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Öja, Nynäshamn, an island in the Stockholm archipelago, Sweden.

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Overview

Offering everything from deep-blue archipelagos and Northern Lights, to killer fashion, food and design, Sweden is a Nordic dream.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Kungliga Slottet
Gamla Stan
A massive structure with more than 600 rooms on 11 levels, Kungliga Slottet (the Royal Palace) dominates the north end of Gamla Stan. The official…
Skogskyrkogården
Stockholm
One of Stockholm’s most unexpected attractions, Skogskyrkogården (the Woodland Cemetery) is an arrestingly beautiful graveyard set in the soothing pine…
Gamla Uppsala
Uppsala
One of Sweden’s largest and most important burial sites, Gamla Uppsala (4km north of Uppsala) contains 300 mounds from the 6th to 12th centuries. The…
Ájtte Museum
Lappland
This illuminating museum is Sweden’s most thorough introduction to Sami culture. Follow the ‘spokes’ radiating from the central chamber, each dealing with…
Västra Hamnen
Malmö
Located about 2.5km northwest of the Old Town, buzzing, bayside Västra Hamnen represents the modern face of Malmö. It's a popular spot to stroll, sip…
Museum Gustavianum
Uppsala
A wonder cabinet of wonder cabinets, the Museum Gustavianum rewards appreciation of the weird and well organised. The shelves in the pleasantly musty…
Bergmancenter
Gotland
The Bergmancenter, honouring Sweden's most famous film director, the late Ingmar Bergman, a Fårö local, was inaugurated in 2014 and hosts exhibits,…
Stora Karlsö
Gotland
This remote island nature reserve is home to extensive bird life including thousands of guillemots and razorbills, as well as the maculinea arion (large…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Get ready to fall in love with incredible unspoiled landscapes and vibrant cities. If you don't know where to start in Sweden, we've got you covered.

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Best Places to Visit

This Scandi supremo has world-class culture, stunning landscapes and ancient sites to offer visitors. These are the 11 best places to visit in Sweden.

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Best Time to Visit

Seasons in Sweden are defined by light. Whether you want to snuggle under the northern lights or bask in the midnight sun, here are the best times to come.

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Things to Know

With our guide to local etiquette, insider tips and how to make your cash go further, you've got everything you need to know before visiting Sweden.

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Transportation

Sweden is an easy country to get around, with excellent roads and an extensive network of trains, buses and ferries for both local and long-distance travel.

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Visa Requirements

Everything you need to know about visa requirements in Sweden, no matter how long your visit will be.

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Money and Costs

Sweden is an expensive place. But with our insider tips for saving money on transport, meals and more, your trip doesn’t have to break the bank.

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Best Road Trips

Sweden is ideal for scenic road trips showcasing everything from ancient sites and historic castles to picturesque villages and spectacular wilderness.

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