Guides to Stockholm

Walpurgis Night, Valborgsmässoafton in Swedish, takes place every year on the last day of April. The holiday is celebrated in Estonia, Finland, Latvia, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany and Sweden. The name Walpurgis is taken from the eighth-century English Christian missionary Saint Walburga bu...

Children have a magical ability to play with pretty much anything - sticks, pine cones, a scrap of material or a made-up imaginary friend. But sometimes it's even more fun to play with 'proper' toys as they can really fire the imagination and help the child learn new things. Save the world in a Batm...

You don't always have the time or energy to go and pick your takeaway food from a restaurant. Luckily, There are several services in Stockholm offering home delivery of food from countless different restaurants - the only thing you need to do is decide what kind of food you're in the mood to eat. He...

Plant-based food is an ever-growing part of the Stockholm restaurant scene. These days, it's not just purely vegetarian joints that serve really good green food - everyone from streetfood joints to fine-dining restaurants has excellent options for the herbivorous diner. This guide points the way to...

Stockholm has masses of great local restaurants where you can hang out and eat dinner in a relaxed setting, preferably in the middle of the week when you can't bear the thought of cooking dinner. A perfect option for anyone who would rather be spontaneous and forget planning and making reservations....

Are you in need of a little glamour and glitter to brighten up a dreary week? We've listed Stockholm's best champagne bars for anyone with a thirst for fizz - whether you're a true champagne connoisseur, a sucker for Roaring Twenties nostalgia or just want to take a prosecco pause in the middle of y...

When the summer warmth finally spreads over Stockholm, you need to know where you can cool off with a refreshing dip. There aren't many capital cities where you can swim from sandy beaches and bathing rocks right in the city centre, but Stockholm is a real outdoor urban swimmer's paradise. Follow ou...

Believe it or not, Stockholm is full of haunted houses and mysterious places that are said to be home to ghosts and spirits. If you like hair-raising adventures, there are plenty of haunted spots in Stockholm where you can experience a seriously spooky atmosphere, and perhaps even spot the odd ghost...

Valentine's Day is a popular holiday in Sweden nowadays and it's the perfect opportunity to eat a romantic dinner with your beloved. Going out to eat at a restaurant on Valentine's Day is always a good idea and many restaurants in Stockholm make a real effort to create a specially romantic atmospher...

Deliciously creamy ice cream, authentic Italian gelato and vegan ice cream with exciting flavours and natural ingredients - Stockholm has all these and more for true ice cream aficionados. Cool off with an ice cream or sorbet this summer and follow our guide to Stockholm's best ice cream parlours.

Are you a fan of rich, forest flavours? Game may not be something most of us eat every day, more of an occasional luxury, but game meats such as venison and moose are growing in popularity as healthier and more humane alternatives to farmed meat. Restaurants with game dishes on their menus often ser...

A good hotel, much like a good relationship, has that perfect alchemy of intrigue and indulgence, comfort and excitement. And finding your perfect match can be difficult. Choosing the most romantic hotel in Stockholm was never going to be an easy task. The choices are seemingly unending, but with ou...

Having a dry month, health-conscious, pregnant or teetotal? Just because you don't drink alcohol doesn't mean you can't go to pubs and bars. Plenty of bars and restaurants in Stockholm mix up delicious mocktails and other alcohol-free drinks for anyone who wants to avoid alcohol, and some raise mock...

Tacos, noodles and Indian street food - street food has struck back and these days you're just as likely to find such dishes in restaurants as on street stalls and kiosks. Plenty of food trucks have parked up their vans and opened up restaurants on the back of their reputations for great cooking. Th...

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...

From long-standing gastronomic institutions to acclaimed neighbourhood restaurants and international gems - Vasastan has plenty of cosy restaurants for all tastebuds. Many of the restaurants combine ambitious cooking with intimate atmospheres and stylish interiors, and you'll often find them tucked...

Going to the hairdresser can be both a relaxing and sustainable luxury. More and more salons in Stockholm are refusing to work with chemicals and instead embracing environmentally-friendly products and treatments. The city has several green oases for anyone looking for organic haircare and somewhere...

