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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.  

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

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.

The tombs of kings and queens, coats of arms and an interpretation of a scene from the Divine Comedy contribute to this church’s majestic interior.

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.

Learn about the recipients of one of the world’s most prestigious prizes and the life of the man who founded the organisation at this intriguing museum.

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.

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

The home of the Swedish royal family features a beautiful Baroque garden and a program of events hosted within an 18th-century theatre.

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. 

This colorful square marking the center of the city has been an important meeting place for centuries.

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

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

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.

Learn about the recipients of one of the world’s most prestigious prizes and the life of the man who founded the organisation at this intriguing 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.

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.

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

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

With its architecture and religious relics dating back to the 1600s, this spiritual haven is one of the oldest central plan churches in Sweden.

The tombs of kings and queens, coats of arms and an interpretation of a scene from the Divine Comedy contribute to this church’s majestic interior.

Admire exteriors decorated with multiple towers and spires, study a mural by a leading Swedish painter and attend a classical concert.