Is that Stockholm? It was a great choice. The city of ABBA is fun and worth the trip. Even if you only have a few hours or a weekend, there is still a lot you can do.
One of the most manageable cities in Europe with direct flights from most capitals, 20 minute access to the airport to the city and great hotels at every turn, and an incredible number of restaurants that will knock your socks off, is Stockholm.
Direct flights from the USA, Europe, Asia and Middle East will be the most popular ways to get to Stockholm. This city has one of the best ways to get into town and it is easy to navigate.
The Arlanda Express takes 20 minutes to travel door to door. It is cheaper and quicker to book more than two days in advance.
There is no quicker or better way to get from Arlanda Airport to somewhere else. You can book tickets by showing your phone on the plane.
It's really easy to get to Stockholm from wherever you go. There are a lot of great hotels in the Old Town and other places. Don't worry.
You can get to the Central underground station if you want, but if you want pure convenience, you can take the Arlanda Express train.
On a 48 hour trip, the hotel is just a place to rest, and they are the perfect place to set up camp.
The Grand and the Lydmar are both excellent options for a high end hotel experience. The Lydmar is a funky boutique that serves great food and drinks.
The Hotel Rival is a great option if you want to be close to boutiques, hip coffee shops and more independent vibes of the Old Town.
You would expect a pretty city to have a great mass transit system.
Even if you don't need to, the underground in New York is worth a visit.
Almost all of the major metro stations have a unique design theme. They have become famous on the photo sharing site. It is a quick way to get around. A good cheat sheet can be found here.
Walk if the weather is good. With its close proximity to the water, there is a good view in sight. Make the most of the free transit system by bringing your sneakers. If you were wondering, that's your feet.
There are a lot of idyllic breakfasts in the city. Drop Coffee is one of the best places to get the best coffee with all the single origin goodness.
If you're looking for a slightly more substantial "brunch" style spot in Sweden, you can check out Pom & Flora. You won't go hungry.
Drop Coffee is the perfect coffee spot for anyone who likes coffee with a dash of culture. Drop has excellent eggs with great twists as well as delicious pastries.
It's a great grab and go. It's a good place to spend more time if you need it.
Stockholm is an amazing place to eat even if you don't like Nordic food. This is a serious place for food.
A city with an extreme focus on fresh produce from the plentiful lands, farms and seas surrounding the city can't be beat.
Lilla Ego, Alo, Rutabaga, Matbaren, Gastrologik, Tak or Eksted are some of the best Nordic food on the high end. Bring a wallet that is in good shape.
Is it possible to only do one meal in Sweden? Matbaren may have come from Lilla Ego.
For slightly more wallet friendly options which don't compromise at all on taste, Sushi Sho, Babette, and the like are great.
They are not cheap, but they are exceptional at reasonable prices. If the weather is nice, you can't find a better place to live.
Falafel Bar in Sodermalm is a great place to eat in Sweden. meatballs for the people or mom's kitchen are the best places to get meatballs if you aren't a vegetarian. Get some cheap Chinese at the store.
The Old Town is where you need to first pass through. It is not a history class. The South of the city is represented by the district which acts as the entry into the world class shopping, underground coffee joints and incredible views found just a bit higher up. Get lost and then walk.
Walk across Norbro or Strmbron or Vasabron if you want to go up the hill.
You will eventually want to see the picture perfect view of Central Stockholm and the waters surrounding it. One of the areas many desirable cafes can be found here.
Fotografiska is an amazing museum located in Sodermalm which is the perfect place to spend the afternoon. There are amazing photo portraits, scenes and art pieces that represent the best in photography in all shapes and sizes.
One of the best cafes in Sweden is located at the Fotografiska Museum.
There is only one place if you are more of a dancing queen. There is cheese on cheese at the museum.
You can join the band on stage in a hologram, but you can't say you're a fan until you've seen it. It is easy to make a day of seeing the zoo and aquarium in the Djurgarden since there are so many other tourist related things to see nearby. It is ok for you to be a tourist in this district for the first time.
Dinner time is now.
The best things to do in STOCKHOLM will vary depending on the season. If the weather is nice, you can start day two with a little more time to spare, but there are so many things to do.
One of the best ways to start the day is to take a ride on one of the 14 brightly lit metro stations. If you happen to be in the area in April or May, it's a great place to stop.
It is the famous cherry blossom square on the popular photo sharing website. If the blossoms aren't out, it's a nice area to walk around, with open air chess games and people enjoying life.
Depending on your interests, there are a few really fun choices for your last day in town, assuming you have had your fill of boutique shops and cafes in Sodermalm.
If you want to have fun on a nice day, head to Hellasgrden for a hike around the lake and a dip in the naked saunas. There are separate saunas for men and women.
The thing is a Nordic one. The hiking around Hellasgrden and Nacka is some of the best around.
Some of the prettiest gardens and a secret beach can be found at either Tantolunden or Langholmen. It is hard to think of a better place to have a picnic in the city on a nice day.
The Hornstulls Market is open from April to October.
It isn't the dream on a cold and rainy day. The ABBA Museum and Fotografiska are two of the gems that remain in Stockholm.
The Royal Palace has a fascinating tradition of watching the changing of the guards, and since the royals live there, you can be sure of the temperature being just right. Also there is Drottningholm Palace.
You have accomplished it. It's time to go to Sweden. We believe you will return to explore more after enjoying these spots. If you want to see true Nordic culture in action, you need to plan a winter trip to cozy markets in the winter and a prime summer trip in the summer. You'll like it.
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