All Sweden Tours & Excursions in 2026

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Sweden. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

• The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour—Gamla Stan

• Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

• The Nordic Food Walk Stockholm

• Open Electric Boat Ride in Stockholm with Live-Guide (EN/DE)

• Best of Stockholm Walking Tour—3 Hours, Small Group, Max 10 people

Yes, guided tours in Sweden are well worth it. Expert guides can share insights into Viking history and Swedish culture that you'd miss exploring alone. Many tours include convenient hotel pickup and transportation—essential for reaching remote locations, such as Lapland or the Stockholm archipelago. All-day and multi-day tours handle logistics like navigation and bookings, so you can focus on experiencing Sweden's cities, food, culture, and landscapes, without the stress of planning.

Per one customer who booked The Nordic Food Walk Stockholm, "We thoroughly enjoyed our Nordic food tour. Our guide, Cotton, was professional and very informative about the foods, culture, and history of Sweden, giving us a real insight into the regional origins of the food we tasted. Cotton was an amazing guide who was clearly passionate about the local food and added so much depth to each food stop."

You can book guided tours of Sweden from a wide range of prices. Many basic walking tours and self-guided experiences are priced under US$10 per person, while more comprehensive tours of the capital and trips to view the northern lights can cost from US$100 to US$300 (depending on inclusions). Private and multi-day tours are typically the most expensive options.

For an experience at a lower price, book tours such as the Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town for around US$24 per person. This guided walking tour takes you to Stockholm's most historic buildings and chronicles the city's history from Viking times to the medieval era, but it doesn't venture further afield. A pricier option is the Private Tour of Stockholm (from US$359 per group), which is completely private and can be customized to visit areas such as Södermalm and Östermalm, in addition to Stockholm's famous attractions.

You can find tours in Sweden that offer a diverse range of activities: explore Stockholm's Old Town on foot, cruise the city's archipelago, or visit world-class museums like the Vasa Museum. Beyond the capital, adventure seekers can go dog sledding, snowmobiling, or kayaking, while nature lovers can hike in national parks or see the northern lights in Lapland. Food tours, Viking history excursions, and wildlife safaris with campfire dinners are also popular options across Sweden.

Consider an all-day or multi-day tour to pack in as many sights and activities as possible. For example, Guided 5-Day Kayak & Wildcamp the Archipelago of Sweden lets you paddle through forested islands and barren islets while spotting white-tailed eagles and grey herons, explore the village of Harstena, visit the historic Häradskär lighthouse on the open sea, discover an abandoned copper mine on Fångö island, and wild camp under the stars.

You'll need at least 5–7 days to experience Sweden's highlights. Stockholm alone deserves 2–3 days for exploring the Old Town, visiting the Vasa Museum, and cruising the archipelago. If you're keen to see the northern lights in Lapland or to go dog sledding or snowmobiling, allocate another 3–4 days in Kiruna or Abisko. For a comprehensive trip that combines city culture with wilderness adventures, plan for 10–14 days.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Sweden:

• Stockholm Royal Palace (Kungliga Slottet)

• Vasa Museum (Vasamuseet)

• Øresund Bridge

• Stockholm Old Town (Gamla Stan)

• Stockholm City Hall (Stadshuset)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Sweden.

There are tons of great trips that let you explore multiple places within Sweden. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Viking History, Runes & Countryside 9-hour Tour to Sigtuna & Uppsala

• 1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

• Viking History Small Group Tour from Stockholm: Half-Day Including Sigtuna

• Stockholm: Kayaking Tour Around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika

• Full-Day Viking Tour with Fika Swedish Coffee Break

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You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Sweden. Here are some of the best Sweden activities under US$35:

• Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

• Walking Tour of Stockholm's Old Town, Gamla Stan

• Skip the Line: Disgusting Food Museum Entrance Ticket

• Old Town Gamla Stan Walking Tour from Stockholm

• Andetag Immersive Art Experience

Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Sweden. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

• The Nordic Food Walk Stockholm

• Open Electric Boat Ride in Stockholm with Live-Guide (EN/DE)

• Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

• The Ultimate Aurora Photo Adventure

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It's no secret that Sweden is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• The Ultimate Aurora Photo Adventure

• 1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

• Open Electric Boat Ride in Stockholm with Live-Guide (EN/DE)

• Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

• Stockholm at a Glance Bike Tour

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According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Sweden:

• Vasa Museum (Vasamuseet)

• Uppsala Cathedral (Uppsala Domkyrka)

• Nobel Prize Museum

• Skansen Museum

• ABBA The Museum

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Sweden has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• 1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

• Stockholm City Kayak Tour

• Stockholm Archipelago Sailing Day Tour

• Evening Wildlife Safari from Stockholm

• Stockholm Private Tours by Locals: 100% Personalized, See the City Unscripted

View all of Viator's top family-friendly tours in Sweden.