Central Stockholm Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Stockholm
Popular places to visit
Skansen
With a zoo and an aquarium that are home to nearly 300 species of animals, this museum is a great place to witness Sweden’s rural customs and is one of the oldest outdoor museums in the world.
Stockholm Palace
Wander through grand halls to discover classic 18th-century paintings or roam the grounds of this royal palace to watch the ceremonious changing of the guard.
Gröna Lund
See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.
ABBA The Museum
Admire costumes and step inside replicas of recording studios to sing alongside holograms of the Dancing Queen icons. If the phone rings, pick it up.
Stockholm Viking Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Vasa Museum
This fascinating museum is dedicated to a destroyed Swedish warship and features interesting naval artefacts and stories from Stockholm’s historic harbour.
Activities
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride
Stockholm: Secrets of Gamla Stan Guided Tour w/ Fika Option
Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket
Stockholm: The Original Pub Crawl with Shots + VIP Club Access
Stockholm: Entry Ticket to Junibacken Children's Museum
Our pick of the best Central Stockholm Hotel Deals
Haymarket by Scandic
Clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, lovely atmosphere and perfect location.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Downtown Camper by Scandic
Very welcoming reception area and daily activities are unique.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Birger Jarl
Well located hotel on a quiet street within walking distance of great restaurants, metro station. The staff is amazing and a special thank you to the housekeeping team who kept the room and hotel spotless throughout my stay.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
Good location Lovely spa Varied breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm
Lovely staff, spotless hotel, fantastic central location. Looking forward to going back.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Berns Hotel – Boutique Hotel in the heart of Stockholm
Amazing hotel. Look for deals and pre pay to mae affordable. Breakfast is great
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Stockholm
Gamla Stan
If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Nobel Prize Museum and Stockholm Cathedral. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Gamla stan T-Bana to see more of the city.
Norrmalm
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Modern Art and Svensk Form while you're in town.
Östermalm
Travellers choose Östermalm for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Royal Dramatic Theater.
Söder Mälarstrand
Söder Mälarstrand is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Långholmen and Riddarfjärden.
Maria
While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Zinkensdamms IP, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.
