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The City Hall is not only the most visited building in Stockholm but it is also the office of the Stockholm City Council. It was built in the Swedish National Romantic Style but it is also here where every year, on the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death on December 10th, the Nobel Prize Banquet is held. This is one of the most popular visits in town. The tour itself lasts about 45 minutes per regulations that we need to follow in The City Hall, but after that, we will visit the courtyards and garden facing Lake Mälaren. From here you will have a fantastic view of the city and is fantastic for taking photos or just relaxing and admiring the scenery.

Taking memorable photos of your trip can be challenging for novice and professional photographers alike. This private photography tour helps ensure you take home beautiful photos of your trip to Stockholm, offering a photographer who guides you to photogenic landmarks in the Scandinavian Capital. Learn creative ways to shoot city sights, manual setting basics, creative compositions, light control and influence, and post-processing tips and tricks.

Avoid crowds with the ultimate flexibility on this private, virtual tour of Stockholm’s sights and cultural monuments. Learn about the history of royal palaces, armouries, and other examples of medieval to rococo Scandinavian architecture. This treasure-hunt style tour will delight people of all ages.

This photography tour, led by an Instagram influencer, shows you how to create spectacular posts for your own Instagram account. Your guide takes you and your small group to some of the best spots in Malmo to take pictures, including viewpoints, famous landmarks, and some hip and happening hotspots that you might not find on your own.

Step into the heart of Stockholm with our guided walk through its iconic landmarks! From the majestic Stockholm City Hall, designed by Ragnar Östberg in 1923, to the historic Old Town and the picturesque Riddarholmen island, immerse yourself in the city's rich history and beauty. As we stroll towards Riddarholmen, one of Stockholm's 14 islands nestled on Lake Mälaren, you'll discover the final resting place of Swedish monarchs. Continuing through the labyrinthine streets of the historic center, indulge in a captivating blend of history, culture, and shopping. Join us for an unforgettable journey through one of Scandinavia's most enchanting cities!

This 60-minute walking tour explores Stockholm’s modern heart through its design, culture, and history. Starting on bustling Drottninggatan, you'll pass landmarks like Sergels torg, Hötorget, and Kungsgatan, while hearing stories about Nobel traditions, Swedish values, and royal scandals. The tour includes visits to Konserthuset, the Royal Drama Theatre, and scenic Nybroplan. You'll stroll through elegant Östermalm, home to historic restaurants, luxury boutiques, and Sweden’s priciest addresses, before ending at the Royal Palace near Gamla Stan. Along the way, you'll learn about Sweden’s social evolution, urban design, and the everyday heroes who helped shape the nation. This immersive experience offers a stylish yet meaningful glimpse into Stockholm’s vibrant identity.

Whether you’re a lover of art or simply want to view stunning pieces by Picasso, Rembrandt, and van Gogh side by side, this guided tour of the Gothenburg Museum of Art lets you skip the line. Among its vast collection, the Gothenburg Museum of Art has a great collection of 19th century Nordic art. This activity includes the admission ticket, so you’re free to go directly into the museum with your guide to explore art from the past and present.

Step inside Stockholm’s Royal Palace, one of Europe’s largest and most impressive royal residences, and discover centuries of Swedish history with an expert guide. Skip the ticket lines and enjoy a guided introduction to the palace’s magnificent State Apartments, ceremonial halls, and richly decorated interiors that continue to host official royal events today. The guided tour lasts approximately 30 minutes and provides the perfect overview of the palace’s history, architecture and royal traditions. After the tour, your guide will help you access the palace’s official audio guide, point out the best locations for memorable photos, and offer recommendations for exploring the highlights.. Taking time to admire the royal collections, historic rooms, and fascinating exhibits. Combining grand architecture, priceless treasures, and captivating stories, the Royal Palace remains one of Stockholm’s most iconic landmarks and a must-see destination for visitors from around the world.

Stockholm’s archipelago is a world of 30,000 islands and skerries, but its true essence is captured in the charming town of Vaxholm. On this self-guided tour, you’ll hear the stories behind Sweden’s coastal defense and the summer paradise that wealthy Stockholmers have cherished for over 150 years. This tour starts and ends at the harbor in front of the historic Waxholms Hotel, with views of the imposing Vaxholm Fortress. You’ll weave through the Fishermen’s Town with its distinctive wooden architecture, stroll past centuries-old water pumps, and explore charming streets where Swedish summer life has flourished since steamboats first connected Vaxholm to Stockholm in the 1840s. Along the way, you’ll discover how this strategic defense point has shaped the town’s unique character. You’ll hear stories about brave fishermen’s wives who rowed fresh herring to Stockholm markets each day, and the tale of a Polish-Lithuanian princess who chose imprisonment with her husband over freedom.

