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If you’re visiting Stockholm for the first time, it may be difficult to get to know the city right away on your own. Book this Stockholm Private City Tour and have a private driver take you around the city to familiarize yourself with its main highlights. Ride through Old Town area, see Stockholm City Hall, and Drottningholm Palace—all from the comfort of a private, VIP vehicle.

Spend a day discovering two important historical buildings—Drottningholm Palace and Gripsholm Castle—on this private guided tour. Swap crowded tour buses for a comfortable ride in a private air-conditioned car, and enjoy guide commentary to help you learn fun facts and stories about the sites you visit, including Drottningholm Palace’s role as a royal residence.

Experience the Viking Age with a memorable boat trip to Birka, Sweden’s first known town and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your ticket includes a round‑trip cruise to Björkö, entry to the Birka Museum, and a guided tour through the archaeological fields where Vikings once lived, traded and travelled. Founded in the 750s on Lake Mälaren, Birka is one of Sweden’s most important historical sites, offering well‑preserved traces of life from over a thousand years ago. Daily guided tours in Swedish and English bring the Viking era to life with stories about trade routes, craftsmanship and everyday life. The journey begins aboard M/S Mälar Victoria from Stockholm, with beautiful views and a café serving snacks, drinks and classic Swedish fika. On the island, Restaurant Särimner offers meals inspired by Viking heritage. A visit to Birka combines history, nature and culture, making it one of the most fascinating day trips from Stockholm.

Take the stress out of waving Stockholm goodbye with this transfer to Skavsta Airport. You'll feel comfortable and safe while riding this bus. Equipt with climate control technology and wifi, you'll be able to relax. With qualified drivers who are educated in driving techniques, you'll arrive soundly. Services are available throughout the week and depart from applicable terminals. A restroom is provided on board.

Spend a full day immersed in Viking history accompanied by a private guide on this 8-hour tour from Stockholm. Stops include Sigtuna, the oldest existing town in Sweden, and Uppsala where you can see the old burial grounds and cathedral. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

Follow the hipsters to one of Stockholm’s coolest districts: This private tour helps you get off the tourist trail and see the locals-loved highlights of trendy Södermalm. Often described as Stockholm’s answer to Brooklyn, this area is host to numerous art galleries, coffee shops, vintage stores, cocktail bars, and other highlights. On this private, fully bespoke tour, you can customize the tour itinerary to best suit itinerary interests.

Skip the run-of-the-mill sightseeing tours and get an insider's view of Stockholm. This small-group tour takes you to places that are loved by locals but that most other tours miss, as well as filling you in on lesser-known stories about the city's landmarks and insights into Swedish culture.

Discover the residence of Sweden’s royal family—and beat the crowds—on this private tour of the UNESCO-listed Drottningholm Palace. Meet your guide directly at your Stockholm hotel, hop aboard your private vehicle, and head straight to the palace, considered one of the best-preserved 17th-century Swedish castles (ticket own expense). You’ll explore highlights like the Chinese Pavilion, the palace gardens, and more, and will learn all about its regal history.

Fika, the practice of going for a coffee and sweet treat with friends, is a classic Swedish tradition—and this small-group tour offers the perfect way to experience it. Meet your guide in central Stockholm and set off on foot. You'll drop by several cozy cafes and bakeries, discover the exceptional local coffee culture, sample a variety of tempting desserts, and see what daily life is like for Stockholm residents.

Who is the Swedish Royal Family, and how do they live? Find out on a private tour of the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Visit the ornate Royal Apartments, Treasury, and Museum. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: Tour is available in following language: English, Swedish Germany, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian 2-hour: Royal Palace Tour (No Transfer) On a 2-hour tour of the Royal Palace in Stockholm you will visit the Royal Apartments, Treasury, and the Three Crowns Museum. 4-hour: Royal Palace, Stockholm Cathedral Tour (No Transfer) On a 4-hour tour you will explore Gamla Stan and visit the Stockholm Cathedral and the Royal Palace (the Royal Apartments, Treasury and the Three Crowns Museum). Visit the Stockholm Palace and discover the history and heritage of the royal dynasties of Sweden from the Viking Age, through the reign of Gustav Vasa, to present day.

Welcome to one of Europe's largest and most vibrant castles. The castle is HM the King's official residence and essential parts of the monarchy's representation take place here, while large parts of the castle are open all year round. Located in Gamla Stan or The Old Town, The Royal Palace of Stockholm has more than 1,400 rooms, 11 floors, and only 1 balcony. The Palace is also the largest official Royal residence in Europe, even larger than Buckingham Palace in London. There are many attractions here - the Treasury with the royal regalia, Museum Three Crowns about the castle's medieval history, and not least the Representation floors with the pompous parade rooms. During the summer months, Gustav III's antiquities museum and the Castle Church are also open. The changing of the guards is popular with visitors, as is the Slottsboden shop.

