Popular places to visit
Maria Square
Go for a walk in this leafy square and explore the interesting shops and restaurants of the surrounding neighborhood.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
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
Our pick of the best Maria Hotel Deals
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
The hotel was great, stylish atmosphere, very clean and great location. Stayed in the Junior suite for a treat and it was amazing, very spacious and the bathroom was lovely
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Rival
The hotel was excellent! The staff was very helpful and went out of the way to assist. The room was excellent, An overall A+
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Rygerfjord Hotel & Hostel
This was a great location to stay, Very unique and the views across the water were beautiful. The rooms were warm and there was underfloor heating in the bathroom which I didn't expect. All the staff were super friendly as well. Would definitely recommend this. Also a great location
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hotel Hornsgatan
Convenient location, staff was very nice. Small bathrooms, but functional and clean. The two room unit was perfect for the 4 of us.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Birger Jarl
Great hotell with great staff.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena
Next to mall. Next to train station. Next to stadium. Lots to do within walking distance.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Maria
Söder Mälarstrand
Söder Mälarstrand is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Långholmen and Riddarfjärden.
SoFo
Visitors often come to SoFo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Göta Lejon and Medborgarplatsen. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana.
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.
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.
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.
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 Museum of Medieval Stockholm, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.
