What you must see in Stockholm
- Krisztina Kauker
- Oct 19, 2024
- 3 min read
If you’re only arriving in Stockholm for a few days, you need to carefully consider what’s worth seeing and what interests you.
Last week, we also arrived in the Swedish capital for just two days, but it was a busy time, covering nearly fifty kilometers on foot. The weather on our last day wasn’t great, but that’s always a possibility up north, even if they say it won’t be.
You can find information about public transport in Stockholm here, but it’s really possible to explore the city on foot, which allows you to discover more hidden spots.
Gamla Stan
You definitely need to see Europe’s best-preserved old town, with its cute shops and cafés. Among other things, the city’s oldest pastry shop is located here.
Drottninggatan
If you can handle the crowds and want to do some shopping, this is a great place to do it.
Mariaberget
One of the most beautiful viewpoints where you can get a good look at the city.
Stockholm City Hall
The building is one of the icons of Stockholm. Plan your walk to see it and look up as well.
Djurgården
In my opinion, the best part of the city. Here you’ll find the best museums and Skansen, but you can also enjoy a peaceful walk a bit outside the city, and if you’re interested in boats, you can cross the Beckholmen Bridge and see them in the dry docks.
Vasa Museum
Without a doubt, one of the museums you must see if you’re only in Stockholm for two days. The longer opening hours on Wednesdays can be advantageous, as they stay open until 8 PM, while on other days they close at 5 PM. But the 17th-century warship preserved in the museum is so monumental that upon entering, you’ll find yourself looking up in awe for a few minutes, and it will literally take your breath away.
Skansen
The previously mentioned Skansen was one of the world’s first open-air museums. You can gain insight into Swedish history, how people lived, what they ate, and what life was like in the past and today. There’s also a zoo section where you can see the king of Sweden’s forests.
Skogskyrkogården
The woodland cemetery, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage, offers a completely different kind of cemetery experience (I know, that sounds strange) than what you might be used to. Its creators meticulously designed every inch, giving meaning to the buildings, pathways, stairs, and natural features. I would definitely include it among the must-visit places.
The Stockholm Archipelago
If you have the time and want to see a more authentic side of the north, it’s definitely interesting to take a boat or ferry out to the archipelago. With nearly 30,000 islands, the archipelago offers exciting views, and since we lived on an island, I know it’s something you shouldn’t miss.
Metro
You’ve probably seen photos of the Stockholm metro, and yes, it really does look very cool. Seeing it in person is a completely different experience, and you can only photograph it either very early in the morning or very late at night, but there are a few stations worth visiting.
The following stations are the most stunning:
Green Line
- Odenplan
- Hötorget
- Thorildsplan
- Fridhemsplan
Blue Line
- Hallonbergen
- Kungsträdgården
- Solna centrum
- Solna strand
- Tensta
- Rådhuset
- Akalla
Red Line
- Mörby centrum
- Östermalmstorg
- Stadion
- Tekniska högskolan
- Universitetet
I hope this mini list is useful if you’re visiting Stockholm.
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