What to do in Stockholm

Activities, attractions and tours

Stockholm showing boating, a marina and a bay or harbour
Stockholm which includes a bay or harbour, boating and heritage architecture
Stockholm which includes a house and a park
Stockholm showing central business district and modern architecture as well as a small group of people
Stockholm featuring a pond as well as children

Stockholm Tourist Attractions & Activities

Next stop: Stockholm! You’re excited to point your compass in a different direction. Perpetually prepared for imaginative ways to get your kicks and have an eye-opening excursion, you’re prepared to investigate new territory from top to bottom. Book your activities now, and the only thing left to do is count the days until your trip and prepare to have fun, because Expedia Australia makes it a breeze to book lots of things to do.

  • Book your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia Australia at a great price, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or decadent meal while you’re travelling. The activities in Stockholm are not only among the best, but they won’t cost an arm and a leg. We have 184 things to do here, and you can get them starting at just AU$6.
  • Stockholm is popular among sightseers. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for the next trip to Stockholmto learn about local history and find the top activities. The top activities can catch the curiosity of even well-versed explorers, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes a wide array of historically based outings and opportunities for fun. From the area's most popular spots to spend a fascinating day like the Old Town Walking Tour, Vasa Museum & Djurgården Island to one-of-a kind ways to discover the best this area has to give like a Viking History & Uppsala Full-Day Tour, there are tons of opportunities to choose from when you browse through all the activities available here at Expedia Australia.

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Top places to visit

1. Gröna Lund

Enjoy traditional amusement park attractions at Tivoli Gröna Lund. Ride roller coasters, explore haunted houses or take your sweetheart into the tunnel of love at this 200-year-old theme park. Watch fantastic concerts on the park’s stage and enjoy snacking on delicious fair food.
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Tivoli Grona Lund which includes rides as well as a large group of people

2. ABBA The Museum

With fun and intriguing costumes, songs and memorabilia, ABBA The Museum celebrates one of Sweden’s most famous and iconic exports of all time. The stories of Frida, Björn, Benny and Agnetha are told by their own voices and perspectives in this interactive museum. Find out everything about the band, from their humble beginnings to the gradual break-up.
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ABBA The Museum showing interior views

3. Skansen

Enjoy the Skansen, which was established in 1891 and is now one of the world’s oldest open-air museums. Artur Hazelius, a Swedish teacher and scholar, spent nearly 10 years buying over 150 buildings from Swedish villages, taking them apart and shipping them to Djurgården Island for reassembly. His objective was to preserve traditional customs and occupations before they were lost to changing times. Explore re-creations ranging from 16th-century farms to a 19th-century traditional town complete with detailed displays of shops and workplaces typical for the craftsmen and merchants of the time.
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Skansen featuring heritage architecture

4. Stockholm Palace

Stockholms Slott, now the residence of Sweden’s royal family, is an impressive Baroque-style structure in Gamla Stan. The seven-storey palace was built in the 1700s and has over 600 rooms. Visit the Royal Palace to enjoy its Italian sculptures, watch the ceremony of the Changing of the Guard and appreciate the grandeur of royal life.
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Stockholm Palace showing heritage architecture and a river or creek

5. Vasa Museum

You have probably heard of the Titanic’s fatal maiden voyage. The Vasa Museum (Vasamuseet) tells the lesser-known story of the Vasa battleship, which sank three centuries earlier before even leaving the harbour where it was launched. Marine archaeologists recovered the 17th-century battleship from 32 metres (105 feet) of water and preserved much of the ship and its artefacts in a public museum.
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Vasa ship Museum, Stockholm

Recommended things to do in Stockholm

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Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure: AU$6
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What to do in Stockholm

Discover the most popular places to visit in Stockholm

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Avicii Arena

3/5(5 reviews)

Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Avicii Arena
Tivoli Grona Lund featuring rides

Gröna Lund

4/5(5 reviews)

See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.

Gröna Lund
ABBA The Museum

ABBA The Museum

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Admire costumes and step inside replicas of recording studios to sing alongside holograms of the Dancing Queen icons. If the phone rings, pick it up.

