STOCKHOLM
Stockholm’s best, on and off the water.
The 15 most popular guided tours in Stockholm. The ones travellers actually fill a day with, with prices, run times and who to book through.
Guided Stockholm archipelago cruise on a classic Stromma boat. Pick 1.5–3 hours, enjoy live commentary, Wi‑Fi, and snacks.
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Sail past Stockholm’s canals to Vaxholm on a guided 2.5-hour cruise. Great views, real stories, and a cold-weather friendly boat ride.
“The organisers and staff were fantastic, very helpful and informative with the commentary for the Archipelago. The seating on the boat meant it was difficult to get a good view most of the time. Although the guide did try to remind people to talk quietly when the commentary was happening, people continued to shout over…”
A 2-hour guided walk through Stockholm’s Old Town, from Gamla Stan alleyways and Riddarholmen views to the Royal Palace.
“Julia was brilliant! Informative and interactive, couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide!!”
A 50-minute silent electric boat tour past Stockholm’s palaces, museums, and canals with an English live guide and cozy blankets.
“Heidi was a great tour guide on our electric boat tour around Stockholm. She had great tidbits and witty feedback to typical tourist questions. Well worth the trip and the value.”
A 50-minute guided electric boat cruise past Stockholm’s biggest sights, with live commentary and great water views for around $23.
“One of the Best Experiences in Stockholm! This boat tour was one of our absolute favorite activities in Stockholm—truly better than we could have imagined and well worth the money. The boat itself was spotless and beautifully maintained, complete with cozy blankets and fresh flowers that added a lovely touch. Our guide, Elias, and captain,…”
A 2-hour English guided visit to Stockholm’s Vasa Museum with your admission ticket included, small group, and expert storytelling.
“Great tour. Katherine was an engaging and knowledgeable guide. Would strongly recommend to anyone looking to see the Vasa.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with photo stops, story-driven history, and a mini fika, in English or German.
“This tour was a great way to spend a couple hours getting to know Stockholm and it's midevil history. our guide, Sophie, was very knowledgeable and used visual aids that helped to visualize what life in Stockholm was like pre modern era! Thank you Sophie.”
Guided walking tour through Gamla Stan with famous legends, Royal Palace stories, and optional fika. Small group, 2 hours.
Paddle Stockholm by double kayak with an English guide. Pick a morning sightseeing ride or an evening option with Swedish dinner.
A flexible private walk through Stockholm: Royal Palace, Gamla Stan, sunset views at Monteliusvägen, Stortorget sweets, and Södermalm stops.
“My guide, Stefan showed me all of the highlights in this one 8 hour tour. He was effective in personalizing the tour toward my interests.”
Viking runestones, 1,000-year burial sites, and Sigtuna on a guided 6-hour tour from Stockholm with pickup and drop-off.
“our day trip started in the morning around 9:40. we got picked up by our hotel and thr tour guide Olof was very good. he told us about the rune stones we came across and let us explore at some parts on our own a bit. we drove to a lake where he told us…”
Solve Old Town puzzles on your phone as you walk from the Royal Palace to key landmarks in about 1.5–2 hours.
Custom private walking tour of Stockholm with a guide. Pick sights, see island views, get local tips. From $65, 2–8 hours.
Paddle Stockholm at your own pace from a central dock near Barnhusbron. Calm water, city views, and a quick kayaking intro.
Steamship to Vaxholm plus fortress, beach time, and fika on a small-group archipelago day trip from Stockholm, led by top guides.
Every island, every museum, every way out onto the water.
