Often called “Venice of the North”, Stockholm is on a series of islands and peninsulas at the exit of Lake Mälar in the Baltic Sea, which forms a deep entrance.The charm of its settlement consists of the mixture of soil and water – the noises that cross the coast, the cracks rising from the sea, the complicated model of waterways that encompasses the city
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Best period
The best months for good weather in Stockholm are June, July, August and September
January is the coldest month of the year
Tourist Attractions
At the Modern Museet you can get your toes in one of the most important art collections from Europe from the 20th century to the present, with works by artists such as Picasso, Dali, Derkert and Matisse.The museum exhibits everything, from the modern classic to the contemporary art, including film, photography, drawings, prints and outdoor sculptures.On the picturesque Skeppsholmen Island, the building of the Modern Museum was designed by Rafael Mono, Spanish architect.The museum offers a world program of temporary exhibitions, a children's workshop, a store, a library and a pleasant restaurant, with beautiful views to Djurgården and Strandvägen.Guided trips are available.The second gallery of the museum is in Malmö.
Quiet oasis in the heart of the city, Djurgården Island attract tourists and locals, especially during the summer long summer and short nights.The park is part of the Royal National City Park, and is a perfect place for a walk and picnic, as well as to be at home at several of the top museums in Stockholm and other attractions.Cafes, restaurants, snacks and hotels are scattered.You can rent bicycles to explore the forest routes or, if you feel adventurous, go on the waterways in a canoe.The popular Vasa and ABBA Museum Museum are located here, as well as the Skansen and Gröna Lund Park of Fun.A fun way to reach is through Bac Gamla Stan or Slussen (both on T-Bana).Alternatively, jump off a NorrmalMstrg tram, take the bus or walk from the city center (15 minutes).Pass the Djurgården Visit Center for more information.
Photoiska is the contemporary photography museum in Stockholm and hosts an eclectic mixture of exhibitions throughout the year.The complex includes a cafe, a restaurant, a store and a gallery, and from the last floor, you can enjoy one of the highest views of the city.In recent years, the museum has registered a huge increase in the number of visitors and is now recognized as one of the most important photography places in the world.The organic cuisine, produced sustainably, the restaurant on the last floor is appreciated as one of the coldest restaurants (the weekend brunch is particularly popular for locals).The gallery also hosts live music and the latest club throughout the year.
Dating from the 1200s and crammed with attractions, attractions, cafes, authentic restaurants and boutique stores, the Gamla Stan area (Old City) is a Viruu-Spiration Museum itself.For many, this is the first stop on their exploration journey.Of course, there is no better way to instantly absorb the sense of Stockholm and to cope with the city's culture.A lot of souvenirs and gifts are available in the old town, and you will be drawn back in medi times, as you move through an amazing maze of small and outdated streets.The mysterious camps and ancient frescoes are behind the picturesque facades.If you visit in winter, make sure to take Julmarknad (Christmas Square), an experience similar to being in a fairy tale.The Stockholm Cathedral, the Nobel Museum, and the Royal Palace are all located here and should be raised on any tourist visiting itinerary.If you visit the Royal Palace, be sure you will catch the guard change.
The incredible battle vessel Vasa was intended to be the pride of the Swedish imperial fleet, however, in a precursor of the Titanic disaster, it sank on its spring journey in 1628. An amazing rescue operation took place in 1961, and now you can wonder this glorious capsule, 95%.The three pillars on the roof of the museum are not just a tourist attraction;These were rebuilt at the exact height and the specifications of the original pillars.This is the most visited museum in Sweden, and rightly so.More than one million people a year come here to enjoy different exhibitions and watch the film on the history of the ship.Entry is free if you are under 18 years old.
If this is the designer from Stockholm, don't look further.Östermalm is the most exclusive district in the city.Exclusive international labels eat shoulders with high -class Scandinavian design.On Libraksgatan, there are a lot of designer shops and boutiques, while the neighborhood is surrounded by Stureplan offers a lot of Posh stores - some with sea -cherry labels.Lovers of art and interior design will enjoy Svenskt Tenn and Malmstenbutiken, at the beginning of Strandvägen near Nybroviken. Many of the best ancient dealers in Sweden are around Kommendörsgatan Cartier.Make sure you have escaped Östermalmshallen for the best fresh and Swedish food.
A visit here could be a day in itself.Located near the edge of the water on the outskirts of Gamla Stan, this is the official residence of the King of Sweden.A rich taste of the Swedish Empire once, the palace is one of the largest in Europe with over 600 rooms and several museums.Dating from the eighteenth century and in the baroque style, the palace houses many precious stones.Here you can see the silver throne of Queen Kristina and visit the Museum of Antiquities, Weapon Warehouse, Tre Kronor Museum (three crowns) and treasury.Do not miss the daily change of guardian.
Located on the water's edge and surrounded by three gold crowns, the City Hall is one of the most iconic buildings in Stockholm and sees in countless pictures and postcards of the city.Dating from 1923, the room was opened in most of the Swedish of Eva Midsummer 's.Hosted inside are the assembly rooms, offices, art works and civil democracy mechanisms.The prestigious annual Nobel banquets are kept here.The recipients first meet in Blå Hallen (Blue Hall) and then move to the formal ball in Gyllene Salen (Golden Hall), which has at least 18 million mosaics that love their walls.A special treatment is the chance to see the city of the famous tower.
Royal National City Park is a green space of about 27 square kilometers, long and surrounded by six miles Stockholm and comprising three royal parks: Djurgården, The Hague, and Ulriksdal.This is the first urban park in the world, where tourists and locals meet to relax.The forest includes Moose, foxes, deer and many winged beauty, including rare birds.Among the fun things to do are museums, castles, theaters, sports facilities and historical houses.Lovers of nature will be in heaven by exploring the wild areas with centuries -old oaks, currents, lakes, marshes, swimming landscapes and urban hills.It is truly hard to believe that you are in the middle of a flourishing capital.
The oldest outdoor museum in the world, Skansen, on the island of Djurgården, is a wonderful attraction for families, especially for those with young children.Not only will you be treated in an authentic taste of Sweden as it once was, but also wonderful Skansen aquarium and the children's zoo.More than 150 different buildings and houses have been collected from all over the country and reassembled here.On the display are distinct districts of the cities, including mansions, a bakery, beautiful seglora the wooden church and a ceramic, all brought to life by the costume staff.At the zoo are Moose, bears, laughter, wolves and seals.You can visit the aquarium for an additional fee and see more than 200 different animals from all over the world, including many species of monkeys.For the traditional Swedish Swangasbord visit Solliden Restaurant.
Located on the southern edge of Stockholm, SkyView takes you to the top of the world's largest spherical building, one of the modern Stockholm.From 130 meters above sea level, you will be treated with an unforgettable view over the entire city.The tours aboard the gondolas take about 30 minutes and leave every ten minutes, but you have to be prepared for long lines in the peak moments of the day.After the trip, visitors can visit the restaurant and souvenir shop.
The sea flows through the arteries in Stockholm, and in the summer months, the city is quite literally full of boats of all shapes and dimensions.Many homes in the city have summer homes on the Skärgården (archipelago) islands and spends, if not the whole summer there, then most weekends.Everything makes a Friday night walk like no other.Given all this, to experience Stockholm from water is definitely a must-do for any visitor.Make a trip under the bridges in Stockholm or while they are away from an hour or two on the Royal Canal Tour.There are also Hop-On options, hop-off with a 24-hour valid ticket.