ABBA The Museum
Skansen featuring heritage architecture

Skansen

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Leave modern Stockholm behind while observing old Nordic traditions brought to life at one of the oldest outdoor museums in the world.

Skansen
Stockholm Royal Palace showing a square or plaza

Stockholm Palace

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Visit the official residence of the Swedish royal family to see sumptuous architecture, decoration and art collected and appreciated since the 1700s.

Stockholm Palace
Stockholm Blick auf Viking LIne Terminal

Stockholm Viking Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Stockholm Viking Terminal
Värtahamnen

Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal
Vasa Museum which includes interior views

Vasa Museum

5/5(40 reviews)

Stockholm’s harbour was the resting site for a Swedish warship that capsized just after launch. Now history and artefacts reveal its story in great detail.

Vasa Museum
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Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre

4/5(3 reviews)

Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre is just one of the places to see in Älvsjö, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Stockholm International Fairs and Congress Centre

Explore areas of Stockholm

Riddarholmen featuring landscape views, a city and a bay or harbor

Central Stockholm

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Royal Swedish Opera and Museum of Medieval Stockholm, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Central Stockholm
Norrmalm which includes a bridge, landscape views and a city

Norrmalm

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island.

Norrmalm
Gamla Stan featuring landscape views, a bridge and a river or creek

Gamla Stan

5/5(27 area reviews)

Duck into narrow, medieval alleys and find yourself happily lost in Sweden’s most famous urban district.

Gamla Stan
Ostermalm which includes a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Östermalm

5/5(17 area reviews)

This borough of central Stockholm blends upscale residential living and high-end shopping with a vibrant performing arts and nightlife scene.

Östermalm
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Vasastan

4/5(7 area reviews)

Vasastan is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Odenplan Square or Stockholm Public Library.

Vasastan
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Katarina-Sofia

While you're in Katarina-Sofia, take in top sights like The Swedish Museum of Photography or Göta Lejon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana or Skanstull T-Bana.

Katarina-Sofia

 

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Day trip destinations from Stockholm

Huddinge

Huddinge

Just south of Stockholm is Saltsjobaden and at the end of the peninsula is the old Grand Hotel. Beautiful walk in winter around the beach and quaint harbor. Must be doubly fun in summer!

Saltsjobaden

You just can't go wrong with the color and contrast at this subway station in Stockholm, I'm serious it's great what you can find in the underground, in general terms try out the subway stations along the blue line, these are probably the most photogenic. #sonlnacentrum #stockholm

Solna

Found this pretty neat composition this morning when I checked out a random golf course not far from where I live in Stockholm. Not much to say about it really but I thought it'd be fun to share it with you guys. Love these cold and frosty autumn sunrises.

Taby

Skondal

Skondal

Stockholm which includes a city, skyline and central business district

Johanneshov

Kista which includes railway items

Kista

Enskede

Enskede

Frequently asked questions

Is Stockholm worth visiting?
Known for its dining and culture, finding fun things to do in Stockholm is a breeze. Make sure to add Gröna Lund to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Stockholm?
Kick your day off with a visit to Gröna Lund and Skansen. Then, check out different parts of Stockholm for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Stockholm?
The top tourist attraction in Stockholm is Gröna Lund, so be sure to include it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Stockholm?
You can easily tour leading sights like Gröna Lund, Skansen and Stockholm Palace with a three-day escape to Stockholm. On average, most travellers book three days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so linger longer and check out Arlanda.
Is Stockholm a walkable city?
That depends on what you'd like to do and see in Stockholm. Several sights, like Gröna Lund and Skansen, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Stockholm's neighbourhoods, Norrmalm is 0.32 kilometres away from downtown, while Östermalm is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Stockholm with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all the family, take a look at these fantastic ideas for what to do in Stockholm with kids.

What to do in Stockholm for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there are plenty of things to do in Stockholm for adults including Avicii Arena and 3Arena.
Are there free things to do in Stockholm?
From visiting parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Stockholm. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Swedish Museum of Natural History is a must for anyone planning to save on their travelling adventures.

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