A 10-day Itinerary for Stockholm

  • Day 1: The Old Town (Gamla Stan)
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Stockholm Central Station

    The Old Town is one of the most charming areas in Stockholm. With its cobbled streets, colorful buildings, and numerous tourist attractions such as the Royal Palace and the Nobel Museum, visitors can easily lose themselves in the history and beauty of the past.

  • Day 2: The Vasa Museum
    20 minutes (5.6 km) from The Old Town

    The Vasa Museum is one of Stockholm's most visited museums and is dedicated to the world-famous 17th-century warship. This museum has a truly impressive collection of preserved ships from the period, including the Vasa, which sank on its maiden voyage in 1628.

  • Day 3: Skansen Open-Air Museum
    10 minutes (2.3 km ) from The Vasa Museum

    The Skansen Open-Air Museum is the world's first open-air museum, and is home to traditional Swedish buildings and exhibits showcasing the country's culture and heritage. The museum features authentic exhibits, including animals, vintage cars, and a variety of handicrafts.

  • Day 4: The City Hall (Stadshuset)
    20 minutes (3.9 km) from Skansen Open-Air Museum

    The City Hall is one of the most iconic buildings in Stockholm and is known for hosting the annual Nobel Prize banquet. The tower offers stunning views of the city, the surrounding islands, and the sea, making it an unforgettable experience.

  • Day 5: The ABBA Museum
    20 minutes (5.9 km) from The City Hall

    The ABBA Museum is a music museum located on the island of Djurgarden in Stockholm. Visitors can experience the music and admiration of the world-famous Swedish pop group with interactive exhibits, sound installations, and 4D technology.

  • Day 6: The Fotografiska Museum
    15 minutes (3.7 km) from The ABBA Museum

    The Fotografiska Museum is the perfect spot for photography enthusiasts. With works by both international and local photographers, this contemporary museum offers visitors the chance to explore and appreciate the art of photography.

  • Day 7: The Bergius Botanic Garden
    15 minutes (4.8 km) from The Fotografiska Museum

    The Bergius Botanic Garden is home to thousands of plants and flowers from around the world. With a large greenhouse and an enormous collection of exotic flowers, visitors can explore flora and fauna from different continents and eras.

  • Day 8: The Drottningholm Palace
    40 minutes (19.4 km) from The Bergius Botanic Garden

    The Drottningholm Palace is Sweden's best-preserved Royal Palace and is located just outside of Stockholm. Visitors can explore the palace, the beautiful grounds, and the stunning lakeside view.

  • Day 9: The Modern Museum (Moderna Museet)
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from The Drottningholm Palace

    The Modern Museum is an art museum located in the center of Stockholm. Visitors can discover a vast collection of modern and contemporary art by artists such as Picasso, Dali, and Matisse.

  • Day 10: The Stockholm Archipelago
    40 minutes (19.4 km) from The Modern Museum

    The Stockholm Archipelago is the perfect way to end a memorable trip to Stockholm. Visitors can explore the beautiful islands and the coastline, take a relaxing boat ride, and enjoy the stunning scenery of the surrounding sea.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • The Old Town (2-3 hours, Free)
  • The Vasa Museum (2-3 hours, SEK 170)
  • Skansen Open-Air Museum (3-4 hours, SEK 195)
  • The City Hall (2-3 hours, SEK 130)
  • The ABBA Museum (2-3 hours, SEK 295)
  • The Fotografiska Museum (2-3 hours, SEK 165)
  • The Bergius Botanic Garden (2-3 hours, SEK 120)
  • The Drottningholm Palace (3-4 hours, SEK 130-260)
  • The Modern Museum (2-3 hours, Free)
  • The Stockholm Archipelago (4-5 hours, SEK 300-500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: SEK 1,180 - 1,725

Transport:

Stockholm has excellent public transportation with a vast network of bus, metro, train, and boat, which all accept the same travel card. The Stockholm Card provides unlimited free travel on public transport and other attractions to visitors. Taxis and Ubers are also available but can be quite expensive.

Estimated costs: SEK 100-200 per day.

Useful Tips:

With ten days in Stockholm, visitors can take a relaxed pace and enjoy the beauty and history of the city at their leisure. Those with less time can consider prioritizing their must-see locations and planning on visiting them first. Those with more time can explore other parts of Sweden or take a day trip outside of the city.

Airports:

Stockholm has four airports, the largest of which is the Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), located 42 km north of the city center. Other airports include Bromma Stockholm Airport (BMA), Skavsta Airport (NYO), and Västerås Airport (VST). Travelers can reach the city center from Arlanda Airport via the Arlanda Express train, Flygbussarna Airport Coaches, or taxi with an estimated travel time of 20-50 minutes and a cost of SEK 120-300.

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