Central Sweden

Travel Guide

Stockholm which includes a bay or harbor, boating and heritage architecture
Stockholm showing a river or creek and tranquil scenes
Stockholm featuring modern architecture and central business district as well as a small group of people
Mosebacke Square featuring street scenes
Tivoli Grona Lund which includes rides as well as a large group of people

Where to stay in Central Sweden

Riddarholmen featuring landscape views, a city and a bay or harbor

Central Stockholm

Stockholm City Centre, divided into Kungsholmen, Södermalm, Norrmalm, and Östermalm boroughs, offers a diverse urban experience in Sweden's capital. Explore each area for a unique vibe and attractions.

Central Stockholm
Norrmalm which includes a bridge, landscape views and a city

Norrmalm

4.5/5(758 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Norrmalm. Drottninggatan is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Hotorget T-Bana or Sergels Torg Tram Stop to see more of Stockholm.

Norrmalm
Gamla Stan featuring landscape views, a bridge and a river or creek

Gamla Stan

5/5(181 area reviews)

Medieval alleyways, cobbled streets, and North German-influenced architecture define this historic area, home to notable landmarks like Stockholm Palace and the Nobel Museum. Dine at Den gyldene freden, one of the world's oldest restaurants, and discover the tiny "Järnpojken" statue.

Gamla Stan
Ostermalm which includes a bay or harbor, a sunset and a city

Östermalm

5/5(123 area reviews)

Central Stockholm's Östermalm boasts the country's highest housing prices and is home to attractions like the Royal Dramatic Theatre and Maritime Museum. Easily accessible via metro lines 13, 14, and suburban railway 27, 28, 29.

Östermalm
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Vasastan

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

Central Stockholm's Vasastan district boasts major parks like Vasaparken and Observatorielunden, and stunning architecture, from Neo-Renaissance residential buildings to Art Nouveau structures in Birkastaden. Explore the calm Atlas Area, contrasting with its bustling surroundings, and enjoy the hilly Röda bergen area.

Vasastan
Spring in Stockholm

Hammarby Sjöstad

The museums and cafes make Hammarby Sjöstad worth a stop. Make a stop by Hammarbybacken Ski Area, and jump on the metro at Sickla Udde Tram Stop to get around the area.

Hammarby Sjöstad
Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
3.5 out of 5
Tornvägen 19A, Arlanda, Stockholm
The price is AED 363 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 363
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Arlanda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,896 reviews)
"Great hotel, always stay there when catching an early flight from Stockholm."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
Haymarket by Scandic
Haymarket by Scandic
4 out of 5
Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm
The price is AED 314 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 314
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,590 reviews)
"I really like Haymarket, always stay here when I’m in Stockholm. Location is good, rooms are modern and the hotel bar is busy."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

Haymarket by Scandic
At Six
At Six
5 out of 5
Brunkebergstorg 6, Stockholm, Stockholms Laen
The price is AED 554 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 554
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,524 reviews)
"Easy check in and out. Friendly staff. Please try the venison in the restaurant on the 5th floor. The tuna carpaccio and the ox cheek equally tasty. Sauna very good. So walkable and within minutes reach of main shopping and tourist sights."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

At Six
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Biz Apartment Bromma
Biz Apartment Bromma
3.5 out of 5
Köpsvängen 18, Bromma, Stockholm
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Bromma. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (396 reviews)
"Excellent location, facilities, staff and price - well done!"

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

Biz Apartment Bromma
Biz Apartment Hammarby Sjostad
Biz Apartment Hammarby Sjostad
3.5 out of 5
Heliosgången 20, Stockholm
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,595 reviews)
"They room was not very clean and the bed was uncomfortable but other than that it was nice. Local area is great and the staff were very pleasant."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

Biz Apartment Hammarby Sjostad
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
3 out of 5
Hammarby Fabriksväg 93, Stockholm
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (984 reviews)
"Good spaciousness apartment. Clean good links to the city. Close to nearby restaurants and shops. Good price for size and location. Seemed very sparse and could have done with mor furniture but overall good"

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

ApartDirect Hammarby Sjöstad
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Popular places to visit

Avicii Arena

Avicii Arena

4/5(27 reviews)

Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.

Avicii Arena
Skansen featuring heritage architecture

Skansen

4.5/5(281 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Skansen, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Stockholm. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene, or seek out its local tours.

Skansen
Tivoli Grona Lund featuring rides

Gröna Lund

4/5(42 reviews)

Bring the kiddos to Gröna Lund and enjoy this exciting theme park in Stockholm. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene, or seek out its local tours.

Gröna Lund
Branas Ski Resort featuring street scenes, snow and a small town or village

Branas Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Sysslebäck with a visit to Branas Ski Resort.

Branas Ski Resort
ABBA The Museum

ABBA The Museum

4.5/5(149 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at ABBA The Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Stockholm. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its local tours.

ABBA The Museum
Vasa Museum featuring interior views

Vasa Museum

5/5(504 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Vasa Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Stockholm. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Vasa Museum