey from the city.

Book a trip to Kista and explore this exciting shopping centre. You will experience a welcome respite from everyday life, come rain or shine.

Where to stay in Kista

Kista which includes railway items

Kista Science City

Discover Kista Science City, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in Kista Science City include Kista Galleria and Kistamassan Exhibition and Events Centre, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Kista T-Bana.

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Akalla

Even though there aren't top sights in Akalla, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Kista Galleria. Jump on the metro at Akalla T-Bana to see more of the city.

Akalla
Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
3.5 out of 5
Tornvägen 19A, Arlanda, Stockholm
The price is £83 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
£83
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Arlanda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,069 reviews)
Convenient to airport. Modern and clean interior.
"Enclosed walkway between airport and hotel for nearly entire walk (about 10 mins total). Great complimentary breakfast. Quiet room."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
4 out of 5
Ringvaegen 98, Stockholm
The price is £91 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
£91
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,245 reviews)
Great Hotel
"This is a great hotel with friendly helpful staff situated by shops, bars and a nice park for a walk. The only downside is that I went for a swim but you can only do a proper spa experience and not just a swim - so I was disappointed as I didn’t have time to have the whole experience"

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Hobo Hotel Stockholm
Hobo Hotel Stockholm
3.5 out of 5
Brunkebergstorg 4, Stockholm, Stockholms Laen
The price is £95 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
£95
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,476 reviews)
"Very good restaurant and wine list @TAK"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Hobo Hotel Stockholm
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stockholm Hotel Apartments Arlanda XPO
Stockholm Hotel Apartments Arlanda XPO
3 out of 5
15 Cederströms Slinga, Arlandastad, Stockholms län
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Arlandastad. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Arlandastad Golf Club and Marsta ...
7.6/10 Good! (272 reviews)
Good quality hotel
"The communication with hotel was good, all the information I have received prior the arrival The room was warm and clean"

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024

Stockholm Hotel Apartments Arlanda XPO
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
3 out of 5
Hammarby Fabriksväg 93, Stockholm
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Avicii Arena and Tele2 Arena are located nearby. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (820 reviews)
"Perfect for a quiet getaway with family or friends"

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2024

ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
UNITY Hammarby Sjöstad Stockholm
UNITY Hammarby Sjöstad Stockholm
3.5 out of 5
13 Heliosgatan, Stockholm, Stockholms län
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Stockholm. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (209 reviews)
"It was an amazing place, friendly staff and friendly people. Had an amazing time."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2023

UNITY Hammarby Sjöstad Stockholm
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kista

3.3
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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" "5 - Excellent 16.666666666666668%
4 - Good
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" "4 - Good 33.333333333333336%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 16.666666666666668%
2 - Disappointing
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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
22 Oct 2019

only if you need to get there for work, it is not nice location for anything else

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