Stockholm, Sweden

15 Best Things to Do in Stockholm

Fotografiska Stockholm tops the list, and the rest of Stockholm follows, ranked by real visits.

Order reflects review volume from real travelers, out of 35 tracked Stockholm places. Refreshed monthly.

  1. Fotografiska Stockholm

    Museum

    Fotografiska is one of the world's leading museums of photography, a large, dynamic private gallery in a converted Art Nouveau customs house on Stockholm's waterfront.

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  2. Nordiska Kompaniet - Stockholm

    MarketFree entry

    Nordiska Kompaniet, commonly called NK, is one of Stockholm's most prestigious department stores, situated on Hamngatan in the Norrmalm district.

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  3. Fjallgatan

    LandmarkFree entry

    Fjallgatan, or 'Mountain Street,' is a scenic cliffside promenade in Stockholm's Sodermalm district, renowned for its breathtaking views of the city skyline, Gamla Stan (Old Town), and the Baltic Sea archipelago.

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  4. Sturebadet Spa

    Sight

    Sturebadet Spa is a premier wellness destination located in the upscale Ostermalm neighborhood of Stockholm, inside the Sturegallerian shopping arcade.

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  5. Stureplan

    NeighborhoodFree entry

    Stureplan is one of Stockholm's most famous squares, located in the upscale Östermalm district. It's a bustling intersection where people gather for shopping, dining, and nightlife.

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  6. Cafe Opera

    SightFree entry

    Cafe Opera is situated within the grand Stockholm Opera House (Kungliga Operan) on Norrmalm, overlooking Kungsträdgården park.

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  7. Mood Stockholm

    MarketFree entry

    Mood Stockholm is a contemporary market and shopping destination located on Regeringsgatan in the Norrmalm district.

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  8. Strindberg Museum

    Museum

    The Strindberg Museum occupies the apartment where the renowned Swedish author August Strindberg spent his final years, from 1908 until his death in 1912.

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  9. Tegnerlunden

    Park & natureFree entry

    Tegnerlunden is a charming urban park located in the Vasastan neighborhood of Stockholm, Sweden.

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  10. Vasaparken

    Park & natureFree entry

    Vasaparken is a beloved green space in the heart of Stockholm's Vasastan neighborhood, offering a tranquil escape from city life.

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  11. Engelbrektskyrkan

    LandmarkFree entry

    Engelbrektskyrkan is one of Stockholm's most impressive churches, located in the upscale Östermalm neighborhood.

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  12. Aungun Spa Therapy

    Sight

    Aungun Spa Therapy is a tranquil wellness retreat located on Västmannagatan in Stockholm's central Norrmalm neighborhood.

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  13. Stockholm stadion

    Landmark

    Stockholm Stadion is a historic outdoor arena located in the Östermalm district of Stockholm, Sweden. Built in 1912 for the Summer Olympics, it is renowned for its distinctive red brick architecture and intimate atmosphere.

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  14. Keramikerna

    MarketFree entry

    Keramikerna is a collective ceramics market and studio located on Åsögatan in Stockholm's trendy Södermalm neighborhood.

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  15. Sturegallerian

    MarketFree entry

    Sturegallerian is a prestigious shopping destination located at Stureplan in Stockholm's affluent Östermalm neighborhood. This elegant arcade houses a curated selection of high-end fashion brands, jewelry stores, and beauty salons, alongside cafes and restaurants.

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