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Trace Sweden’s cultural history back to the 16th century while you admire iconic furniture, eye-opening photographs and artefacts from the indigenous Sami people at this museum.

The western section of Gamla Stan is a small islet decorated with aristocratic 17th-century palaces and one of the city’s oldest churches.  

Some of Sweden’s most iconic and historic attractions decorate this peaceful and picturesque island in central Stockholm.

Frozen in time since the 18th century, this gorgeous theater continues to produce operatic performances with the use of its original machinery, traps and décor. 

Surrounded by statues, fountains, cafés and galleries you’ll fall in love with this beautiful park, a popular meeting place for Stockholm locals.

At this hilly park enjoy great views of Stockholm and mingle with residents of bohemian Södermalm island.

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

Some of Sweden’s most iconic and historic attractions decorate this peaceful and picturesque island in central Stockholm.

Surprises await you in every corner of this charming town, which has produced popular candy, an iconic Yule goat and the singer Cat Stevens.

Enjoy a family day out as you get to know traditional fairy-tale characters, get about on a miniature train or watch performances at this child-friendly museum.

A pair of historic buildings hosts many of the city’s cultural highlights, from art exhibitions and launches to lectures and parties.

Join a guided tour of the resplendent halls of this fortress-like municipal building, which is the host venue for the annual Nobel Prize banquet.

Wander through grand halls to discover classic 18th-century paintings or roam the grounds of this royal palace to watch the ceremonious changing of the guard.

Ski or snowboard under the light of the midnight sun and discover untouched off-piste mountain trails in this magnificent Arctic ski resort in Swedish Lapland.

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

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

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

With the best modern and contemporary art from the past two centuries and a lauded restaurant, this museum should not be missed.

Surrounded by statues, fountains, cafés and galleries you’ll fall in love with this beautiful park, a popular meeting place for Stockholm locals.

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

Scenic forests, open picnic areas and stunning gardens on this rural islet today offer family fun, but also hide the ghastly history of its former prison.

Fascinating architecture, innovate theatre productions and a myriad of family cultural events can all be found on this important city square.