Things to do in Baltic Sea, Sweden

Experience the best of the Stockholm archipelago in a short period of time on a round-trip city cruise. With a guide on board, learn about the history of the different sights you pass. Enjoy a journey with beautiful sights and fascinating stories.  Start your tour from Strandvägen and jump onboard M/S Östanå I built in 1906, or S/S Stockholm built in 1931. Buy hot and cold drinks, sandwiches from the onboard cafeteria. Watch as your guide points out the natural sites of the Stockholm archipelago, the second largest in the Baltic Sea.

Take a guided day trip from Copenhagen to the historic cities of Malmo and Lund in neighboring Sweden. Visit Hamlet's Castle, enjoy free time in Helsingør, take a boat ride across the Øresund, and explore the Lund Cathedral, before shopping in Malmo. Start your day of adventure by meeting your local guide in front of the Grand Hotel. After a short meet and greet, hop aboard your comfortable vehicle and set off on your day trip. Start your tour with a visit to Hamlet's Castle. Shortly after, take a scenic drive down the coastal road of Strandvejen and arrive in the charming old town of Helsingør, also known as Elsinor. Enjoy free time to stroll the streets of this beautiful city before boarding a boat to Sweden.  Set sail across the Øresund, traveling to the shores of Sweden. Upon arrival in Sweden, drive down the picturesque country roads to the ancient city of Lund. Visit the Lund Cathedral. Behind the Cathedral there is a chance to explore the tiny streets with houses that date back to the 1700s. Continue with a trip to Malmö with free time to do some shopping. With Sweden's lower purchase taxes this a great place to get bargains on goods to take home with you. End your tour back in Copenhagen, passing by the impressive Øresund Bridge on the return journey.

Book a sightseeing tour and experience Stockholm from the water. Board your sightseeing vessel and listen to the recorded commentary available in 10 languages as you take in the iconic sights of this stunning city. Pass under several bridges and through a lock that connects the Baltic Sea with Lake Mälaren. Along the way see the sights of Stockholm’s inner city, the Old Town, Södermalm Island, Lilla Essingen, and Stora Essingen, the new area known as Hammarby Sjöstad, and the green areas of Royal Djurgården.  Guiding via your own mobile phone and headphones or through the boat's guide system and headphones. Guided in 8 different languages, including English, German, Spanish, Finnish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish

Book entry tickets to Universeum, a public science center and museum in Gothenburg, and one of Sweden's most visited experiences. Experience everything from rockets and planets to monkeys and atoms – and almost everything in between. Explore the world, down to its tiniest molecules, as well as unimaginably vast galaxies, to discover where we fit into the universe. Listen to animal talks, join a guided tour, or watch a show. If you’re feeling hungry or in the mood for a snack, head to the nearest restaurant and café in the building. Conduct experiments like a scientist at the Chemistry Lab, or learn about your body at the Humans exhibit. Discover the usefulness of mathematics in everyday life at the Mathrix. Take the little ones to the Miniverseum. Hike through the wilderness and see monkeys and sloths in the Rainforest. Discover the fascinating mechanisms of life, humankind’s technical advances, the epic diversity of nature, and the countless mysteries of space. Understand the wider context of topics and phenomena, and learn how the world works and how everything is interconnected.

Spend 50 minutes traveling by boat along canals and under bridges, taking in the sights of Malmö from the water. The guide on board will provide commentary about the city’s history, important personalities, and landmark buildings along the way. You’ll ride in an open-top boat, ensuring unobstructed views of the city and its attractions. At the departure point, you’ll find a cafeteria that serves bakery products, pancakes with whipped cream and jam, and much more. If you like, you’re welcome to put together your own picnic basket of items from the café menu and bring this along on the sightseeing tour.

