Day Trips and Excursions from Stockholm, Sweden

1. Visiting Sigtuna As the oldest town in Sweden, Sigtuna offers charming sights and a unique historical experience. You can visit medieval churches, old ruins, and historic sites. The trip to Sigtuna is typically a day-long affair.

2. Exploring Uppsala Just a short train ride away, Uppsala offers a perfect blend of history, tradition, and culture. Here, you can explore Uppsala University, Gustavianum, and the Botanical Gardens. This tour is usually completed in a day.

3. Adventure at Birka Viking City Discover the rich history of the Vikings in Birka, often referred to as Sweden's first city. Tours can include a boat ride with Viking-inspired lunch. Total trip duration is approximately 7 hours.

4. Discovering Mariefred and Gripsholm Castle Approximately an hour from Stockholm, Mariefred is a charming town home to Gripsholm Castle, which houses the Swedish National Portrait Collection. The trip typically lasts a full day.

5. Touring Drottningholm Palace Just outside of Stockholm is Drottningholm Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the private residence of the Swedish royal family, as well as the Drottningholm Court Theatre and the beautifully manicured palace gardens. A half-day is usually enough for this tour.

6. Wildlife Safari in Markim-Orkesta For nature enthusiasts, enjoy a 4-hour wildlife safari just north of Stockholm. The safari offers the opportunity to see moose, roe deer, and various bird species.

7. Archipelago Cruise Enjoy a day cruise in the Stockholm Archipelago, home to roughly 30,000 islands, islets, and rocks. Full-day, half-day or sunset cruises are available depending on your preference.

8. Vaxholm Fort and Archipelago Tour Take a boat trip to Vaxholm and tour the well-preserved fortress that once protected Stockholm city. The tour is available from May to September and typically lasts a full day.

9. Skansen Open-Air Museum Although not a day-trip outside of the city, Skansen, the world's oldest open-air museum, located on Royal Djurgården, offers a wonderful display of Swedish life through the centuries. Half a day should be enough to cover this attraction.

10. Visit to Artipelag Art Museum Another attraction within the city, the Artipelag is a destination for art, food, and stunning architecture. Providing sweeping views of the archipelago, it's an excellent place for a half-day or full-day excursion.

Please note that all travel times are approximate and will vary based on the selected mode of transportation and traffic conditions.