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Stockholm: The Nordic Food Walk

1. Stockholm: The Nordic Food Walk

Starting in the cozy, quaint confines of the classic Östermalmshallen, the old market hall of Stockholm, you’ll enjoy samples of local cheeses and meats, your first tastes on the tour. From here on your 4-hour tour, you’ll walk with your guide through the most modern areas of the city, sampling the best of healthy and classical foods with a twist. At Stockholm’s food market, you’ll sit down with a lunch plate filled with delectable Swedish seafood. No visit to Stockholm is complete without sampling this local specialty! After lunch it’s time for the sweets! In the very heart of the city you'll visit a local chocolate store, where the owners’ romantic story adds an even sweeter flavor to the locally made gourmet chocolate. Hötorgshallen, yet another of the city’s food markets, is also on the route. Stop for a chance to learn about the historical importance of the market and the shops, and for a few quick tastings as well. Continue with your guide to Gamla Stan, or Old Town, where you’ll admire some of Stockholm’s original houses. Stop at a tiny factory that makes polkagris, the most traditional of all Swedish candies. Your final stop is for coffee in a romantic courtyard, where you can enjoy the best cinnamon rolls in town.

Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour

2. Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour

Travel back in time on a historical walking tour of Stockholm's Old Town. Discover hidden gems and old tales from the city's past. See top city attractions like the 17th-century Baroque Royal Palace. Explore Stockholm's old town, or “Gamla stan” as it is known locally. Immerse yourself in the most mythical and legendary neighborhood in Stockholm. As the city's historical center, this is where you find out about ancient events and hear fascinating stories and tales that will last for a lifetime. Enjoy a tour which is like stepping into a time machine. Get whisked back to the middle ages where noblemen, princesses, and dukes roamed the streets. Learn about the Stockholm Blood Bath, see a cannonball wedged in the façade of a house, and discover the legend of St, George and the Dragon.

Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour

3. Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of the city's founding fathers on this enlightening shared or private walking tour of Stockholm's Old Town. This eventful walk reveals colorful stories and legends of early life in the city as you stroll along well-preserved cobbled alleyways.  Admire the grandeur of the Riddarholmen Church, the statue of Stockholm’s founder Birger Jarl, and the 16th-century royal palaces. Your guide will tell stories and legends about the city and the people who have lived here. Enjoy panoramic views of picturesque Lake Mälaren and the surrounding countryside. This is a perfect introduction to Stockholm and its Old Town district.

Stockholm: City Sightseeing Electric Boat Tour and Canals

4. Stockholm: City Sightseeing Electric Boat Tour and Canals

Take an electric boat trip through Stockholm and relax in comfort as you get to know the city from the water. Listen to commentary about each location and travel from the harbors to iconic attractions. See the outside of the Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace, and Skansen. Make your way to the front of Stockholm Palace to meet your friendly guide and group for the day. Climb aboard your boat and settle down as you start to drift further into the city. Cruise along the Djurgården Well Canal and admire the lush greenery as you sail under low bridges. Enjoy your own food and drinks as you listen to live commentary about each location. Immerse yourself in the story of Stockholm and feel the wonder of drifting by the spires of the Nordic Museum. Act out a little scene on the boat passing by the Royal Dramatic Theatre and sing a song outside ABBA The Museum.

Stockholm: Self Guided GPS Bike Tour

5. Stockholm: Self Guided GPS Bike Tour

Embark on a self-guided GPS biking tour of Stockholm. Explore the Swedish capital on two wheels and choose the self-guided tour that suits you. Pick between four different self-guided trips, you don't need to choose in advance. Each route offers a different side of the city and requires slightly different levels of fitness. Beating Heart of Stockholm:Choose this option to see the main city sights and enjoy fun stories along the way. (Difficulty: easy-medium) The Staff's Picks of Södermalm:See Stockholm's bohemian side. Visit artsy quarters and enjoy a more intimate view of the city. (Difficulty: easy-medium) Green Havens of the Capital:Tour all the parks that Stockholm has to offer and see how urban architecture and nature blend.(Difficulty: easy-medium) Nature Reserves and Lakes:Venture out of the city a bit and find nearby nature reserves. Feel the breeze as you pedal beyond city limits. (Difficulty: medium)

Stockholm: Guided Fika Tour

6. Stockholm: Guided Fika Tour

Going for a fika at a “fik” is by far one of the most Swedish things one can ever do. Fika basically means to meet up for a coffee and a piece of cake or pastry, and a fik is slang for a café, bakery, or pastry shop. Sweden enjoys a highly developed culture when it comes to baked goods, and everywhere in Stockholm you’ll find cafés and cake shops brimming with atmosphere, character, and quality. Throughout this tour you will be taken to explore some of the best cafés this city has to offer. From top-class cafés and award-winning bakeries, to mouthwatering and Instagram-friendly dishes, you will get to taste your way through Stockholm whilst learning all about this treasured tradition.

