Central Sweden Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Central Sweden
Central Stockholm
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Royal Swedish Opera and Nordiska Kompaniet, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop 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.
Gamla Stan
If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. 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.
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 Östermalm Market Hall.
Vasastan
Vasastan is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Odenplan Square or Rorstrandsgatan.
Katarina-Sofia
While you're in Katarina-Sofia, take in top sights like The Swedish Museum of Photography or Göta Lejon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana or Skanstull T-Bana.
Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
Clean and easy to find and use. Did not stay for long but perfect for a quick stop over at the airport.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Haymarket by Scandic
Staff and service is great but Tue room was old and tired and had no windows! No natural light so was dingy and unwelcoming. The bar area is great and loads of atmosphere but I would not stay again due to the poor room - also the photos on the Webaite do not represent eh room I booed which was a ...
Reviewed on 5 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
Biz Apartment Gärdet
It's an OK option. Only about 20 minutes by public transport from the central part, in a quiet residential area. Our room was spacious, bed linen clean. The window was small and overlooking other parts of the building and a boring roof. Unfortunately, air-conditioning was stuck on 22 degrees, which ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Unity Hammarby Sjöstad - A Studio Hotel
Very nice place to stay in Stockholm. This is a very nicely converted warehouse with decently suzed and well equipped rooms. The interior is very stylish. There are great restaurants and bars, as well as supermarkets in the area. I saw trams and buses nearby but we didn't use them as uber costs between ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
This property is very clean, nice and everything is nearby supermarket, train and bus station is less than 5 minutes walking distance and is easy to go around.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Avicii Arena
Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Branas Ski Resort
Ski and snowboard in winter. Return in summer to bike, hike and go rafting at this resort set amid the scenic landscapes of Sweden’s Värmland province.
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.
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.
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
