No, it's not geeky to like comic books. It's cool! Reading comic books, or having an interest in superheroes and their universes, has become more and more popular in recent years. Thanks in large part to all the films Marvel and DC have released about various superheroes and villains. Not to mention Comic Con, the huge comic book conventions that are among the most popular pop culture events held all over the world, including Stockholm. Old and young, girl or boy, nerd or just curious - comic books have something for almost everyone. Stockholm has a large selection of comic book stores to choose from, whether you want to bag a bargain among old, well-thumbed issues, or invest in the latest Avengers or Phantom magazine. Follow our guide to the best places to buy comic books in Stockholm.
Where to buy comic books in Stockholm
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Comic book stores in Stockholm
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1Comics Heaven American vibes
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2Serier & Sånt Exchange your old comic books
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3Science Fiction Bokhandeln Store with everything
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4Serieboden For collectors and fans
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5Staffars Serier For all tastes
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6Seriegalleriet Looking for original cartoons?
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7Serieslussen Wide selection
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8Stockholms Serie & Skivhandel Buy, exchange, and sell
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Comic book stores in Stockholm
American vibes
Comics Heaven in the Old Town is one of the most popular comic book stores in Stockholm. You'll find American and Swedish comics here, both new and used, superheroes, manga and much more. They also sell a wide range of merchandise such as t-shirts and action figures - perfect as a gift for anyone who can't get enough of superheroes. You can also buy from Comics Heaven's online store.
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Stora Nygatan 23, Old Town
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Comics Heaven
08-20 25 16 - Read more on Thatsup
Exchange your old comic books
According to Serie & Sånt they're one of Stockholm's best stocked comic book stores for Swedish comic books. You'll be able to find pretty much everything you're looking for, from comic books to albums in both new and used condition. You'll also find a wide selection of manga in Swedish. Have you got any comic books in good condition you'd like to sell or exchange? Contact Serie & Sånt before you visit for more information.
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Upplandsgatan 87, Vasastan
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Serier & Sånt
08-736 01 60 - Read more on Thatsup
Store with everything
At the Science Fiction Bokhandeln bookstore you can find pretty much everything you could want in the way of comic books, graphic novels, games and merchandise. There are frequent store appearances by various comic book artists and creaters, so if you want to get anything signed get down here when there's an event on. They also have stores in Malmö and Gothenburg, as well as on online.
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Västerlånggatan 48, Old Town
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Science Fiction Bokhandeln
08-21 50 52 - Read more on Thatsup
For collectors and fans
Serieboden in the Old Town is a popular destination for anyone on the hunt for comic books. You can find new editions here, along with vintage comic books and albums. The store is the oldest of its kind in Sweden and they will happily buy or exchange your old comic books. Perfect if you need to free up some space on your bookshelves!
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Västerlånggatan 26-28, Old Town
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Serieboden
08-20 12 81 - Read more on Thatsup
For all tastes
Staffars Serier has been on Bellmansgatan since 1988. Go to browse the well-stocked shelves of comic books, in several different languages. You'll find everything from superheroes and manga to Tintin and Walking Dead. If you can't get to the physical store, you can always order online from their web store.
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Bellmansgatan 26A, Södermalm
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Staffars Serier
08-642 91 94 - Read more on Thatsup
Looking for original cartoons?
Between Slussen and Mariatorget in Södermalm you'll find Seriegalleriet selling original drawings and signed prints from comic books, animated films and graphic novels. They hold exhibitions featuring well known illustrators and comic book creaters and there's a store section with framed pictures by popular artists. If you want to find a gift for a comic book nerd, this gallery is a hot tip.
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S:t Paulsgatan 14, Södermalm
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Seriegalleriet
08-702 24 25 - Read more on Thatsup
Wide selection
You'll find Serieslussen just a short walk from Mariatorget in Södermalm. The store has plenty for both comic book aficionados and new readers. As well as a wide selection of comic books, both new and used, they sell plenty of films, toys and collectible items.
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Bellmansgatan 26, Södermalm
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Serieslussen Comicstrip
08-644 50 11 - Read more on Thatsup
Buy, exchange, and sell
The selection at Stockholm's Serie & Skivhandel consists mainly of vinyl, but they also have vintage comic books to get your hands on. Visit the store on Sveavägen or check out their auctions on Tradera.
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Sveavägen 104, Vasastan
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Stockholms Serie & Skivhandel
08-612 97 95 - Read more on Thatsup