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Hop aboard and set sail from the heart of Stockholm into the breathtaking Stockholm Archipelago. Leave the busy city centre behind and watch as the urban landscape gradually transforms into a peaceful landscape of sparkling waterways, charming summer houses, and rugged rocky shores. This 2-hour boat tour offers the perfect introduction to this unique island world. Along the way, your English-speaking guide will share fascinating stories about the surrounding sights, the history of the archipelago, the boat itself, the Swedish royal family, local traditions, and much more. The boat also has a bar on board, where you can purchase drinks and snacks while taking in the panoramic views. The tour departs from in front of the Royal Palace in Gamla Stan. Look for the Stockholm RED Sightseeing tour kiosk next to the Gustav III Statue, where your journey into the archipelago begins. As the tour runs once a day, we recommend booking in advance to secure your spot.

It's difficult to appreciate the beauty of the Stockholm Archipelago from dry land, but this cruise aboard a classic wooden vessel provides a front-row seat to the Swedish capital's most spectacular scenery. Glide through the city's scenic waterways and past historic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and the National Museum, while your guide shares stories of the region's culture and history.

Operating since 2015, we are a trusted local tour company known for reliability, punctuality, and consistently high guest ratings. Our long-standing experience allows us to deliver well-organized tours with professional local guides. Discover the heart of Sweden’s capital on a guided walking tour through Stockholm’s Old Town. Walk along narrow medieval streets, pass colorful squares, and explore historic Gamla Stan, where royal history and everyday city life meet. Along the way, you’ll see remarkable architecture and hear clear, engaging stories that place the city’s past into context. This tour is fully outdoors and designed to give a balanced view of culture, history, and atmosphere in one of Stockholm’s most iconic districts. Please note: this is a public tour, not a private one. Other participants will join, and group size is limited. Reserve your spot and experience Stockholm’s Old Town with a knowledgeable local guide.

See Stockholm the way locals love it, by water. Cruise from Skeppsbron, next to the Royal Palace, through the Djurgården Canal and out past Fjäderholmarna, Stora Höggarn and Tegelön, a world of rocky islets, pine-covered shores and red summer cottages. Your live guide shares stories of island traditions, Swedish maritime history and the nature that shapes this coastline. Move between panoramic outdoor decks and warm indoor seating with large windows, ideal in any season. A traditional Swedish fika is included: one hot drink (coffee or tea) and one fresh pastry per person, with more available to buy at the onboard café. Perfect for first-time visitors, returning travelers, families, couples and solo travelers, this relaxing two-hour Stockholm archipelago cruise is an easy way to enjoy island life without a long day trip.

See Stockholm's most important sights from land and sea with this hop-on hop-off combo bus and boat tour. Disembark the bus or boat at all of the stops, or stay onboard and listen to the audio commentary offered in 15 different languages. Explore attractions like Skansen, Royal Palace, Gröna Lund, Vasa Museum, Fjällgatan, City Hall, The ABBA Museum, or Gamla Stan. With a 24- or 72-hour ticket, get a comprehensive overview of the city's history and culture at your own pace.

Get your bearings in Stockholm without the stress navigating the city on your own. This small-group walking tour leads you to the Swedish capital’s most important landmarks, including the Royal Palace and Stortorget, in the company of a guide who fills you in on the city's history and culture.

Cruising around Stockholm's waterways doesn't have to mean choosing between sightseeing and dinner. This relaxed evening cruise combines both, serving freshly made pizza as you glide around the city's islands and waterfront landmark. Unwind, soak up the scenery, and see the Swedish capital from a different perspective.

This walking tour showcases contemporary architecture and teaches you all about Swedish culture—including its history, legends, royal family, and advanced social welfare system. Learn insider stories about life in Stockholm that you wouldn’t hear if exploring alone, and see some of the city’s most beautiful streets and buildings—including The Royal Swedish Opera, The Stockholm Concert Hall, and Stockholm City Hall.