Admire the impressive Øresund Bridge, one of the longest bridges in Europe, as you journey from Copenhagen to Sweden. Discover the historical city of Lund, and use your time how you please in Malmö, Sweden's third-largest city. Begin your tour at the Hotel Astoria in Copenhagen, and travel across Øresund Bridge. Make your way to Lund, a city so old it dates at least until the Viking Age. Discover Lund Cathedral, whose construction was finished in 1145, and explore the tiny, cobblestoned streets surrounding it. Then, travel back down south to Malmö, and decide how you will spend your time. Find your bearings with your guide in the biggest square in Malmö, Stortorget, which appropriately means Big Square. Dine in a selection of Malmö's most popular restaurants in Lilletorget, or Little Square, located just behind Stortoget. Enjoy the Parisian feel, and see some historic buildings and a vintage telephone box. Or, head towards the north-west side of Stortoget to reach Sodergatan, Malmö's main shopping street and pedestrian walkway. Shop in the department store, Ahlens, or in many other quality clothing shops. Check out Stora Nygatan at the far end of Sodergatan too, as here you'll find the Hansa shopping mall. If culture is more your thing, take your pick from a selection of museums. Get a feel for the contemporary at Malmö Modern Art Museum, or dive into history at the Malmö Natural History Museum. The latter is located at Malmöhus Castle, which dates from the Renaissance and is also host to the Malmö Art Museum, whose collection spans the 16th to 20th centuries. Finally, marvel at the Turning Torso in Malmö, the tallest building in Scandinavia, before returning to Copenhagen. Please note that it is not possible to enter the Turning Torso, and entrance to the museums in Malmö is not included in the tour. 

Travel from Stockholm to Helsinki overnight by ship and enjoy not only the two cities but also a relaxing time onboard. Leave Stockholm in the afternoon, check into your comfortable private sea-view cabin, and make the most of your time onboard. Take advantage of the breakfast buffet, which is included in the price. Dine at the Grand Buffet or one of the à la carte restaurants. Browse through the shops offering global and local brands, listen to the singer-songwriter in the Pub, watch the evening show in the Starlight Palace or sing karaoke. Relax in the sauna and afterward, drink a fancy cocktail at the bar.  Arrive in Helsinki well-rested the next morning. If you wish to travel back, you can book trip back as another product. You can also book dinner as an add-on.

Arrive at the museum and receive your ticket in the form of a vomit bag. After reading some information about the nature of disgust, start exploring this quirky and revolting exhibition. Smell jars filled with some of the stinkiest foods known to man, try out the photo booth of disgust and marvel at the exhibit items. At the end of your visit, hesitantly approach the tasting bar where the staff will guide you through the bucket-list-worthy items from all over the world. Sample dried insects, stinky cheeses, fermented shark and the dreaded surströmming - all included in the ticket price. If you find your new favorite food, head to the gift shop which is filled to the brim with frozen bull testicles and the saltiest licorice known to exist. Your ticket is valid all day and the time printed is just an indication.

Experience the best of Gothenburg and save up to 50%* with a convenient all-inclusive digital pass. Choose between 1-day or multi-day pass and enjoy access to more than 25 attractions, tours, and other experiences. Embark on fascinating bus and boat tours, and visit the city's most popular museums. Use your phone as your entrance ticket to all the included attractions, for as many days as you choose. Download the Go City app and make use of the interactive guide, Plan your itinerary and book attractions in real-time, then activate your pass by scanning the QR code at any attraction. Cruise through the southern archipelago to the beautiful island of Vinga, visit the famous Volvo Museum, or explore historic and contemporary design at The Röhsska Museum. Customize your adventure with hop-on hop-off bus and boat tours, and see local hidden gems aboard a paddan boat.

Start your unforgettable kayaking adventure at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter, where you’ll meet your guide and prepare for an epic day in the heart of the Stockholm Archipelago. After a short briefing, you’ll hop into your sea kayak and paddle through calm waters surrounded by idyllic islands and unspoiled nature. Glide past red and pastel-colored cottages, spot wildlife like seals and seabirds, and explore the storybook harbor of Vaxholm – the capital of the archipelago. Admire its historic fortress and hear fascinating tales from your guide about local history and life in the archipelago. You can choose between two unique ways to experience the archipelago: The 4-hour tour offers a perfect half-day adventure, including a stop on a remote island to enjoy a traditional Swedish fika. Relax with fresh coffee and pastries, and take a refreshing swim in the Baltic Sea if you wish. The 6-hour tour takes it up a notch with an extended route and a delicious outdoor BBQ lunch on a secluded island. Savor freshly grilled food while surrounded by nature – an unforgettable highlight of your day. Both options let you fully immerse yourself in the serene beauty of this coastal paradise, just 30 minutes from Stockholm. On your return paddle, keep an eye out for beavers, deer, and more birdlife as you glide past nature reserves and tranquil waterways. After the tour, you can easily hop on a local bus and head into central Vaxholm – a charming island town just minutes away. Stroll the cozy streets, enjoy artisan ice cream or coffee at a harbor café, or treat yourself to a seaside dinner at one of the local taverns overlooking the water. Want to end your day in pure Scandinavian style? Book a traditional Swedish sauna back at the kayak center and unwind after your adventure. No previous kayaking experience is needed – just bring your spirit of adventure!