Best sights in Stockholm
A planning-minded collection of Stockholm's strongest architecture, culture, historic places, parks, markets, and waterfront anchors — selected from the city's existing Sortie inventory.
Start with the headline architecture, then add one museum, historic area, or outdoor block to give each day a different rhythm.
10 places worth building into a Stockholm itinerary · Architecture · Museums · Parks · Historic sights
Brunkeberg Tunnel
231m-long tunnel providing a shortcut for pedestrians & cyclists & a backdrop for social media pics.
Fotografiska Museum Stockholm
Museum in a brick-built, former customs house with a contemporary photography exhibition program.
King's Garden
City-center park with a winter ice rink, concerts & events, art galleries, restaurants & cafes.
Moderna Museet
Prominent 20th-century & contemporary art collections on show in museum, plus photographic exhibits.
Stockholm City Hall
Waterside government offices completed in 1923 & made from red brick with a lantern-topped tower.
Storkyrkan
Brick Gothic cathedral known as the Great Church, with artifacts & an iconic statue of St. George.
Royal Djurgården
City park accessible by ferry boat & other means, with an amusement park, picnic spots & more.
Stortorget
This cobblestone plaza dating back to the Middle Ages has historic buildings & a Christmas market.
Swedish History Museum
Displays including the Viking era & the Middle Ages, including a gold room & ecclesiastical art.
The Royal Palace
Baroque-style royal palace with 3 museums & a vast library. Admission fee can include a guided tour.
Go beyond Stockholm's headline sights
Find museums, food, parks, neighbourhood places, and more across the city.
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