Central Stockholm
Stockholm
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Vasa Museum
Visit the wreck of a Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage. Learn about the ship’s history and discover artifacts recovered from Stockholm’s harbor.
Things to do
Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm: ABBA The Museum Entrance Ticket
From Stockholm: Uppsala and Sigtuna Viking Sites Tour
Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket
Stockholm: Paradox Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Central Stockholm
Hotel Birger Jarl
Great stay
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Haymarket by Scandic
First time staying here and will definitely use again if we're in Stockholm again. Staff were fantastic, the hotel is nice and quiet and the surrounding area is great.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel, Stockholm
Nice location
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Clarion Hotel Stockholm
It was truly great and loved the service. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly and polite. I would recommend this hotel to others when they visit Stockholm.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hobo Hotel Stockholm
Great clean room
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Downtown Camper by Scandic
Room was large and suited family of 4. Bathroom had shampoo and hair conditioner plus hand cream which is much appreciated in this cold weather. Short walk to train station and check in was easy even at 11pm at night! Luggage storage was a great convenience as well with no charge. I would stay here ...
Reviewed on Jan 13, 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, Royal Dramatic Theater 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.
