Christmas julbord in the Stockholm archipelago

Smådalarö Gård serves a luxurious three-course Christmas dinner, with a choice of three different Christmas menus, which are then rounded off with a generous dessert and sweets table. All with a view of the winter idyll that is the archipelago at Christmas time. The Christmas package includes an overnight stay with a breakfast buffet, as well as a winter dip and sauna. Add on admission to the Smådalarö Gård Spa and treat yourself to a pampering treatment. 

Enjoy a traditional Swedish Christmas buffet set against the backdrop of Stockholm's beautiful archipelago aboard Blidösundsbolaget's boats. A multitude of delicacies are laid out, with an extra emphasis on fish and shellfish. There's also a vegetarian selection for those who prefer. If you prefer vegan options, you need to email in advance. The boat departs from and arrives at the Old Town.

Idöborg serves up a Christmas table with classics such as Jansson's Temptation, pickled herring and Christmas ham, as well as local elements from nearby producers such as Rindö Ostmakeri and Värmdö Musteri. Atmospheric music and the crackling wood stove create a festive atmosphere. Travel here for the day with Waxholmsbolaget, or book a luxurious overnight stay with breakfast and wood-fired sauna.

This modern art hall near Gustavsberg lays out a traditional Christmas buffet with homemade dishes and exciting delicacies from local producers. The food is complemented by drinks such as locally produced beer and apple cider, schnapps, selected wines, and several non-alcoholic options. The Christmas buffet is served in Artipelag's restaurant with a beautiful view of the waters of Baggensfjärden.

Djurönäset combines a classic homemade julbord made from scratch with a humdinger of a Christmas musical show and overnight accommodation that includes access to the spa and a large breakfast buffet. This year entertainment is provided on certain evenings by the musical group Remember, taking guests on a festive musical nostalgia trip. 

You don't need to travel any further than Storholmen island just outside Lidingö to get a taste of the archipelago. Storholmen Sjökrog serves a classic julbord on the waterfront. Christmas trees, decorations and log fires indoors and out set the festive tone. The island can be reached by ferry all day. There are two sittings, at 3pm and 7pm.

Right on the waterfront and with beautiful views, Bullandö has an authentic island vibe while being easy accessible from land. Invite your friends and family and enjoy an archipelago-inspired julbord with classic elements. Take a seat and warm up by the open fire, sing some snaps songs and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the archipelago in winter.  

Fredriksborg is a personal hotel next to renovated historic fortress on Värmdö. As well as spectacular sea views and charmingly decorated rooms, the hotel kitchen proudly serves food made from mainly locally-produced ingredients. They serve a traditional julbord and if you want to extend your stay and enjoy the Christmas spirit a little longer you can book a package that includes julbord, overnight accommodation and breakfast.

FågelbroHus welcomes guests to a country Christmas. Start your evening off with a little glögg mulled wine in front of the fire, and then tuck into the Christmas buffet where you'll find all the classic favourites, many of them made from local ingredients. If you want to go all-in, book overnight accommodation, which includes access to the spa and a breakfast buffet.

Get into the festive spirit at Strömma Krog and enjoy a classic julbord in atmospheric archipelago surroundings. Pick and choose from various kinds of pickled herring, meatballs, sausages, salmon and mini desserts, laid out with Christmassy decorations. 

Award-winning Vår Gård in Saltsjöbaden lays out a generous julbord with pickled herring, charcuterie, Janssons Temptation, salads and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options if you prefer a greener Christmas. The grand finale is sweet treats, desserts, cheeses and digestifs served in charming Villa Skärtofta after the main event in the restaurant. Get into the Christmas spirit in the beautiful natural surroundings of the inner archipelago. 

Jungfrusund will be filling their Christmas buffet with traditional delicacies, modern surprises and Mediterranean-inspired elements in the run up to Christmas. Served, naturally, with ice-cold snaps, Christmas ale and warming glögg mulled wine to sip as you look out over Lake Mälaren.

Christmas is celebrated in beautiful natural surroundings at Restaurant J, in Hotel J in Nacka strand. The nautical brasserie lays out a traditional julbord with all the classic dishes which you can enjoy in the historic 19th century setting. Enjoy the warmth from the open fire and take in the Christmassy atmosphere.

Enjoy the delicious flavours of a Swedish Christmas as the sun goes down over the water. Award-winning Fjäderholmarna creates a buffet that combines Swedish flavours with a modern twist, including organic charcuterie, salmon dishes, pickled herring and Christmas porridge. Round off your meal in front of the open fire with homemade confectionary before the ferry comes to transport you back to the city.

This historic hotel oozes Christmas spirit with its spectacular views over the water from the dining room. All the Swedish festive favourites are laid out in time for the holidays. The julbord is served from the end of November right up to and including Christmas Eve and it can be combined with a night away in the archipelago.

Right out by the edge of the open sea, Utö Värdshus lays out a buffet full of traditional Swedish Christmas delicacies such as ham and meatballs, as well as some more unusual specialties such as the island's own-spiced snaps. Enjoy the julbord and then sleep soundly in the hotel before rounding off your stay with a fantastic breakfast buffet.

Grinda Wärdshus invites guests to enjoy a classic fondue, with lots of delicious accompaniments. Inspiration comes from Swiss cuisine and their Christmas buffet is full of flavours from the Alps. Enjoy the peace and quiet and the beautiful archipelago surroundings, along with warmth from the open fire, delicous festive food and atmospheric music. If you want to stay on and continue enjoying the island setting, just book a room at the inn.

Enjoy festive food and a unique view of Stockholm's waters on board Strömma's classic archipelago boats. They serve traditional Christmas dishes prepared with the environment in mind, served - depending on which cruise you've booked - either as a buffet or to your table. The cruise takes three hours. 

At Husmor Lisa they serve a festive seven-course dinner. Dishes are made from local and own-grown ingredients using classic housewives' recipes that have been passed down through the generations. Handmade Christmas decorations set the tone in the dining room and Lisa shares entertaining stories during dinner.