Reindeer herding in Norway’s far north
In Norway’s magical far north, Vanessa Brune gets a rare chance to spend time with a Sami reindeer herder. She…
Where to rent kayaks in Stockholm
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The Oslo Pass: is it worth buying?
If you’ve been researching a trip to Oslo, you’ve probably seen something about the Oslo Pass. The pass is an…
One day in Copenhagen: the ultimate guide
It’s not possible to see everything that Copenhagen has to offer in a single day. But if that’s all the…
Day trips from Gothenburg
Gothenburg has enough fun activities to keep you busy for a week or more. Travel a few kilometres from the…
Where to find cheap beer in Oslo
Oslo has long held the dubious honour of being home to the most expensive beer in the world. And while…
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Camping in Sweden: the ultimate guide
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Until a couple of decades ago, crossing the water between Copenhagen and Malmö always involved a flight or ferry ride….
Copenhagen on a budget
Think ‘budget travel’ and Copenhagen is probably not the first place that springs to mind. After all, the Danish capital’s…
Where to stay in Stockholm
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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…
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Private walking tour of creative Copenhagen
This private walking tour will take you to see Copenhagen’s hippest, most creative neighbourhoods.
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Private tour of Copenhagen and Christiansborg Palace
Take off your hat for the Danish prime minister and bow for Her Majesty the Queen on this half-day private walking tour of Copenhagen.
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Hipster tour of Södermalm, Stockholm
It’s only a short journey from Stockholm’s busy downtown area but on the island of Södermalm, hipsters rule!
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Oslo Highlights (private tour)
Jump aboard for this private guided tour of Oslo’s best bits. Hear stories of Viking warriors, take a ride up the Oslofjord, and see the world’s biggest sculpture park!
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Stockholm craft beer tour
Learn about Swedish craft beer and drink some beautiful brews on this guided tour in the Swedish capital, with stops at some of the Old Town’s best bars.
From $66
Private guided tour of Stockholm’s Old Town
Uncover the hidden secrets of Stockholm’s beautiful old town (Gamla Stan) on this private tour.
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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…
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…
An insider’s guide to Hisingen, Gothenburg
From the centre of Gothenburg it’s only a short bus or tram ride across the river to Hisingen. Despite this area being just…
Sweden’s best summer festivals
Summer has finally arrived in Scandinavia, and there’s no better way to soak up the sunshine than by hanging out…
Swedish islands to see before you die
There’s a lot more to Sweden than the mainland. When you include all of the little rocky outcrops and sandy…
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…
City by city
Copenhagen
Cool as a cucumber
Stockholm
Europe’s prettiest capital
Gothenburg
Sweden’s second city
Kiruna
Heaven for aurora spotters
Malmö
The beautiful south
Lapland and the North
Sweden’s wildest landscapes
Where 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…
The best hostels in Copenhagen
Some people try to see Copenhagen in a day, squeezing in as many canals, cafés and Carlsbergs as possible. But…
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…
Amazing places to stay in Sweden
Sweden might be small but it’s home to some of the world’s most amazing places to stay. Travel around the…
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,…
Planning your trip
Getting a Swedish sim card
Wifi is everywhere in Sweden but if you want to use Google Maps to get around, keep track of your…
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…
An introduction to Swedish candy
When you think of Swedes and their eating habits you probably think ‘healthy.’ All they eat is crispbread, pickled herring…
10 useful apps for a trip to Sweden
Few countries are as smartphone-friendly as Sweden. Free wifi is available almost everywhere, and even in areas with…
Wild adventures in the Glaskogen Nature Reserve
There aren’t many places left in Europe where you can wander through primeval forest for hours at a time without…
Surviving Sweden’s alcohol monopoly
Smartly dressed staff, the gentle clinking of glass bottles… and the strange feeling that you’re doing something naughty: welcome to…
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Our destination 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 travel questions answered.
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