From Stockholm: Guided Day Trip to Sigtuna City

7. From Stockholm: Guided Day Trip to Sigtuna City

Visit Sigtuna, the oldest surviving town in Sweden, full of cozy traditional wooden houses. Walk along the main street with your guide and see one of the smallest town halls in Sweden built before 1750. Discover the history of the town from the Viking age to the Middle Ages to today. Admire the oldest stone churches from the early medieval period before 1100. After exploring Sigtuna, visit Wenngarn Castle dating back to the 17th century. It is rumored to have the best preserved Baroque chapel in Europe. Hear about the castle’s history and the history of one of Sweden’s mightiest men: Count Magnus Gabriel De la Gardie. Stroll through the beautifully restored palace garden. Finish the tour with a stop at Viby. The village, full of red cabins, looks like it did before the 1850s. Customize the itinerary based on your private group's preferences.

Stockholm: Gamla Stan Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Tour

8. Stockholm: Gamla Stan Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Tour

This is a self-guided tour for mystery and crime fans. The goal is to solve the mystery in the Old Town of Stockholm, which is inspired by real events from the 1900s. We are writing the year 1901 and the brutal murder of a woman has the city of Stockholm on edge. You are a young and inexperienced investigator for the Stockholm Police. It turns out that the woman is none other than Maria Knutsson who is known around town for her beauty and liked by many. So who could have possibly committed such a horrific crime?  However, it turns out that there are several suspects and the clues point in various directions so it will be a challenging task to find the culprit! Collect your envelope containing the mystery at Trafik Nostalgiska Förlaget (TNF) in Stockholm's Old Town. This is at the same time the starting location of your Mystery Tour. Exploring the location through a mystery scavenger hunt is an interesting and unique way, perfectly suited for couples and families. Good luck and happy solving!

Welcome to Stockholm: Private Tour with a Local

9. Welcome to Stockholm: Private Tour with a Local

Get your keys to the city of Stockholm on a welcome tour with a friendly local. Discover why they are so passionate about their city as they share tips and tricks on what to see and do. Meet at a pre-arranged meeting point close to where you are staying so that you can get familiar with your neighborhood. Alternatively, you can meet at any centrally located landmark or intersection to explore a district you are especially interested in. Discover the best places to eat and buy groceries, the easiest ways to get around and the top things to see and do. By the end of the tour, you'll feel more comfortable navigating the city and confident you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. During your walking tour, you will have the option of using the public transport system or taking a taxi if you prefer. Mention if you’d like a private car included in your tour and that can be arranged too.

Stockholm: Evening Dining Experience

10. Stockholm: Evening Dining Experience

Enjoy an immersive dining experience in Stockholm. Start off with a number of smaller tastings as you discover modern Nordic cuisine. Startoff with a number of smaller tastings from a modern Nordic kitchen that is fresh, young, and very fusion inspired. Then, visit a nearby restaurant for a main course, a glass of wine, and a chance to sit and relax and enjoy the mood of a Stockholm summer night. Finally, finish off the tour at one of the more popular hot spots for a drink and a dessert worth remembering. Along the way, you will get to experience how the people of Stockholm themselves enjoy an evening out in the Scandinavian Capital.

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based on 318 reviews

Andres was fantastic! He was very flexible to my needs in terms of timing and he was incredibly knowledgeable. He also provided a variety of options for how and where to visit notable areas during the tour. You can tell he thoroughly enjoys providing tours to visitors. Highly recommended!

Great tour where we were able to sample a good array of Swedish food including moose, reindeer, meatballs, cheeses, liquor ice etc. plenty of different foods to try. Our guide Susie was excellent - very knowledgeable about the food and the city. I would highly recommend this tour.

Wonderful time with my guide who is knowledgeable about the food. He is encouraging in my experience of trying the food esp the super salty licorice. It was really a full meal and I enjoyed it very much. Unforgettable experience

Tour was great and very plesant in the heart of the city. We can recommend.

We loved it and our guide, Kiki, was knowledgeable and funny!