Central Stockholm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent golden star structure, historic buildings, and a river.
A historic building with two domed towers and a statue in front.
A red house with green windows surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A wooden dock extending into a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story apartment building in the background.
A river with a bridge, boats, and ducks on the shore.

Stay near popular Central Stockholm attractions

A carousel with riders in motion, set against a backdrop of a cityscape with historical architecture.

Gröna Lund

8.2/10 (608 reviews)
See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.
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Activities

Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket

Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket

AU$51
per adult
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan

The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan

AU$39
per adult
The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan
Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Classic Wooden Boat with Guide

Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Classic Wooden Boat with Guide

AU$56
per adult
Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Classic Wooden Boat with Guide
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

AU$56
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Picture 7 for Activity Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride

Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride

AU$30
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride
Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

AU$31
per adult
Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket
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Our pick of the best Central Stockholm Hotel Deals

Hotel C Stockholm

Hotel C Stockholm

3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4 Stockholm
The price is AU$196 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$196
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,597 reviews)
"Excellent location. Literally next door to Arlanda express. Across the road from Centralen subway and bus stop for red sightseeing hop on hop off bus. Just down the road from Central train station. Close to shopping area and places to eat. Ice bar on ground floor and Swede Hollow restaurant added ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Hotel C Stockholm
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central

Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central

3 out of 5
Kungsbron 1 Stockholm
The price is AU$128 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$128
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central
Clarion Hotel Stockholm

Clarion Hotel Stockholm

4 out of 5
Ringvaegen 98 Stockholm
The price is AU$167 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$167
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,983 reviews)
"Good ."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Hotel Birger Jarl

Hotel Birger Jarl

4 out of 5
Tulegatan 8 Stockholm
The price is AU$163 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$163
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,455 reviews)
"Great location and clean"

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Hotel Birger Jarl
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa

Elite Palace Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
St Eriksgatan 115 Stockholm
The price is AU$199 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$199
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,287 reviews)
"Nice stay."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
Clarion Hotel Sign

Clarion Hotel Sign

4 out of 5
Östra Järnvägsgatan 35 Stockholm
The price is AU$220 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$220
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,615 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Clarion Hotel Sign
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Stockholm

Find the best Central Stockholm areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with bridges, a train track, and buildings along the riverbanks.

Norrmalm

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a prominent church spire, a bridge over a river, and historic buildings with distinctive architecture.

Gamla Stan

If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Gamla stan T-Bana to see more of the city.

A waterfront cityscape with historic buildings and a prominent red brick structure with a green spire.

Södermalm

This relatively densely-populated island in central Stockholm has long attracted a more alternative crowd and retains a bohemian look and feel.

A river with boats, historic buildings, and a sunset sky.

Östermalm

Travellers choose Östermalm for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Östermalm Market Hall.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower reflecting in the water, surrounded by illuminated buildings and a clear sky.
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Kungsholmen

Hop over to “King’s Islet” to take in epic city views from under the Swedish national coat of arms on top of the iconic City Hall tower.

Central Stockholm Travel Guide

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