Gamla Stan
Gamla Stan, until 1980 officially Staden mellan broarna, is the old town of Stockholm, Sweden. Gamla Stan consists primarily of the island Stadsholmen and includes the surrounding islets Riddarholmen, Helgeandsholmen and…
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Travel to Stockholm
Gamla Stan, Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€150per day · budget€252per day · standard3 daysrecommendedJunbest months
Things to do in Stockholm
- Gamla Stan
- Vasa Museum
- Stockholm Palace
- Stockholm City Hall
- Arvfurstens palats
- Kungsträdgården
Vasa Museum
The Vasa Museum is a maritime museum in Stockholm, Sweden. Located on the island of Djurgården, the museum displays the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship that has ever been salvaged, the 64-gun warship Vasa that sank on her maiden voyage in 1628.
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Stockholm Palace
Stockholm Palace, or the Royal Palace, is the official residence and major royal palace of the Swedish monarch. Stockholm Palace is in Stadsholmen, in Gamla stan…
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Stockholm City Hall
Stockholm City Hall is the seat of Stockholm Municipality in Stockholm, Sweden. It stands on the eastern tip of Kungsholmen island, next to Riddarfjärden's northern shore and facing the islands of Riddarholmen and Södermalm.
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Arvfurstens palats
Arvfurstens palats is a palace located at Gustav Adolfs Torg in central Stockholm. Originally a private residence, it has been the seat of the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 1906.
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Kungsträdgården
Kungsträdgården is a park in central Stockholm, Sweden. It is colloquially known as Kungsan.
Wikipedia ↗How much does a trip to Stockholm cost?
Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €52 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €81 |
| Private room with bathroom | €109 |
| Standard hotel | €170 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €33 | €68 |
| Local transport | €8 | €14 |
| Total per day | €150 | €252 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €33 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €61 |
💶 3 days in Stockholm: ≈ €544 on a budget or ≈ €850 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Stockholm
The most pleasant months are June. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan1°-4°💧10
Feb2°-4°💧9
Mar5°-2°💧8
Apr10°1°💧7
May16°6°💧9
Jun21°11°💧10
Jul22°13°💧12
Aug21°13°💧12
Sep17°10°💧8
Oct11°5°💧11
Nov5°1°💧10
Dec2°-2°💧11
Frequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Stockholm cost?
On a budget, about €150 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €252. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €544 to €850, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Stockholm?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are June.
How many days do you need in Stockholm?
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
What are the best things to do in Stockholm?
The must-sees: Gamla Stan; Vasa Museum; Stockholm Palace; Stockholm City Hall; Arvfurstens palats; Kungsträdgården.
Where to stay in Stockholm?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €109 per night and a hostel bed €52.
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