Stockholm

One of Stockholm’s oldest gay bars, tucked away on Södermalm. A small and cosy spot combining drinks with a menu of Swedish and international dishes.

A lively LGBTQ+ bar and restaurant in Gamla Stan that shifts from relaxed daytime hangout to late-night drinks and dancing.

Stockholm’s major LGBTQ+ nightclub, located near the arena district. Expect late nights, DJs and several dance floors playing everything from pop and classics to house and techno.

A cosy and famously LGBTQ+-friendly café right on historic Stortorget in Gamla Stan. A good stop for coffee, cakes or something more substantial while exploring the Old Town.

A central Stockholm shop specialising in bold clubwear, fetish fashion and accessories. A long-standing destination for the city’s queer and alternative scenes.

Stockholm’s unmistakable modern central square, known for its black-and-white paving and towering glass obelisk. A busy meeting point right in the heart of the city.

One of Stockholm’s best-known public spaces, surrounded by cafés, restaurants and cultural landmarks. Particularly beautiful during the famous cherry blossom season in spring.

An interactive journey through the story of Sweden’s most famous pop group. Costumes, music, memorabilia and plenty of opportunities to become the fifth member of ABBA.

The official royal palace in the heart of Gamla Stan and one of Europe’s largest palaces. Visitors can explore grand state rooms, royal collections and centuries of Swedish history.

A modern Stockholm restaurant built around the idea of choosing dishes by flavour rather than the traditional starter-and-main format. A playful option for a more ambitious dinner.

A remarkably preserved late-19th-century private palace in central Stockholm. Its lavish rooms and enormous collection offer a glimpse into the life of one of Sweden’s wealthiest families.

A Stockholm take on northern Sweden’s famous Icehotel, with the interior, bar and even the glasses made from ice. Warm clothing is provided before you enter the sub-zero bar.

Stockholm’s historic amusement park on the waterfront of Djurgården. Roller coasters, classic rides, games and summer concerts are packed into a surprisingly compact space.

A large outlet shopping destination in Barkarby with Swedish and international brands offering fashion, sportswear and home goods at reduced prices.

A classic Södermalm beer hall and restaurant with more than a century of Stockholm history. Come for traditional Swedish food, beer and a lively atmosphere that feels distinctly Södermalm.

A striking art gallery set among forest and rocky shoreline in the Stockholm archipelago. Contemporary exhibitions, Scandinavian architecture and nature make the journey part of the experience.

Sweden’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, beautifully located on Skeppsholmen. Its collection includes major Swedish and international artists.

An imposing museum on Djurgården dedicated to everyday life, culture and traditions in Sweden and the Nordic region. The magnificent building is almost an attraction in itself.

The home of Sweden’s national parliament, occupying the historic island of Helgeandsholmen between central Stockholm and Gamla Stan. An important landmark at the heart of Swedish democracy.

The world’s oldest open-air museum, bringing together historic Swedish buildings, traditions and Nordic animals on Djurgården. Part museum, part park and part journey through Swedish history.

A tribute and an interactive experience devoted to the Swedish mastermind of making music. Avicii.

A vast royal park beside Brunnsviken, ideal for walking, picnics and escaping the city without actually leaving it. Its landscape is dotted with historic pavilions and royal buildings. The crown princess lives here.

A major centre for contemporary photography housed in a former customs building by the water. Its changing exhibitions are complemented by impressive views across Stockholm.

The former home of Prince Eugen, artist and member of the Swedish royal family. Today it combines art exhibitions, beautiful interiors, gardens and sweeping waterfront views.

Home to the spectacular Vasa, a 17th-century warship that sank on its maiden voyage and was recovered largely intact more than 300 years later. One of Stockholm’s essential museums.

A Japanese-inspired spa retreat in the Stockholm archipelago, designed around hot baths, relaxation and quiet surroundings. A very different way to experience Stockholm.

A convenient visitor information point beside Stockholm Central Station. Useful for maps, tickets, sightseeing advice and getting your bearings when you first arrive in the city.

The private residence of Sweden’s royal family and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The palace, formal gardens and remarkably preserved 18th-century theatre make it an excellent excursion from central Stockholm. Visit Stockholm

One of Stockholm’s most recognisable buildings, famous for its red-brick architecture, waterfront location and the annual Nobel Prize banquet.

A Stockholm institution for traditional Swedish fika, serving coffee, pastries and cakes in a maze of charming old-fashioned rooms.

Sweden’s national museum of art and design, with collections spanning centuries of painting, sculpture, decorative arts and design.

Glass gondolas travel up the outside of Avicii Arena, offering panoramic views from the top of Stockholm’s famous spherical landmark.

An Art Deco-inspired hotel overlooking Hötorget, occupying the former PUB department store where Greta Garbo once worked. Its glamorous 1920s styling makes it worth seeing even if you’re not staying overnight.