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The 15 Best Tours in Sweden

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A long weekend in Stockholm and a week in the Arctic are two different holidays with the same passport stamp. The 15 below are the days out that earn their place in either, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide - Boarding the classic archipelago ship
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Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

1.City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,798 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $41Our pick

Review of Stockholm’s guided archipelago cruise, with route choices, boat seating, onboard café, value, and practical tips for choosing your tour.

“Great trip! One of the highlights of our trip to Stockholm. The ship has ample inside/outside seating with speakers so you can hear the guide wherever you choose. There is also a well stocked bar with hot/cold drinks (including alcohol) and snacks, and a lovely little sit-down restaurant on board.”

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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour - Finding the boat beside the Gustav III Statue
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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour

3.Archipelago Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,110 reviews · 2 hours · from $39

Review of Stockholm’s two-hour archipelago boat tour, with island views, English commentary, practical tips, seating advice, and value details.

“The tour was fantastic! We enjoyed it very much. The views were astonishing and the guide was funny and very informative. Highly recommend.”

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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour - Boarding at Strömkajen, Gate C
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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour

4.Highlights Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,542 reviews · from $39

Review of Stockholm’s 135-minute highlights boat tour, covering sights, audio guide, seating, value, accessibility, and practical tips.

“lots of historical information and general info about sweden and their contribution to wars, sports and eco environment was presented in the headsets during the whole trip. very nice map with all the attractions presented during the tour as well. totally recommend”

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Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50% - Includes Vasa Museum Ticket - Skansen, the Viking Museum, and Nordiska museet
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Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50% – Includes Vasa Museum Ticket

Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Narrow lanes, courtyards, and forgotten passages
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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

6.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,206 reviews · from $31

Explore Gamla Stan after dark on a 1.5-hour Stockholm ghost walk filled with medieval history, murders, myths, and lively storytelling.

“This was so much fun. Chris (our friendly guide) was an entertaining storyteller who showed us around Gamla Stan by lantern. We stopped at different locations to hear intriguing stories of old. A great way to enjoy this beautiful old town by night - 100% recommend.”

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Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town - Crossing into Gamla Stan
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Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

7.Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,175 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Explore Stockholm’s Old Town in 2.5 hours with a lively English guide, royal sights, Nobel stories, hidden corners, and practical local tips.

“The guide was wonderful; fun, energetic and engaging. She recounted the history in stories, not ‘teaching’.”

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The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan - True crime, plague, executions, and legends
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The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

8.The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,165 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Explore Gamla Stan after dark with Stockholm’s lantern-lit ghost walk, mixing true crime, medieval history, legends, humor, and eerie old courtyards.

“This was such a fun walking tour! Our guide Callum was hilarious, engaging, and very knowledgeable. While the theatrics were a bit over the top, it’s what made the tour a great time.”

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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide - Choosing between the upper deck and indoor seats
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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

9.Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,125 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Review of Stockholm’s 2.5-hour archipelago cruise to Vaxholm, with guide, boat tips, weather advice, seating details, and value guidance.

“Great experience! You can be outside or inside which was warmer. Great guide very experienced . Glad to see more of Sweden then just the cory”

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Gothenburg: Archipelago cruise with guide - Gothenburg harbor sets the scene
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Gothenburg: Archipelago cruise with guide

10.Archipelago cruise with guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,002 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47

Review of Gothenburg’s 2.5-hour archipelago cruise, with harbor views, Älvsborg Fortress, island scenery, guide tips, food, and value advice.

“The captain and guide were passionate about this area and seemed happy to show it off. The route we took properly showed the islands and the beautiful houses there. It was definitely worth it and added a variable moment to my trip to Gothenburg.”

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Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket - What the permanent exhibition actually shows
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Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket

11.Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 994 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Explore Stockholm’s Nobel Prize Museum with exhibits, films, artifacts, and guided tours, plus practical advice on timing, value, and what to expect.

“Easy stop in middle of old town, and plenty to read about and look at of winners of the prize. Good documentaries as well. Just an easy stop, can be as quick as you life as well, would recommend if you have time.”

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Malmö: Rundan Sightseeing Boat Tour

12.Rundan Sightseeing Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 856 reviews · from $23

Review the 50-minute Rundan Malmö canal tour, with open-boat views, lively English commentary, key sights, tips, price, and honest drawbacks.

“Entertaining and informative hour on the canals of Malmo. The guide made the trip more enjoyable. Knowledgeable with a side of cheeky deprecating humor made for a fun outing.”

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Stockholm: SkyView Glass Gondola Ride - Check-in, film, and the wait before boarding
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Stockholm: SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

13.SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 815 reviews · from $19

Ride SkyView’s glass gondola 130 meters above Stockholm for wide city views, a short film, and a close look at Avicii Arena.

“It was a lovely experience and great to go up the side and top of the arena however I went on what might have been the foggiest day of the year and couldn’t see a thing, no fault of anyone, no one can control the weather!”

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Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket - From Tim Bergling to Avicii
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Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

14.Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 763 reviews · 1 day · from $23

Review the Avicii Experience in Stockholm, with interactive music exhibits, VR, audio guide, practical tips, price advice, and family details.

“The Avicii experience was an immersive and unforgettable experience. It’s an emotional roller coaster through the life, art, and soul of Tim Bergling. his sounds, his struggles, his dreams, the recreation of his childhood bedroom. Standing there, surrounded by his early influences and the innocent beginnings of his passion, we were overwhelmed. It was raw, it was real, and it reminded us that behind every global star is a human being with a heart, a family, and a story. The exhibit gracefully walks you through Avicii’s rise to fame — his groundbreaking music, the energy of his performances, and his influence on a generation. But it doesn’t shy away from…”

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Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer - Meeting in Kiruna at 7 pm
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Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

15.Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $224

Kiruna northern lights tour with a photographer, small groups, warm clothing, campfire snacks, and flexible aurora chasing to Abisko.

“We had a really great time with light of vikings! We got a warm suit, they did a campfire and we got tea and chocolates. The Northern lights that night were awesome! We also got Information about the northern lights and the sami people. The photographer took amazing pictures of all of us which she sent us afterwards. So we could just enjoy the moment. I would definitely book my northern light tour with viking lights again!”

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