Top Activities on the Ground in Stockholm

Stockholm, the captivating capital of Sweden, invites you to explore its rich history and modern flair across 14 islands. Wander through the charming cobblestones of Gamla Stan, visit the Royal Palace, and delve into world-class museums like the Vasa and ABBA Museums. Nature enthusiasts will love Djurgården, featuring the oldest open-air museum, Skansen. With the interactive map, uncover four themed routes tailored for history buffs, families, drivers, and shoppers, ensuring you discover over 200 points of interest at your own pace. - Discover the historic charm of Gamla Stan and the Royal Palace - Explore museums including the Vasa Museum and Fotografiska - Enjoy family-friendly attractions with the Navicup Green Line route - Navigate Stockholm's best shopping areas with tailored routes

Uncover the Magic of Stockholm with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Stockholm? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Stockholm’s most iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and City Hall, as well as hidden gems. Weave through the bustling Old Town and the lively Östermalm Food Hall while this flexible walking tour lets you explore without groups and schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

Learn about Stockholm's haunted history on this ghost tour in the city center. Hear tales of executions, myths, legends, murders, and unsolved mysteries. Follow a guide with a lighted lantern down the narrow alleyways of Stockholm's oldest neighborhood, where history and mystery will come alive through storytelling.

Cover more ground in less time on a Stockholm bike tour. The city’s central islands are bike-friendly with hundreds of kilometers of cycle paths. But, if you don’t know them, you risk missing the best bits. On this tour, follow your local guide past landmarks and hidden gems, which are often only accessible by bike or foot, and hear their history, too. Stockholm Royal Palace and Gamla Stan are among the highlights.

With so much to see, it can be tough to fit in visits to Stockholm’s most popular tourist hotspots into a single trip, especially on foot. Hop aboard a golf cart on this small-group tour, for an eco-friendly trip around the city that lets you see far more sights than you would walking.

Experience the Swedish countryside on a small-group sunset hiking tour. Set off at dusk into Tyresta National Park, keeping an eye out for the wildlife that gets active at this time of day, including deer, wild boars, hares, foxes, and rare native moose if you’re lucky. Wander through the ancient forest and beautiful lakes, ending with a traditional, freshly cooked Swedish meal appropriate for the season.

Sample the best of Stockholm's cuisine on a half-day walking tour. With a food-loving guide, learn about the evolution of Swedish cuisine from traditional smoked reindeer to cosmopolitan contemporary fare. Taste fresh local seafood and sip decadent hot chocolate. Dig into a modern version of Swedish meatballs and sample a traditional Swedish fika, an after-dinner coffee-and-treat combo. Stop by Õstermalms Saluhall, the city's oldest food market, to browse.

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.

Explore Stockholm's stunning archipelago on a day trip to Öja island, where nature and history intertwine. After a scenic drive and ferry ride, embark on an 11 km hike across the island's rugged terrain, featuring forests and a natural pool. Stop for a delightful outdoor lunch, possibly a cozy BBQ if the weather permits, before visiting the historic Landsort lighthouse, built in the 17th century. Discover relics of the Cold War, including an abandoned artillery battery, while learning about local life on this secluded island. - Guided tour with transport from central Stockholm to Öja island - Hike 11 km through diverse landscapes; easy to intermediate difficulty - Outdoor lunch included, with BBQ option in good weather - Visit the historic Landsort lighthouse and Cold War relics

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.

On this private guided tour of Stockholm you will enjoy a more tailored experience and, as it is by bicycle, visit places inaccessible to tour buses. Pedal through the city in the company of a guide who takes you to the top sites, as well as a few of their best-loved hidden gems. Cycle around Stockholm's central islands during this 3-hour private tour on a bike. Follow your local cyclist guide to the city's most important landmarks and stop by some hidden gems as well, many of which are only accessible by bike or on foot. Stockholm's general bike-friendliness and many cycling lanes make it easy to explore on two wheels. Visit Kungliga Slottet (the Royal Palace), the Swedish Parliament, the stately Royal Dramatic Theatre and Gamla Stan (Old Town) with engaging, informative commentary from your guide. Bikes and helmets are provided.

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.

Swap the hustle and bustle of the city for the serene nature that surrounds Stockholm. This small-group tour (maximum eight) takes you into the forest of Nackareservatet national park where you'll learn about the local flora and fauna and discover some little-known, and less-visited spots. Includes lunch.

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.

There's no better way to get to know Stockholm than from the saddle of a bike. You cover more ground than on foot, move at a pace that lets you actually take things in, and stop whenever something catches your eye. The ride takes you through the heart of the city, past Stockholm City Hall, along the waterfront, and by the edges of Gamla Stan, the old town, where your guide shares stories about the city's past and present. Then you cross over to Djurgården, a green island just minutes from the center, known for its parks, museums, and historic buildings. Stockholm is one of Europe's most bike-friendly cities, with dedicated lanes and calm traffic that make this a relaxed ride for most fitness levels. You'll be on a quality 7-speed bike, and the small group format keeps things social and enjoyable.

Enjoy a unique—and delightfully quirky—way to explore Stockholm on this small-group tour via handcrafted wooden bicycle. Both emblematic of the city's sustainability focus and a comfortable way to get around, the wooden bikes help you see more of Stockholm in less time. As you go, learn more about the city's culture and historic landmarks, and make use of the extensive network of bike lanes to access some its best viewpoints.

The Best Way to Discover Stockholm: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a traditional Swedish "Fika" (coffee and cinnamon bun) in Gamla Stan or take in the waterfront views and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: City Hall, Normalhöjdskasern, Riddarholm Church, Nobel Museum, Obelisk at Castle Hill, Royal Palace, Gustav Adolfs Torg, St. Jacobs Kyrka, National Museum, and the Gilded Crown.

Paddle trough the best parts of the Stockholm Archipelago on a multiple day exploration. More than 26,000 islands are waiting for you and your kayak. Prepare food on an open fire and connect to the most stunning scenery, definitely a once in a lifetime experience - not to be missed. Highlights / Itinerary: Eco-friendly tour operator Kayaking with an experienced outdoor guide (25-35 km) Basic safety and paddle introductions Listen to interesting stories and information about Stockholm and Sweden Enjoy delicious freshly prepared organic campfire meals Maybe go for a swim, in the Baltic Sea Explore the Archipelago from a local perspective Small Groups: Personal group size (small tour operator) Average 2-5 ppl per guide Fitness level Easy to Normal (no special requirements) Approximately 25-35 km distance Beginners are welcome (first-time experience) **In case you wish to book for just 1 person, please write us**

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.

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.

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.

Explore the Stockholm Archipelago from the water, on a winter tour by kayak. Outside of the peak summer months, the islands around Vaxholm are tranquil, and you’ll have the luxury of having it mostly to yourself. Discover its best bits on a carefully planned route with a guide, and hear stories about the nature that abounds.

Swap Stockholm’s city streets for the forests and lakes of Nacka Nature Reserve (Nackareservatet) on this small-group hike. Instead of tackling complex maps and trails yourself, join a guide to explore the area and learn about local wildlife and Swedish culture. Along the way, refuel with a campfire-cooked lunch.