May 30 – Jun 3 all-day
Visiting Bergen on a budget
Known as ‘the gateway to the fjords’, Bergen is a beautiful place. But it can be very expensive – here’s how to visit the city on a budget!
The best Stockholm boat tours and cruises
Stockholm stretches across fourteen separate islands, which are separated by twisting canals and open waterways. No matter where you go…
Getting around Oslo
The public transport network in Oslo is comfortable and reliable, and can be very handy for day trips out of the city! Here’s how to find your way around.
Where to see the midnight sun in Sweden
From the start of June until the second week of July, it’s possible to see the midnight sun across large…
Midsummer in Sweden: 2018 guide
Dancing, feasting, drinking and a seemingly endless supply of sunlight: there’s a lot to like about Midsummer in Sweden. With…
Taking a taxi in Stockholm
With great opportunities for cycling and a public transport network that’s quick, convenient, and surprisingly good value, Stockholm is an…
Events in Scandinavia
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Boat hotels in Stockholm
When people visit Stockholm for the first time, they often wonder which island they should stay on. If you’re in the…
Getting from Copenhagen to Malmö
Until a couple of decades ago, crossing the water between Copenhagen and Malmö always involved a flight or ferry ride….
The best places to visit in Sweden
Sweden isn’t just some tiny nation in the northern reaches of Europe. Geographically speaking, it’s huge: the distance between Sweden’s southern tip…
Stockholm Pass: is it worth buying?
If you’re planning a trip to Stockholm, you might have already seen adverts for the Stockholm Pass. It’s an all-in-one…
100 cheap and free things to do in Stockholm
The Swedish capital is famously expensive but we’ve still managed to create this epic guide showing 100 cheap and free things to…
Camping in Sweden: the ultimate guide
Fancy getting close to nature? You could stay in one of Sweden’s rural hostels or hotels. But when camping is…
Tours in Scandinavia
From 1,550 SEK
Kayaking in the Stockholm archipelago (full-day)
Taking you out into the beautiful Stockholm Archipelago, this guided kayaking tour lets you see nature from a different angle.
From 500 SEK
Eco bike tour of Stockholm
On this two-wheeled tour of the city, you’ll learn about Stockholm’s green, eco-friendly initiatives and enjoy some beautiful views along the way!
From 2,250 SEK
Guided sailing trip from Stockholm (full day)
There’s no better way to see the islands of Stockholm’s beautiful archipelago than on this guided, full-day sailing trip.
From 200 NOK
Hipster tour of Oslo
This relaxed, two-and-a-half hour walking tour will let you explore one of Oslo’s coolest districts – Grünerløkka – with a knowledgeable local guide.
From $50
Walking tour of Gothenburg (small group)
This fun, relaxed tour takes you right through the heart of Sweden’s second-biggest city, allowing you to discover some of its most famous sights!
From 290 DKK
Private bike tour of Copenhagen
Explore pretty backstreets and visit some of Copenhagen’s big sights on this private, three-hour bike tour.
Discount passes
From €48
The Helsinki Card
This discount pass lets you visit Helsinki’s main sights for free! You’ll also get trips on local buses, ferries and trains.
From 395 NOK
The Oslo Pass
Save on admission to some of Oslo’s top attractions and enjoy free tours with this handy discount card!
From 645 SEK
The Stockholm Pass
The Stockholm Pass gives you free access to 60+ top attractions in Stockholm, as well as guided tours and excursions.
Inspiration
Where to see the midnight sun in Sweden
From the start of June until the second week of July, it’s possible to see the midnight sun across large…
Inspiring guided tours in Stockholm
There are countless good reasons for taking a guided tour in Stockholm – whether it’s learning about Swedish history from…
Where to see cherry blossoms in Sweden
After months of cold weather and gloomy skies, spring is the magical time of year when Sweden bursts into life,…
The best places to visit in Sweden
Sweden isn’t just some tiny nation in the northern reaches of Europe. Geographically speaking, it’s huge: the distance between Sweden’s southern tip…
Visiting Småland in Sweden – what to see and do
Located in southern Sweden, the province known as Småland is one of the country’s most beautiful areas to explore, offering…
Best wildlife tours in Sweden
Sweden is one of the few countries in Europe that’s still home to large, unspoilt wilderness areas. Right across the…
City guides
Oslo
Busy city with big adventures nearby
Copenhagen
Cool as a cucumber
Stockholm
Europe’s prettiest capital
Gothenburg
Sweden’s second city
Kiruna
Heaven for aurora spotters
Malmö
The beautiful south
Where to stay in Scandinavia
Rent a cottage in Norway
Rent a log cabin or cottage close to some of Norway’s best scenery. Choose from thousands of private hideaways, including options with amazing fjord views!
Rent a cottage in Denmark
The summer tends to be busy, but there are some great deals to be had on Danish cottages outside the main holiday season.
Rent a cottage in Sweden
Want to stay in a Swedish cottage? This page lets you browse 4,400 private homes and log cabins, including lakeside options with their own saunas!
Amazing places to stay in Sweden
Sweden is small but there are some incredible places to stay. Check out these amazing options, from treehouses and underwater hotels to former prisons!
Swedish castles you can sleep in
We love a good-value hotel here at Routes North, but sometimes even cheapskates like us want to be treated like…
A sneak peek at Stockholm’s first capsule hotel
For a small country in northern Europe, Sweden has some pretty unusual places to stay. There’s the Icehotel, of course,…
Cheap places to stay in Tromsø
Tromsø has really experienced a boom in tourism over the last couple of years! Here are some of the best cheap places to stay.
The best hostels in Oslo
Staying at a hotel in Oslo certainly isn’t cheap, so if you want to keep costs down you might want to…
The best hostels in Aarhus
With a combination of cosy cafés and bars, international-class museums and colourful cultural events, plus a forest around almost every…
Planning your trip
Midsummer in Sweden: 2018 guide
Dancing, feasting, drinking and a seemingly endless supply of sunlight: there’s a lot to like about Midsummer in Sweden. With…
Renting a car in Sweden
Sweden is a great country to drive in, with some of the safest roads in the world. The whole experience…
Where to see cherry blossoms in Sweden
After months of cold weather and gloomy skies, spring is the magical time of year when Sweden bursts into life,…
Driving in Sweden: what you need to know
The statistics show that Sweden is an extremely safe country for motorists, but there are a few dangers to watch out…
Travel insurance for a trip to Sweden
Travel insurance isn’t always a top priority for tourists visiting Sweden, but our advice is simple: you should buy some….
Stockholm prices: what to expect
Surveys rank Stockholm as one of the most expensive cities in the world, and it’s no secret that prices for…
A new kind of travel guide to Scandinavia
Routes North was started to help people discover all of the amazing stuff that Scandinavia has to offer, regardless of their travel budget. The site covers the whole region, from cool cities like Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg and Copenhagen, all the way north to the frozen reaches of Swedish Lapland.
Our travel guides are all researched on the ground by writers who know the area inside-out and speak the local lingo. Apart from money-saving tips and advice on planning a trip, you’ll find independent accommodation reviews, detailed guides to museums and other attractions, plus tips on where to eat and drink. Our travel forum is the place to get your Scandinavia questions answered.
Routes North is the only Scandinavian travel guide that pays its own way. We don’t take freebies or discounts, so you can always trust what you read on the site.