Top 5 Must-See Activities in Stockholm

These are the most famous Stockholm tourist attractions & sight tours which sees thousands and millions of visitors each year:


Free Things To Do In Stockholm

The capital of Sweden comprises 14 islands in a huge archipelago on the Baltic Sea.

It’s more than just a city; it’s an eclectic combination of numerous towns, buildings and streets that house historic and intriguing stories and tales.

Planning a trip to Stockholm can be a little confusing if you don’t know where to begin, but thankfully we’ve put together a guide on the 10 best free attractions in Stockholm.

You’ll also find the top paid attractions in Stockholm below if you’re looking for a variety of activities to enjoy.

Free Attractions in Stockholm

Top Rated Stockholm Attractions

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Stadsbiblioteket

What you need to know:

The Stockholm Public Library is one of the city’s most beautiful and iconic landmarks.

It’s also the largest public library in Sweden and is home to more than 500,00 books!

Students at nearby universities flock to Stadsbiblioteket to study for upcoming exams, and you’ll also often find locals taking out books for pure enjoyment.

If you want to experience...

Entrance ticket to The Viking Museum

clock Duration: 1 to 2 hou
  • At our museum we have guided tours by real archaeologists.
    The entrance inlcudes the one of a kind viking ride "Ragnfrid's saga".
    The ride is available in 9 different languages.
    Audioguide in 9 different languages....read more
Free

Hellasgården

What you need to know:

Located within the Nacka nature reserve, Hellasgården is a stunning place to visit in Stockholm if you’re looking to escape the city hubbub for a while.

There’s so much to see and do in Hellasgården and there’s something that caters to every member of the family.

Choose from wandering around the vast lake, jogging through the many paths that are woven...

Stockholm Bridges Sightseeing Cruise

clock Duration: 2 hours 15
  • It is seeing Stockholm in a different style on boat by sailing under the famous bridges of the city like the Norrbro, Stallbron, Riksbron, Vasabron, Stromsborgsbron, and lots more
  • A pass through the ringlets that connects Lake Malaren with the Baltic Sea
  • A deeper exploration of the Islands in Stockholm
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Free

Långholmen beach

What you need to know:

For another great family-friendly spot in Stockholm, make sure you add Långholmen beach to your travel itinerary.

Långholmen beach was once a prison island so it certainly has a very odd and enigmatic feel to it, but this actually just adds to the magic of the place even further.

However, it’s now an idyllic place in Stockholm to visit with the whole family if...

Birka the Viking City - Boat and Walking Tour

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • This is a visit to one of the world recognized UNESCO heritage site - the Birka
  • A full-day travel by ferry into the prehistoric Viking locality and sightsee the inside of the Viking Museum
  • A Stride through the recreated village of the Vikings giving a clear representation of how they lived their daily lives back then in
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Free

Solna Centrum Station

What you need to know:

For an incredibly unusual free attraction in Stockholm, you need to check out the 100+ underground subway stations that have been decorated in a plethora of eclectic designs by numerous artists.

There are over 100 stations whose artwork you can admire, but arguably the very best and most famous is the “Gates of Hell” art installation located within Solna Centrum...

Stockholm Sightseeing Cruise Along Djurgarden Canal

clock Duration: 50 minutes
  • A canal cruise round the waterways of the city's central islands
  • It is a mesmerizing sail though the vicinity of Slussen and Sodermalm
  • It is a sightseeing of landmarks which can only be seen from the water bodies
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Free

Gamla Stan

What you need to know:

Gamla Stan dates all the way back to 1252 and is considered to be the Old Town part of Stockholm.

Adorned with cobblestone streets, picturesque buildings and many famous landmarks, Gamla Stan is a lovely part of Stockholm to hang out for a few hours.

If you’re in the Old Town at around lunchtime, make sure to swing past the Kungliga Slottet, also known as the Royal Palace,...

Stockholm Archipelago Sailing Day Tour

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • A full-day excursion filled with lots of fun-filled activities in a traditional yacht on the sweden's Largest archipelago
  • It is an exploration through the beautiful channels, havens and unpeopled islands of the Stockholm Group of Islands
  • It is an educative tour where you will be chanced to learn basics of steering, maps and
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Free

Djurgården

What you need to know:

Djurgården is often referred to as the ‘green lung’ of Stockholm thanks to its vast open expanses of greenery and park areas.

It’s another place in Stockholm that you’ll want to visit if you prefer being in nature rather than at the heart of the city.

Djurgården is also home to some of the most famous and beloved museums and galleries in...

Viking History, Fika & Countryside 9h Tour to Sigtuna & Uppsala

clock Duration: 9 hours
  • It is a day tour (up to 8 hours) into the Viking history and the exploration of the sites
  • A visit to attractions (like the 150 meter Jarlabanke's bridge, Viking Graveyard, Estrid and lots more) which comprise of the Viking age and learn their effects on the Swedish modern art, music, and literature
  • A walk through the remnants
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Viking History, Fika & Countryside 9h Tour to Sigtuna & Uppsala

clock Duration: 9 hours
  • It is a day tour (up to 8 hours) into the Viking history and the exploration of the sites
  • A visit to attractions (like the 150 meter Jarlabanke's bridge, Viking Graveyard, Estrid and lots more) which comprise of the Viking age and learn their effects on the Swedish modern art, music, and literature
  • A walk through the remnants
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Viking History Small Group Tour from Stockholm: Half Day Including Sigtuna

clock Duration: 5 to 6 hou
  • It is a 5 -6 hours day tour from Stockholm to explore Sweden's incredible Viking history.
  • It is an interesting tour to unravel the mystery of the Viking history, pay a visit to the eminent Viking sites which hold a colossal archaeological value.
  • It is an ideal setup to visit the famous sites in Sweden such as Broby Bro,
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Stockholm Food Tour

clock Duration: 4 hours
  • An exclusive dig into the culinary history and culture of the Scandinavian State
  • It is a 4 - hours walking tour through the buzzing neighborhoods exploring main restaurants
  • It is a welcome food tasting tour where you will learn what food suits you best or where to go for your next meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner)
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Stockholm Bridges Sightseeing Cruise

clock Duration: 2 hours 15
  • It is seeing Stockholm in a different style on boat by sailing under the famous bridges of the city like the Norrbro, Stallbron, Riksbron, Vasabron, Stromsborgsbron, and lots more
  • A pass through the ringlets that connects Lake Malaren with the Baltic Sea
  • A deeper exploration of the Islands in Stockholm
read more

Birka the Viking City - Boat and Walking Tour

clock Duration: 7 hours
  • This is a visit to one of the world recognized UNESCO heritage site - the Birka
  • A full-day travel by ferry into the prehistoric Viking locality and sightsee the inside of the Viking Museum
  • A Stride through the recreated village of the Vikings giving a clear representation of how they lived their daily lives back then in
read more

Stockholm Sightseeing Cruise Along Djurgarden Canal

clock Duration: 50 minutes
  • A canal cruise round the waterways of the city's central islands
  • It is a mesmerizing sail though the vicinity of Slussen and Sodermalm
  • It is a sightseeing of landmarks which can only be seen from the water bodies
read more

Stockholm at a Glance Bike Tour

clock Duration: 3 hours
  • A 3 - hour exclusive tour on bike round the central islands in Stockholm city
  • It is a visit to hidden places and landmarks which can only be gotten to on foot or by bike alone
  • It is an expert-guided tour which takes you into different attractions like The Kungliga Slottet (Royal Palace), the Swedish Parliament House, Old Town
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