Visitors passionate about history will appreciate this short historical walking tour of Gothenburg. Uncover the history with a local, ensuring a plethora of fun facts from an expert from the area. The tour takes visitors through the new and old parts of the city.

Experience the Ultimate ABBA Journey in Stockholm to Viggsö. Connect with ABBA and Stockholm in a way like never before. Our guides will bring ABBA’s past and present to life, offering a unique and immersive experience. Step back in time to the 1970s as we visit iconic ABBA landmarks including the Royal Palace, Stortorget, and view the mythical ABBA Song Writing Cottage from the sea at Viggsö. Why Choose the Ultimate ABBA Journey in Stockholm to Viggsö? Expert Guides: Our native English-speaking guides provide fascinating anecdotes and lesser-known facts about ABBA’s history and current affairs. Get insider tips and personal stories that you won't find in any guidebook. Connect with new ABBA friends from around the world. Enjoy an unforgettable boat trip to Viggsö, exchange contact details, and indulge in a three-course Swedish meal while listening to ABBA songs as you eat, drink, dance and have fun. Don't miss out book the Ultimate ABBA Journey in Stockholm to Viggsö today!

If you’re short on time or just want to get acquainted with the city of Stockholm this full-day sightseeing tour was made for you. Join a small group and your guide to discover the city’s main highlights in just a few hours. Explore Gamla Stan, the Vasa Museum, Drottningholm Palace, the Historiska (History) Museum, the Vasa Museum, and more as you learn about Sweden’s rich history and culture.

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.

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).

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.

A visit to Sigtuna is truly like stepping back in time. On this self-guided audio tour of Sweden’s oldest town, you’ll trace the evolution of Swedish culture from Viking-age traditions to Christian conversion through this charming lakeside settlement’s remarkably preserved history. The tour starts in front of the ruins of a Dominican monastery, Församlingsgården Munken. You’ll stroll down Stora Gatan, Sweden’s oldest street with its original Viking-era layout, where you’ll see modern wooden shops beside medieval structures. I’ll point out ancient rune stones with messages from a thousand years ago, and Sweden’s smallest town hall. Along the way, I’ll share insights about the transition from Norse paganism to Christianity, and how archaeological discoveries continue to reveal new details about this remarkable historical site.

Immerse yourself in Stockholm’s vibrant contemporary art scene—and make your visit hassle-free—when you book tickets to Fotografiska. Housed in a beautifully restored industrial building, the institution showcases some of the finest photographers working today. Once your ticket is booked, visit at a time that's best for you, and have the freedom to explore the current exhibitions and museum shop at your own pace.

Explore Helsingborg the fun way, playing a cellphone game in the style of an escape room mission. You’ll solve clues and unlock new stories about Helsingborg history as you explore the city and discover its old town sights. The game lasts around 1.5 hours, and can be downloaded in advance so you don’t even need an internet connection, let alone a map, GPS, or a guide.

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.

From Kiruna, we’ll drive to Jukkasjärvi, one of the oldest villages in the region and an important historical center for the Sámi people. We’ll visit its beautiful wooden church, one of the oldest in northern Sweden, and learn about the traditions that have shaped life in the Arctic. Next, we’ll visit a Sámi reindeer camp, where you’ll get the chance to feed the reindeer and listen to stories about the Sámi way of life, their deep connection with nature, and their ancestral culture. We’ll end our day at the original Icehotel, the world’s first hotel made entirely of snow and ice. Every winter, artists from around the world create unique suites and sculptures — a true open-air art gallery that changes with every season. An authentic Arctic experience that combines nature, culture, and art — all in one unforgettable tour.

This is the perfect tour for travelers with limited time in Stockholm. Enjoy a whistle-stop half-day tour to a shortlist of the city’s main attractions; such as the medieval Old Town, The Royal Palace, and The Swedish History Museum. To make the most of time and avoid long ticket lines, admission to all sights on the itinerary is included, and a guide joins you throughout the tour to provide commentary.

Tour Stockholm's waterways and bridges on this sightseeing cruise. Pass under all 15 of the bridges that connect the central islands of Stockholm's archipelago as you relax on board. Glide around tranquil Djurgården, snap photos of the colorful townhouses in Gamla Stan, and pass through the locks that connect the city's canals to the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren. Follow commentary on board in English, or with audio guide via your phone for other languages.

Your trip starts by meeting your guide and taking the journey through the mountains and into the forests of magical Swedish Lapland. On arrival at the ICEHOTEL you will receive your entrance ticket and be able to explore the worlds first hotel made completely from ice!

Book ahead to secure a visit to the Viking Museum in Stockholm. With prebooked admission, you’ll cut out any hassle at the ticket desk, and enter the museum with ease to browse its Viking artifacts at your own pace. Archaeologist guides dressed as Vikings are on-hand to give you the lowdown as you explore, and you also have access to an audio guide and the Ragnfrid’s Saga ride — an interactive Viking voyage.