Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Stockholm

1. Vasa Museum

Featuring the world's only preserved 17th century ship, the Vasa Museum is without a doubt a highlight of your trip to Stockholm.

2. Skansen Open-Air Museum

As the world’s first open-air museum, Skansen showcases the different ways of life across Sweden before the industrial era.

3. Gamla Stan (The Old Town)

A walk through Gamla Stan's narrow, winding streets is like stepping back in time. It houses the Royal Palace, and a plethora of shops, boutiques, and cafes.

4. The Royal Palace

One of the largest palaces in Europe, it boasts of hundreds of rooms decorated in the baroque style. Don't miss the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

5. Stockholm Archipelago

Made up of about 30,000 islands, islets, and rocks, the Stockholm Archipelago offers ample opportunities for excursions, sailing, swimming, and fishing.

6. ABBA: The Museum

Home to a treasure trove of memorabilia related to the famous Swedish band, this interactive exhibition is a must for any music fan.

7. Drottningholm Palace

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is an impeccably preserved royal castle, largely built in the late 16th and early 17th centuries.

8. Djurgarden

This island is home to several of Stockholm’s major museums and attractions, including Skansen, the Vasa Museum, and Gröna Lund amusement park.

9. The City Hall

Known for its grand ceremonial halls and unique art pieces, it is one of the city's most impressive structures. It also hosts the annual Nobel Prize banquet.

10. Fotografiska

A haven for anyone interested in photography. Besides exhibitions, it also houses an award-winning restaurant with fantastic views over Djurgården and Skeppsholmen.