Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, is a dizzying array of water, buildings and bridges (appx 50) spread across 14 islands. With a population of appx 2 Million, Stockholm has everything from trendy new areas to the old town and everything in between. The city is about 1/3 Water, 1/3 Parks/open space and 1/3 Buildings. It’s reported the city has more than 50 museums and 10 Palaces plus hotels, government buildings and more.
So where to begin?
Stay -
At the waterfront Hotel Risen (a Hyatt Brand). Here you have easy access to many of the major sights.
See -
All within a few km, you can walk and see the -
*Cobble Stone streets of Gamlastan, the old town and square
*National Museum
*Nobel Prize Museum
*Royal Palace
*Kungsträdgården - The Kings Garden. Here you can see cherry blossoms in the spring, flowers and linden trees.
*The Opera House and major shopping is off the promenade.
Must do, If you have more time:
*The Vasa Museum - home to a huge war ship that sunk 40 minutes into its maiden voyage, 1628. Buy tickets online.
*Stockholm City Hall
Note: to visit City Hall - you MUST take a GUIDED TOUR to enter. This is where the Nobel Banquet is held. See the beautiful mosaic gold room. The building is made of over 8M bricks. Weddings are held on Saturday’s in the French room.
Östermalms saluhall
Large food hall in an upscale neighborhood with food vendors and restaurants
Other notable:
Museum of Modern Art
Fotografiska Museum
ABBA Museum
Storkykan Church
Also recommend is a boat tour to explore the diverse city.
For travelers, finding a restroom can be challenging. Street urinals are placed around the city for men. Use at your own discretion.
Enjoy!!!
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