A lil' luxury never hurt nobody. Whether a tourist or inveterate city-dweller in need of a time out, Stockholm's seemingly unending hotel choices may seem daunting. But not to fear, we’ve got you covered. Boutique hotels offer more bang for your buck than big hotels, without compromising on comfort...

Would you like to learn some new makeup brush skills, find out what the latest trends in cosmetics are, learn to do a great party face or fill your makeup bag with new products? There are several fab stores in Stockholm selling makeup, well as offering courses, doing your makeup for you or offering...

Few things are as effective as floor and wall tiles for creating a gorgeous kitchen or stylish bathroom, or for re-decorating your home in an individual style. Whether you want to retain a period home's classic, original style with white metro tiles and Victorian floor tiles, decorate with mosaic or...

The range of vegetarian and vegan food on offer in Stockholm is constantly expanding and there are plenty of places to eat breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner meat-free or without any animal products at all. There's much more variation these days too, with everything from gourmet food to vegan fastf...

Stockholm has an extensive selection of coworking spaces and office hotels. The city is one of the world's leading cities when it comes to successful startups and one of the secrets of their success is access to coworking spaces where businesses can network with each other and develop togehter. Cowo...

Hägersten-Liljeholmen, just south of Hornstull, has become a serious food mecca in recent years. There are masses of must-visit restaurants to discover, particularly around Liljeholmskajen, Midsommarkransen and Telefonplan. The neighbourhood boasts a wide range of new culinary concepts, as well as o...

Christmas presents, traditional food and a festive atmosphere - Stockholm's Christmas markets have all that and more. Find original gifts for your loved ones, drink glögg, browse handcrafts and get into the Christmas spirit. Find a market close to where you're staying or head out of town for a winte...

Östermalm isn't exactly one of Stockholm's cheapest neighbourhoods, but you can still find plenty of restaurants where you can treat yourself to a meal out that won't break the bank. The area is full of well-loved neighbourhood restaurants and popular regular haunts. Follow our guide to reasonable r...

Norrtälje, the main town of the Roslagen area, is around 45 minutes north of Stockholm. The idyllic small town, with its cobblestones and harbour, has everything you could want in terms of day trips, activities, spas and - naturally - food and drink. Many of Norrtälje's restaurants serve local delic...

We all know it can cost a fortune to visit, so that's why we've complied a list of cheap – yet chic - hotels in Stockholm. The city boasts an abundance of great hotels, but a luxury room starts looking a lot less attractive when you're trying to keep your budget in check. Luckily, the capital is hom...

Is there anything more beautiful than untouched snow glittering in the afternoon sun? Combine that image with the magical Stockholm archipelago in its winter plumage for a truly winning and atmospheric concept. Gather family, friends or perhaps your work colleagues for a traditional Swedish Christma...

If you find yourself in Stockholm around the time of the Swedish autumn school break (October 30 - November 3) you'll find a wide range of great activities on offer for kids. Halloween falls on this week, so there are plenty of spooky happenings and ghostly goings-on. The guide includes current muse...

Round up your friends or family for the perfect weekend activity after a long week of work or sightseeing - brunch! Stockholm is packed with all kinds of brunch restaurants, with various styles and specialities. When you're a slightly larger group wanting to go out to eat brunch together it can be h...

Whether you live in the city or are just passing through, Stockholm is a fun and atmospheric place to be over the Christmas holidays, with plenty of activities for old and young alike. You'll find festive activities to boost your Christmas spirit, but also activities for when you need a break from a...

Take a break and treat yourself to a little everyday luxury with breakfast out on the town. Vasastan has plenty of options, breakfast-wise - everything from trendy juice bars to cosy cafés and bistros and restaurants serving a range of breakfasts to earlybirds and night owls alike. Follow our guide...

Who doesn't love pizza? One of the world's favourite dishes, it's usually topped with plenty of melted cheese - but vegans need not despair. More and more pizzerias in Stockholm are serving plant-based vegan pizzas made without any animal products. Some simply exchange dairy cheese for vegan cheese...

