Top Stockholm Self-guided Tours

Royal palaces, opera-house glamour and a thousand-year-old runestone — Stockholm hides clues in plain sight. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Stockholm on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Size up the Royal Palace, one of Europe's largest still in official use • Take in the Royal Swedish Opera across the water from the King's front door • Hunt down Uppland runic inscription 53, a Viking message hiding downtown Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Gamla Stan's secrets, yours to unlock.

Discover Stockholm like never before with the Secrets of Stockholm City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories! This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Stockholm while exploring famous spots such as the Royal Palace, Storkyrkan, the Nobel Prize Museum, Mårten Trotzigs Gränd, Kungsträdgården, Gamla Stan and the Almstriden elms. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues. During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Stockholm perfect for every type of explorer.

Crime-novel fame, cliff-top views and hidden palaces — Södermalm is Stockholm's coolest game board. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Stockholm on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Visit the Millennium House, stamping ground of Stieg Larsson's fictional heroes • Climb Skinnarviksberget for the city's best free panorama • Discover Van der Nootska Palatset, a baroque palace hiding among the blocks Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Söder's stories, solved at street level.

Rent a bike in Vaxholm and embark on a self-guided adventure through the stunning Stockholm Archipelago. Starting from the heart of Vaxholm, enjoy charming waterfronts, local cafés, and historical sites like Bogesund Castle and Viking rune stones. With options to island-hop via ferry and explore nature reserves, you can set your own pace and discover beautiful landscapes at your leisure. Ideal for families and adventure seekers alike, this rental includes local route tips, luggage storage, and changing facilities to enhance your experience.

Challenge yourself to a Stockholm urban quest activity, which takes place on the city streets in the style of an escape room or treasure hunt. Using an app and instructions given to you by a games master, you’ll explore with your personal group of family and friends, acting the part of a detective to solve an investigation.

"From Stockholm with Love" offers a captivating experience that blends love, history, and adventure. You will explore the enchanting Old Town, solving riddles inspired by romance and unraveling secrets at picturesque stops. You'll discover hidden gems like rune stones and majestic sculptures. Along the way, you will learn about Stockholm's rich history and the profound impact of love on the city. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey, filled with mystery and the magic of love.

Explore Vaxholm like never before with StoryTrail, a self-guided adventure set in 1719. As you step into the shoes of young heroine Tulda, your mission is to expose a hidden conspiracy while navigating the charming streets and historic landmarks of Vaxholm. Armed with your smartphone, follow maps, solve engaging puzzles, and decipher secret messages at your leisure. This unique blend of history and mystery invites families, couples, and friends to immerse themselves in an unforgettable exploration of Vaxholm's rich heritage—all at your own pace.

Delve deep into Stockholm's culinary scene with this 4-hour walking tour. Get a comprehensive introduction to Swedish food and learn about the culinary history of this Scandinavian country. Walk approximately 2 miles (3.5 km) through the bustling city, stopping at 7 local restaurants. Taste foods such as fish soup, meatballs and Swedish salty licorice; all tastings are included and add up to a full meal.

Stockholm becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Mårten Trotzigs gränd, the Stock Exchange, S:ta Gertrud and Stortorget. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Stockholm.

Uncover the secrets of Stockholm's Old Town (or, "Gamla Stan") on this walking tour. Follow your guide through the cobblestone streets and past colorfully painted buildings as they reveal to you the hidden stories of this historic area. Be transported back to the middle ages with tales of noblemen, princesses, and dukes while getting an excellent overview and orientation of the city to prepare you for further independent exploration.

A visit to an unfamiliar city can be greatly enriched by spending time with someone who lives there. Have the special chance to explore Stockholm with a local who shares your interests—and together build a customized itinerary that works best for you—on this ultra-flexible, private tour. Together with your guide, explore the parts of Stockholm that interest you most, and discover spots you'd be unlikely to find alone.

Without local knowledge it can be time-consuming to plan a safe kayaking and camping trip in the Swedish wilderness, however, this convenient package does everything for you. Not only is sea kayaking equipment provided, but the team can also advise you on the best route to take. Then, enjoy a self-guided adventure around the Stockholm Archipelago, with camping and cooking equipment provided too.

Embark on an exploration of Stockholm’s archipelago, a haven of around 30,000 islands and rocks, on this 4-day self-guided adventure. Venture into the Swedish wilderness and enjoy island views, crystal-clear seas, and warm hospitality. Engage in wilderness cooking, fishing, swimming, and sunbathing on secluded rocks. Your kayak package includes top-notch equipment, safety briefings, and the freedom to craft your own adventure.

Explore the Stockholm archipelago via kayak on this small-group tour. Just under an hour outside the bustling city of Stockholm is a group of islands in the Baltic Sea, just waiting to be discovered. Spend the day in this peaceful atmosphere, stopping for provided lunch and snacks. All equipment and instruction is provided; beginners are welcome.

This game is a unique and challenging outdoor escape game adventure with friends, colleagues or family! It is possible to play on the day and at the time of your choice without prior reservation. You will be transported to a bewitching scenario in the heart of the city. You can easily recover photos and videos that will be saved directly to your smartphone.

Enjoy a personalized experience of Stockholm, and explore the Swedish capital at your own pace, by booking this private tour. Your guide will take you to Stockholm's most important landmarks, including the Royal Palace and Stockholm City Hall, and to two major museums: the Vasa Museum and open-air Skansen museum.

Immerse yourself in Stockholm's history when you explore the oldest part of the city—and then visit Drottningholm Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site—on this time-saving, two-in-one tour. Following pickup at a time and place of your choosing, explore with just your private guide for company. After getting to know the history-saturated Gamla Stan Old Town, enjoy an immersive tour of Drottningholm Palace's highlights (entry own expense).

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.

• Receive eSIM QR Code within minutes. • Simply scan the designated QR Code to set up the eSIM. • Validity Date: eSIM plan starts upon installation. • Plan Type: Mobile Data only. Voice and SMS not supported. • Mobile Hotspot: Supported. • Billing: One-time prepaid package with no auto-renewals or contracts. • Compatibility: Works with eSIM-compatible devices that are not carrier locked. Please be aware that most devices bought in China and Hong Kong do not support eSIM. It’s advisable to check online to see if your device is eSIM-compatible, or contact your service provider. • Do ensure your travel plans are confirmed. No refunds or cancellations are given due to eSIM compatibility issues or changes in the itinerary. • Support: Please respond to the email from the Viator Supplier for any assistance or queries. • Expiration: Start using the eSIM within one-month of purchase. • *Connections to major local mobile network at 4G LTE or 5G speeds, depending on availability.

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.

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.