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Kyrkbacken is a beautiful part of Västerås to explore on foot
Västerås

What to see and do in Västerås

An hour northwest of Stockholm by road or rail and with a name that sounds a bit like that place…

Nacka Nature Reserve offers great hiking near Stockholm
Outdoors, Stockholm

Where to go hiking near Stockholm

Stockholm is great and all, but after a few days in the city you might feel the urge to explore the great outdoors. Here are some quick and easy hikes you can take from Stockholm!

Stockholm boat tours
Stockholm

The best Stockholm boat tours and cruises

Stockholm stretches across 14 separate islands, which are separated by twisting canals and open waterways. No matter where you go…

Visiting Stockholm during the winter
Stockholm

Visiting Stockholm in winter

Some time around late October or early November, Stockholm begins to transform into a winter wonderland. Even if there’s no…

The rooftop bar at Slakthuset is a great summer hangout!
Eating and drinking, Stockholm

Rooftop bars in Stockholm

With such a short summer in Stockholm, it’s no wonder locals flock to the rooftops to soak up every last…

Halloween celebrations at Skansen in Stockholm
Stockholm

Halloween 2019: What to do in Stockholm

Halloween is quickly becoming a favourite autumn holiday for Swedes who are keen to light up the dark evenings, even if it is with a pumpkin or two.

Stockholm

Where to see wildlife around central Stockholm

Stockholm has loads of natural parks and green recreation areas to enjoy, all within easy reach of the city. However,…

Stockholm Central Station has plenty of left-luggage lockers
Getting around Sweden, Stockholm

Where to leave luggage in Stockholm

So you’re changing trains in Stockholm, passing through on a cruise, or on your way to another fantastic Swedish destination….

Pärlans is one of the best liquorice shops in Stockholm
Eating and drinking, Stockholm

Where to buy liquorice in Stockholm

Get your fix of salty Swedish liquorice at these amazing candy stores in Stockholm – you’ll either love them or you’ll hate them!

Where to do yoga in Stockholm
Living and working in Scandinavia, Stockholm

Where to do yoga in Stockholm

Whether you’re visiting for a short while or have just moved to Stockholm, yoga sessions offer a great way to unwind and introduce yourself to the city!

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  • Destinations
    • Denmark
      • Copenhagen
      • Aalborg
      • Aarhus
      • Odense
    • Finland
      • Helsinki
      • Porvoo
      • Turku
    • Greenland
    • Iceland
      • Reykjavík
    • Sweden
      • Stockholm
      • Gothenburg
      • Malmö
      • Lund
      • Swedish Lapland
      • Central Sweden
    • Norway
      • Oslo
      • Bergen
      • Northern Norway
      • Southern Norway
      • Trondheim
    • Lapland
    • More destinations
  • Sections
    • Eating and drinking
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    • Itineraries
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    • Language and culture
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  • First timer’s guide
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    • Scandinavian country guide
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    • Finnish Lapland
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