Central Stockholm may not be the first part of town that springs to mind when you think of the word cosy. The city centre is packed with shops, takeaway restaurants and cafés - but there are also plenty of charming, intimate restaurants if you know where to look. Luckily, we do. So follow our guide...

South American and Latin American food is the hot new addition to Stockholm's restaurant scene. Forget bland Nineties-style tacos; these days you'll find fresh taquerias and other Mexican restaurants along with Peruvian cevicherias and influences from the Caribbean and other parts of South America....

Everyone should be able to enjoy a wonderful meal out without having to worry about how they're going to get in and out of the restaurant. There are plenty of restaurants in Stockholm with varying degrees of wheelchair access so if you're looking for a restaurant with great food, as well as plenty o...

Summertime in Stockholm, the sun's shining and life suddenly feels a little rosier - so what could be nicer than a picnic in one of the city's beautiful parks with some good food and a bottle of wine or two? To help you find the perfect spot among the city's many leafy areas, we've created this guid...

You don't get much more traditionally Swedish than a really classic julbord Christmas buffet. Tables groaning with cured hams, meatballs, prinskorv chipolatas and Janssons Temptation laid out on special festive tablecloths. Escape the midwinter cold and darkness, cosy up next to a crackling log fire...

You don't need to travel far from the hustle and bustle of Stockholm city centre to find immaculately kept golf courses and well-loved golf clubs in beautiful natural surroundings. Golf appears to be an increasingly popular pastime and the number of active golf club members is constantly growning. T...

The racket sport padel, which can be described as a hybrid of tennis and squash, has taken Stockholm and Sweden by storm and become extremely popular in a very short time. Perhaps because it's a relatively simple and enjoyable sport which can be enjoyed without any prior knowledge or experience. The...

Celebrate the new year in style at a nightclub in Stockholm! New Year's Eve doesn't have to be all about fireworks and midnight countdowns - if you'd rather dance the new year in there are plenty of fun events to choose from. So don your glad rags and welcome 2025 with your hands in the air at the c...

Vegetarians and vegans alike have plenty to get their teeth into with the current burger trend - because what would a decent burger menu be without at least one worthy veggieburger? We've checked out the selection and found a bunch of really delicious vegetarian burgers in Stockholm guaranteed to sa...

Wouldn't it be fun to become an expert in beer? A beer tasting could be just the thing to take your enjoyment of beer to a deeper level. As well as being an enjoyable experience together with friends, family or friends, you'll also be able to dazzle people with your newfound knowledge for months to...

There's something about castles and palaces that inspires awe and touches a gentler, more romantic side to each of us. Grand and impressive with a historic flare, Stockholm and its surrounding areas boasts an abundance of manor houses, castle-like stately homes and palaces. Perfect for day trips, ro...

Refreshing, thirst quenching and filling, packed with vitamins, antioxidants and nutritious ingredients. Juice bars these days are as ubiquitous as coffee bars, definitely trendier and provide a healthy alternative to that classic cup of coffee or snack. To the delight of urban juice fans, juice bar...

If you're looking for a foodie night out with a difference, gather a group of friends together and try a chef's table experience. Several restaurants in Stockholm have hopped on the international bandwagon of offering a table right in, or alongside, the kitchen, allowing guests to see their food bei...

Are you planning on spending the whole summer, or a short summer holiday, in Stockholm? Lucky you! Our beautiful capital really blossoms during the summer months - in both senses of the word. Whether you want to take it easy and do as little as possible, or are happiest when you're keeping busy with...

Finding the perfect Christmas present isn't always the easiest task, and what do you give the person who already has everything? Some people like their presents to come in big boxes, some like them small and exclusive, while others prefer to receive an experience to remember. To help you on your way...

Gärdet was originally used as a military training ground in the 1670s. These days it's a popular part of the city characterised by classic functionalist architecture and its large green space. Here, just a stone's throw from Östermalm, you'll find wonderful walking paths and cosy cafés. There are al...

If you're looking for a great hairdresser in Stockholm city centre, there are plenty of salons to choose from. Your crowning glory is an important part of your appearance and identity and you don't want to leave it in just anyone's hands, so whether you live in the central part of town or are just p...