Central Stockholm Travel Guide

Stockholm

A cityscape with a prominent golden star structure, historic buildings, and a river.
A historic building with two domed towers and a statue in front.
A red house with green windows surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A wooden dock extending into a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story apartment building in the background.
A river with a bridge, boats, and ducks on the shore.

Stay near popular Central Stockholm attractions

A water park with roller coasters and a Ferris wheel at dusk.

Gröna Lund

8.2/10 (608 reviews)
See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.
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Things to do

Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

£25
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket

Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket

£27
per adult
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan

The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan

£20
per adult
The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan
Go City: Stockholm All-Inclusive Pass with 50+ attractions

Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum

£70
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum
Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket

Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket

£12
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket
Stockholm Royal Palace Skip-The-Line Hosted Entry

Stockholm Royal Palace Skip the Line Ticket and Guided Tour

£30
per adult
Stockholm Royal Palace Skip the Line Ticket and Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Central Stockholm

Hotel Birger Jarl

Hotel Birger Jarl

4 out of 5
Tulegatan 8 Stockholm
The price is £71 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£71
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,704 reviews)
"I was very impressed with my stay at the Hotel Birger Jarl. The actual hotel was beautiful and immaculate, the staff were so very friendly and always happy to help with anything at all. The room was lovely and clean, and the bed....oh my goodness the bed! So comfortable and the pillows and comforter ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Hotel Birger Jarl
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central

Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central

3 out of 5
Kungsbron 1 Stockholm
The price is £65 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£65
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central
Clarion Hotel Sign

Clarion Hotel Sign

4 out of 5
Östra Järnvägsgatan 35 Stockholm
The price is £116 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£116
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,804 reviews)
"Very good hotel and next door to Arlanda express"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Clarion Hotel Sign
Clarion Hotel Stockholm

Clarion Hotel Stockholm

4 out of 5
Ringvaegen 98 Stockholm
The price is £101 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£101
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,051 reviews)
"Really nice hotel! Staff was very nice. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was a nice plus. The best part of this hotel is how central it is and close to public transport and lots of restaurants within walking distance."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa

Elite Palace Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
St Eriksgatan 115 Stockholm
The price is £99 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£99
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
Hotel C Stockholm

Hotel C Stockholm

3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4 Stockholm
The price is £97 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£97
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel C Stockholm
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Where to stay in Central Stockholm

Find the best Central Stockholm areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Stockholm
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A river with bridges, a train track, and buildings along the riverbanks.

Norrmalm

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A waterfront cityscape with historic buildings and a prominent red brick structure with a green spire.

Södermalm

Stockholm's hottest district Sodermalm is a melting pot of beautiful architecture, trendy bars, exciting cultural happenings and unique shopping, completely surrounded by water.

A cityscape with a prominent church spire, a bridge over a river, and historic buildings with distinctive architecture.

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.

A boat docked at a riverside pier with a bridge and a historic building in the background.

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 Östermalm Market Hall.

A cityscape with a prominent green-roofed building with a clock tower and a dome, surrounded by various other buildings and a clear sky.

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.

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