Pack a ton into a long weekend in Stockholm, Sweden with this ambitious itinerary.
Of the 5 days, the arrival and departure days are slow-paced; the 3 days in the middle are based on days starting at 9 AM, getting in 20k+ steps/day*, and ending around 11 PM/midnight.
*This itinerary also relies on 2-wheel transport. We used scooters, but bikes are available, too.
This itinerary follows a logical and efficient order for each day, and covers the following:
- 5 Museums: Fotografiska, Vasa, Skansen, ABBA, Avicii
- 3 Viewpoints
- Archipelago Boat Experience
- Neighborhoods: Gamla Stan, Sodermalm, Djurgarden island, and some Ostermalm & Norrmalm spots.
- Food & Drink: Swedish cinnamon buns, Swedish meatballs, a local food market, a speakeasy, and a Viking beer hall; food & coffee suggestions throughout
- ~10 Atlas Obscura finds (unique & unusual things)
You will also find:
- A few basic points about Sweden and Swedish culture (i.e. tap water, tipping expectations)
- Accommodations: Our hotel + 3 others fitting different budgets
- General Itinerary Plan (high-level view)
- Additional activity and restaurant suggestions, in case you want to swap out some of the activities/restaurants we went to
- Trip Cost Breakdown
Groups • Couples • Car-free • People & Culture
