Central Stockholm
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Popular places to visit
Gröna Lund
See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.
ABBA The Museum
Admire costumes and step inside replicas of recording studios to sing alongside holograms of the Dancing Queen icons. If the phone rings, pick it up.
Skansen
Experience Sweden’s rural traditions and spot almost 300 animal species at the zoo and aquarium that are part of one of the world’s oldest outdoor museums.
Stockholm Palace
Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.
Stockholm Viking Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum
Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride
Stockholm: ABBA The Museum Entrance Ticket
From Stockholm: Uppsala and Sigtuna Viking Sites Tour
Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Central Stockholm
Hotel Birger Jarl
Clean room helpful staff
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
Staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a small issue with our room, that was fixed right away. Breakfast was excellent and the selection was great. Local of the hotel is very convenient and near public transportation. Would definitely recommend it.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm
Staff in the reception were very welcoming and professional.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Hobo Hotel Stockholm
Staff were very helpful. The location is excellent to get around to most tourist hot spot by foot. The room was very comfortable and quiet.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
At Six
Check in was painless the staff were respectful and courterious. The manager went above and beyond to make our new year experience very special. A special thanks to Salma and valet .
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Haymarket by Scandic
The hotel is absolutely beautiful, and personnel was extremely polite and made us feel welcomed. Rooms are not to big but stylish and very convenient.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Stockholm
Gamla Stan
Visitors often come to Gamla Stan for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Gamla stan T-Bana.
Norrmalm
Enjoy the popular shops in Norrmalm. Drottninggatan is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Hotorget T-Bana or Sergels Torg Tram Stop to see more of Stockholm.
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Museum of Modern Art and Svensk Form while you're in town.
Östermalm
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Östermalm. If sightseeing is on the list, Swedish History Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Söder Mälarstrand
Söder Mälarstrand is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Långholmen and Riddarfjärden.
Maria
While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Zinkensdamms IP, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.
