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

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 golden foyer and the glitzy restaurants here compete for attention with the range of spectacular ballets, operas and recitals.

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.

Manet, Rubens and Rembrandt are among the big names in this classic art museum, also known for its extensive print and design collections.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cross the golden-crowned bridge to this gem of an islet in the Swedish capital, best known for its cultural and historical attractions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Fascinating sculptures, a regular program of live music and what is considered to be the oldest image of Stockholm can be found at this beautiful cathedral.