Zip around Stockholm with ease—and see the best of the city in just half a day—on this time-saving, private tour by car. Don't worry about navigation or directions: Your guide will take care of all the logistics. Disembark to explore the Gamla Stan Old Town, admire highlights like the Royal Palace, and visit areas from Sodermalm to Ostermalm. Learn about Stockholm's history, and even enjoy a trip to the ever-popular Vasa Museum.

No trip to Stockholm is complete without a fika experience—the beloved national tradition means taking time out to enjoy a relaxing coffee and dessert, alone or with friends. On this personalized, private experience, meet your guide at a time and place that works for you, and follow them to a locals-frequented café, where you can nibble numerous pastries and enjoy a delicious coffee. Then, complement your fika with a stroll around town.

This is the perfect overview tour for first-time visitors to Stockholm, or travelers interested in learning about its history. Save the research time, and enjoy a guided tour that reveals fascinating stories about warrior kings, famous inventors, modern tech entrepreneurs, and world-renowned companies that began in Sweden. During the tour, tick off plenty of top sights such as Riddarholmen, the City Hall, the Royal Palace, and the picturesque Old Town.

Learn about Stockholm’s Viking history and tick off some of its most important sites during this small-group walking tour. To ensure you don’t lose the group and can hear the guide clearly, the group size is capped at 10 people. Start in the Old Town, and pass by the Parliament building, and the Royal Palace. Then, take a ferry trip to the Viking Museum—with entry included for extra convenience.

Close your eyes and imagine a place where people stuff their own sausages and brew their own beer. Open your eyes to reveal the “Hipster Island,” also known as Södermalm, where this is the reality. Experience the bohemian side of Stockholm with a touch of history and culture on this 2-hour walking tour.

In this tour, we will walk through _both_ the modern City Centre _and_ the Old Town. This is a small group tour and you will have the possibility to ask all the questions want. The City Centre was modernized during the later half of the 20th century. It was a unique project where hundreds of houses were demolished to make way for infrastructure, new buildings and squares! During our walk through the city, you will also learn about Swedish inventors like Nobel, the entrepreneurs behind H&M and IKEA. We will pass the Spotify main office located in the entrepreneurial hotspot Urban Escape. Passing the statue of Gustav II Adolf, who in the 17th century commissioned the famous warship Vasa, we will enter the Old Town, one of the best-preserved medieval city centers in Europe. After passing the Royal Palace, we walk along the narrow cobblestoned alleyways to get acquainted with Stockholm’s history and listen to the story of Sweden’s birth.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Stockholm. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Stortorget to Mårten Trotzigs gränd, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Stockholm to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Stockholm through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Stockholm's historic Gamla Stan, showcasing its rich heritage. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Stockholm in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Get a local's-eye view of Södermalm, Stockholm's hippest district, on this guided biking tour. Traveling the way the local pedal do, pedal through the streets as your guide provides insights into the history and culture of the neighborhood. Admire the area's architecture and abundance of quirky cafes, bohemian shops, and vintage boutiques, and get some insider tips on how to explore even deeper afterward.

If your cruise ship is docking in Stockholm, make the most of your limited time ashore by exploring with a local who knows the best hangouts and quickest routes around town. Based upon your preferences, you’ll be matched with a like-minded host who will create a personalized itinerary for you and accompany you around.

Explore Stockholm the fun way, playing a cellphone game in the style of an escape room mission. You’ll solve clues to puzzle out an assignment as you explore Stockholm's old town and discover its landmarks. The game lasts between two and four hours, and is played using an easy smartphone App so you don’t need a map or even a guide.

Leave Stockholm behind on this half-day sunset safari through Sweden's forests. Learn about the local wildlife from a guide who knows the best areas to spot moose, deer, hares, and more. Enjoy hassle-free transfers from Stockholm to the countryside in a minivan. The sunset timing is not only beautiful, but improves your chances of seeing animals when they are most active.

This engaging and carefully designed experience offers an informative look at Swedish history and Old Town while uncovering hidden gems along the way. Wander through narrow cobblestone alleys and learn about landmarks like the Royal Palace, Storkyrkan, and Stortorget. Discover hidden treasures such as Gamla Stan’s smallest statue and the narrowest street in Stockholm. Learn about the city’s oldest restaurant and much more. Learn historical facts about Old Town (“Gamla Stan”) and Swedish history. Hear unconventional, rarely known stories and facts about Old Town. Uncover hidden gems. Enjoy local candy during the tour. Get a list of recommendations for your stay in Stockholm at the end of the tour.

Stockholm’s islands, historic streets, and cultural landmarks can feel overwhelming for first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments and museums while learning about the city’s history and culture. Please note that museum visits are not included. If you would like to visit a museum inside, you will need to contact us in advance, and a supplement will apply depending on the selected museum. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, offering insights into both famous and hidden spots.