3-Day Cultural and Viking Adventure in Sweden with Scenic Views

Day 1: Stockholm Viking Culture

Stockholm, Sweden on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vete-Katten

Start your day with traditional Swedish pastries and freshly brewed coffee at Vete-Katten, a historic Stockholm cafe open from 7:30am to 6:00pm.
SEK100, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit the Viking Museum (Vikingaliv)

Explore immersive exhibitions about Viking history, culture, and myths at Vikingaliv, open daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm.
SEK150, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Oaxen Slip

Enjoy traditional Swedish dishes with a modern twist at this casual bistro located on Djurgården island, open from 11:30am to 3:00pm.
SEK250, 1h0m

1:30pm

Walking tour of Gamla Stan

Discover Stockholm's old town with medieval streets, colorful buildings, and historical Viking roots. This free walking tour lasts about 2 hours.
Free, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit the Nordic Museum

Delve into Swedish cultural history and traditions at the Nordic Museum, open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
SEK140, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Pelikan

Dine on classic Swedish fare in a lively traditional beer hall setting, open until 11:00pm.
SEK300, 1h30m

Day 2: Uppsala Viking Heritage

Uppsala, Sweden on June 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Linné Hörnan

Enjoy freshly baked goods and local coffee in this cozy cafe open from 7:00am.
SEK90, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Uppsala (about 1-hour train from Stockholm)

Take a direct train to Uppsala to explore its Viking history and university town charm.
SEK150, 1h0m

10:30am

Explore Uppsala Cathedral and Viking Burial Mounds

Visit the cathedral and nearby ancient burial mounds dating back to the Viking Age, open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Hambergs Fisk

Taste fresh seafood specialties in Uppsala, open from noon to 3:00pm.
SEK200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit the Gustavianum Viking Exhibition

Learn about Viking artifacts and Uppsala's history at this university museum, open from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
SEK100, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to Stockholm

Relax on the train back to Stockholm for your evening plans.
SEK150, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Meatballs for the People

Enjoy a variety of Swedish meatballs and sides, a perfect way to savor classic local flavors.
SEK220, 1h0m

Day 3: Sigtuna & Scenic Lake Mälaren

Sigtuna and Lake Mälaren, Sweden on June 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel or local café

Fuel up with a Swedish breakfast featuring local breads and cheeses before heading to Sigtuna.
SEK90, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Sigtuna (40 minutes from Stockholm)

Take a short trip to Sweden’s oldest town famed for its medieval streets and Viking history.
SEK100, 40m

10:00am

Explore Sigtuna Old Town

Wander cobbled streets, visit rune stones and old churches dating back to Viking times, open all day.
Free, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Stationen

Enjoy fresh Scandinavian cuisine by the waterfront, open from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
SEK240, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lake Mälaren Cruise

Take a scenic boat cruise on Lake Mälaren to admire beautiful vistas and the archipelago, cruises available until 5:00pm.
SEK200, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to Stockholm

Head back to Stockholm and relax after a scenic day.
SEK100, 40m

7:00pm

Dinner at Fem Små Hus

Conclude your trip with gourmet Swedish cuisine in an atmospheric historical setting dating back to the 1600s.
SEK350, 1h30m