Travel & transfer: Arrival at Arlanda Airport
After landing, take the Arlanda Express directly to Centralstation in around 20 minutes.
3 days · 23 stops
Stockholm in 3 days
Three relaxed days in Stockholm: arrival and Södermalm on the first day, the Old Town and museums on the second, and Djurgården with architecture and food on the last day.
- Pace
- Balanced
- Budget
- Mid-range
- Season
- June
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Arrival and discovering Södermalm
Arrival at Arlanda, check-in near Centralstation and a relaxed afternoon in Södermalm with Fotografiska, a stroll through Mariatorget and Hornsgatan, and Köttbullar for dinner.
11:00
12:00
20 min by train
12:20
12:50
Stay: Drop off luggage at Elite Hotel Adlon
25 min by public transport
13:15
14:15
Lunch: Lunch at Pelikan
Traditional Swedish beer hall from 1904 with home-style cooking such as Pytt i panna and Köttbullar, a cosy introduction to Södermalm.
Pelikanapprox. 170–260 SEK pp15 min on foot
14:30
16:30
Sightseeing: Fotografiska Photography Museum
Top-class photography exhibitions in a former customs house from 1906 right on the water, with a lovely view of the Old Town.
Fotografiskaapprox. 195–225 SEK pp15 min on foot
16:45
17:30
Café: Fika at Café Bleckhornen
Small neighbourhood café with cinnamon buns and coffee, ideal for a fika break on the way towards Mariatorget.
Café Bleckhornenapprox. 70–120 SEK pp15 min on foot
17:45
19:00
Sightseeing: Stroll through Mariatorget and Hornsgatan
From the quiet square with its fountain, you stroll along Hornsgatan, past design shops, vintage stores and galleries.
10 min on foot
19:10
20:40
Dinner: Dinner at Meatballs for the People
Köttbullar in many varieties from elk to chicken, served with mashed potato and lingonberries. A modern take on Swedish cuisine.
Meatballs for the Peopleapprox. 220–330 SEK ppIt's best to book a table in advance, as it's often full in the evening.
Day 2 · Stockholm
Old Town, Royal Palace and City Hall
A relaxed day from Kungsholmen via Riddarholmen and Gamla Stan to Östermalm: City Hall, the Royal Palace, the Nobel Prize Museum and lunch at the Saluhall.
08:30
09:30
Breakfast: Breakfast at Café Crêperie Kungsholmen
You start the day calmly with crêpes and coffee in a popular neighbourhood café. From here it isn't far to City Hall.
Café Crêperie Kungsholmenapprox. 90–150 SEK pp10 min on foot
09:45
11:15
Sightseeing: Stadshuset with the tower and the Blue Hall
Ragnar Östberg's brick building is a highlight of National Romantic architecture. The tour shows the Blue Hall and the Golden Hall.
Stockholmer Stadthausapprox. 130 SEK ppBook tickets for the tour online in advance, as slots fill up quickly in summer.
15 min on foot
11:30
12:00
Sightseeing: Riddarholmskyrkan, the kings' burial church
The Gothic brick church with its openwork cast-iron spire is the burial place of Swedish monarchs. A short, quiet stop on Riddarholmen.
Riddarholmskyrkanapprox. 0–50 SEK pp8 min on foot
12:15
13:30
Lunch: Lunch at Chokladkoppen
Cosy café on Stortorget with soups, sandwiches and hot chocolate. Alternatively, Pastis nearby.
Chokladkoppenapprox. 150–250 SEK pp5 min on foot
13:45
15:15
Sightseeing: Stockholm Royal Palace
One of the largest palaces in Europe still in use, with state apartments, a treasury and the atmosphere of the changing of the guard.
Königliches Schlossapprox. 190–200 SEK pp5 min on foot
15:20
16:20
Sightseeing: Nobel Prize Museum on Stortorget
The museum tells the story of the Nobel Prize and its laureates in an old stock exchange building.
Nobelpreismuseumapprox. 120–140 SEK pp20 min by public transport
16:45
17:30
Café: Fika at Östermalms Saluhall
The market hall from 1888 is a fine example of brick architecture. Try pastries or small bites at the stalls.
Östermalms Saluhallapprox. 80–160 SEK pp10 min on foot
19:00
20:30
Dinner: Dinner at Café Nizza
Popular neighbourhood restaurant in Östermalm, open in the evening, with Swedish-international cuisine.
Nizzaapprox. 300–450 SEK pp
Day 3 · Stockholm
Djurgården and farewell
Your farewell day takes you to Djurgården with the Vasa Museum, Skansen and fika at Rosendals Trädgårdskafé, then on to Arlanda Airport with a relaxed time buffer.
08:00
08:45
Breakfast: Breakfast at Elite Hotel Adlon
Start calmly with the hotel breakfast and check out afterwards. You can leave your luggage at reception until departure.
30 min by public transport
09:30
11:30
Sightseeing: Vasa Museum: the salvaged warship
The ship from 1628 is the best-preserved of its time and a highlight for history and ship architecture. Allow a good two hours.
Vasamuseetapprox. 170–190 SEK ppBuy your ticket online in advance and arrive right at opening, when the queues are short.
15 min on foot
11:45
13:15
Sightseeing: Skansen: open-air museum and old town quarter
Skansenapprox. 220 SEK pp25 min on foot
13:40
14:40
Lunch: Lunch at Rosendals Trädgårdskafé
Rosendals Trädgårdapprox. 180–260 SEK pp8 min on foot
14:48
15:33
Sightseeing: Walk to Rosendals Slott
The small Neoclassical palace in the Empire style is only a few steps from the café. Treat yourself to a walk through the gardens.
20 min by public transport
15:53
16:38
Café: Coffee break at Café Blom
One last fika before you leave; the café is open until 17:00 on Saturdays. Try a cinnamon pastry.
Café Blomapprox. 70–120 SEK pp15 min by public transport
16:53
17:23
Stay: Collect luggage at Elite Hotel Adlon
Pick up your luggage at reception and head to the station.
5 min on foot
17:30
18:15
Travel & transfer: Arlanda Express to ARN Airport
The Arlanda Express takes around 20 minutes from Centralstation directly to the airport. That gives you plenty of buffer before your flight.
Stockholm Centralstationapprox. 330 SEK pp
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FAQ
How many days do you need for Stockholm?
Three days are enough for the Old Town, Djurgården with the Vasa Museum and Skansen, and Södermalm. With four days there is time for an archipelago trip or more museums.
Where is the best place to stay in Stockholm?
For first-time visitors, Norrmalm and Gamla Stan are ideal because of their central location. Södermalm is the choice if you like evening entertainment and cafés.
Is Stockholm expensive?
Yes, especially hotels, restaurants and alcohol are above German price levels. With lunch menus, supermarket snacks and a travel pass for public transport, you can keep your budget under control.