An intimate and immersive experience, this trip takes you on a small-group walking tour through Stockholm. With a maximum of just 10 people, discover some the city's top attractions, soak in the views, and delve into fascinating stories about Swedish history, culture, and traditions. From the oldest square to the medieval city center, this tour covers a bunch of landmarks.

A relaxing way to see the Stockholm archipelago, this boat tour takes you around some of the many islands while an onboard guide tells you stories about the history and culture of the area. You'll pass by natural and historical landmarks with opportunities to take plenty of photos. This is a great tour to take at the start of your stay to get oriented with the archipelago.

Stockholm is filled with great places to eat, but, for outsiders, it can be tricky to find the best spots. This small-group walking tour takes you on a journey through the Swedish capital's culinary scene with stops at restaurants and specialty stores to sample delicious dishes while learning about the city’s history, culture, and culinary heritage.

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.

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.

The Old Town of Stockholm (Gamla Stan) is filled with rich history, but many of its secrets are hidden among its statues, narrow cobblestone streets, and concealed corners. Enjoy a deeper experience than you'd get on your own with a walking tour that reveals the stories behind landmarks such as the Royal Palace and the Nobel Prize Museum.

Explore the traditional summer getaway of Stockholm locals, where summer houses are passed down through families, rarely entering the open market. Hop aboard a speedboat from Stockholm on this small-group tour and explore the Stockholm Peninsula, passing by city sights such as the Old Town and Gröna Lund before speeding by the island of Fjäderholmarna.

Take in the top sights in Stockholm by land and sea with this unique amphibious bus tour. Set off with the “Ocean Bus” to drive by land-locked highlights like the Royal Palace and Royal Theater, then take the plunge into the sea as your tour bus becomes a tour boat. Cruise by the city’s main islands, covering the capital in just an hour, and learn about the local history and landmarks from the guide on board.

Arrive at this walking tour hungry, since by the end of it you should be full of Swedish flavors and delights. A local guide shows you some of the best spots in Stockholm for delicious dishes, like golden-fried herring and knäckebröd, handcrafted peppermint candies, prawn toast with dill and sour cream, local cheese, and more. Finish with Swedish princess cake if you’re lucky.

Step aboard an icebreaking boat and experience Stockholm from a unique winter perspective. This 75-minute sightseeing cruise departs from Strömkajen and follows the city’s waterfront before heading toward Fjäderholmarna, the nearest island in the Stockholm archipelago. Pass historic and contemporary buildings, enjoy views of Royal Djurgården, and take in the calm beauty of the inner archipelago in winter. The onboard guide shares stories and local insights in both English and Swedish throughout the journey. Relax in the indoor seating area or step out onto the upper deck for fresh air and panoramic views. Blankets and cozy pelts are available to borrow on board. The ship also has free Wi-Fi, restrooms, and a cafeteria and bar where you can purchase snacks, pastries, light lunch options, and hot or cold drinks. Join Stromma for a memorable winter cruise combining Stockholm city sights with archipelago scenery.

1.5 hour boat tour Knowledgeable Guides in your selected language Cafeteria on Board Panoramic views

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.

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.

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.

Price includes: - 24 EUR Vasa Museum ticket (skip the line with guide!) - 5 EUR ferry ride - 3 hours with a professional local guide in a SMALL GROUP (max 10 people!) - 30% commission for TripAdvisor/Viator Spending the weekend and looking to learn some Swedish and Stockholm history? Unsure of what to do on a day trip to Stockholm but want to hit all the must-sees in one go? Arriving by cruise and only have a couple of hours to spare in the city? If you are looking for a special local tour of Stockholm's main landmarks, with an English speaker as your guide, then look no further, this tour is for you! Guided walking excursion through: - the courtyard of City Hall - the streets of the Old Town (Gamla Stan) - & inside of Vasa Museum in a small group (Vasa entrance ticket included in the price). We guarantee: - small groups of max 10 guests for a cozy experience - 1-on-1 time with our expert guides so you can ask all the questions you want