Where to go in Northern Europe this summer
Planning a trip for 2026? Explore top places across Scandinavia and the Nordics, from coastal cities to scenic road trips. Start planning
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The 12 best Scandinavian islands to visit
Looking for the best Scandinavian islands to visit? While cities like Stockholm and Norway’s scenic fjords attract millions of visitors…
Sauna etiquette in Sweden
Like fika, spending time in a sauna is an essential part of Swedish culture. And the health benefits of the…
Camping in Sweden: the ultimate guide
Camping in Sweden is about as close to nature as travel gets. One night you could be falling asleep beside…
Is the Oslo Pass Worth It in 2026?
If you’re planning a trip to Oslo, you’ve probably come across the Oslo Pass (known locally as Oslopasset). This all-in-one…
Viking Name Generator: Discover Your Norse Name
Ever wondered what your Viking name would have been? Now’s your chance to find out. Our fun Viking name generator…
Top Nordic Noir series to stream right now: Netflix, Prime & more
Suspense, intrigue, atmospheric locations and carefully crafted plots: there’s a reason Nordic Noir remains so popular on dark winter evenings….
Copenhagen Card: is it worth buying in 2026?
Denmark’s stunning Louisiana Museum is included on the Copenhagen Card – DISCOVER
The 17 best places to visit in Norway
Norway is packed with dramatic landscapes, from deep fjords and towering mountains to Arctic wilderness and vibrant cities. With so…
Top picks
Best time to visit Sweden: weather, seasons and travel tips
byWondering about the best time to visit Sweden? The answer depends on what kind of trip you’re planning. From long…
Tours and tickets
5 of the best fjord cruises from Bergen
Set among majestic mountains and home to colourful wooden houses, Bergen is the gateway to Norway’s breathtaking fjords – and…
10 wild northern lights tours in Tromsø, Norway
High up in the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is one of the world’s best places to watch the spectacular northern lights…
Bergen Shore Excursion (Bergen Walking Tour)
When your cruise ship docks in Bergen, make good use of your time on shore with a city walking tour. Includes medieval houses in the Bryggen area.
City Walking Tour in Bergen
With an informative and inspiring local guide, see important sights of Bergen – fortress Bergenhus, Hanseatic quarter (Bryggen), St.Mary’s Church.
8 of our favourite beer tours and pub crawls in Copenhagen
The Danes are partial to a good beer, and the laid-back capital Copenhagen is the perfect pace to up your…
Scandinavian rail passes: Interrail and Eurail explained
Heading to Scandinavia? We’ve got some good news for you: the railways are amazing! Less stressful and more environmentally friendly…
6 of the best food tours in Stockholm
Stockholm’s culinary prowess doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. And actually, Swedish cuisine is more interesting than many first…
5 of the best photography tours in Rovaniemi, Finland
Many trips to Finnish Lapland begin in Rovaniemi. It’s the ‘official’ home of Santa Claus and the starting point for…
Itineraries
The Best Day trips from Gothenburg
byGothenburg is perfectly placed for easy escapes — from quiet fishing villages and wild islands to cosy towns and forest-filled…
Stockholm on a Budget: 110 Free and Cheap Things to Do
byThe Swedish capital is famously expensive. But we’ve still managed to create this epic guide showing 110 cheap and free things to…
The best day trips from Copenhagen: 2025 guide
byThere’s so much fun stuff to do within Copenhagen’s city limits but sometimes it’s nice to escape the central areas for a while…
16 fun, easy day trips from Stockholm
byThere are enough centrally located sights and activities in Stockholm to keep you occupied for a week or more. Sometimes,…
82 cheap and free things to do in Copenhagen (2024 update!)
byCopenhagen is one of those cities that will make your wallet sigh. Prices are high compared with most other European…
Trip report: a budget road trip through Scandinavia
byWith 10 days and a budget of less than £800 (around US $950), how much of Scandinavia is it really…
One day in Copenhagen: the ultimate guide
byIt’s not possible to see everything that Copenhagen has to offer in a single day. But if that’s all the…
Interrailing around Sweden
byForget bumpy bus rides and overpriced domestic flights: if you want to see Sweden comfortably, cheaply and with a can…
Free things to do in Lund
byConsidering its small size, Lund is bursting with things to see and do. And while most of the big museums…
Discount passes
Stockholm Go City Pass: is it worth buying in 2026?
If you’re planning a trip to Stockholm, you’ve probably come across the Stockholm Pass, now known as the Go City…
Is the Gothenburg Pass worth buying?
The Gothenburg Pass is touted as one of the best ways for tourists to save cash when visiting Sweden’s second-biggest…
The Helsinki Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Finland’s capital city? Then you’ve probably heard about Helsinki’s very own discount pass – the Helsinki…
The Reykjavik City Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Reykjavik? Want to see all the sights for as little as possible? Well, you probably already…
