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The 15 Best Stockholm Tours & Archipelago Cruises

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Half of Stockholm is water, which makes the boat the sightseeing bus. These 15 cover the city loop, the run out through the skerries, Gamla Stan on foot and the museums, each with its price and its running time.

Stockholm: City Archipelago Sightseeing Cruise with Guide - Boarding a classic Stockholm 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

Cruise Stockholm’s waterways aboard a classic Strömma archipelago ship for 1.5, 2.5, or 3 hours. A live guide in English and Swedish explains the islands, landmarks, and local history. Expect indoor and limited outdoor seating, onboard WiFi, restrooms, and a café serving drinks and snacks.

“The cruise was very well organised and the guide provided us with many interesting information.the best part of the cruise was the ice breaker and the whole unique ice view”

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Stockholm: Skansen Open-Air Museum Admission Ticket - The historic houses tell Sweden’s story
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Stockholm: Skansen Open-Air Museum Admission Ticket

2.Skansen Open-Air Museum Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,427 reviews · 1 day · from $27

Spend a flexible day at Skansen, Stockholm’s open-air museum, where historic homes, farmsteads, traditional trades, Nordic wildlife, and seasonal events bring Sweden’s past to life. Plan several hours, wear sturdy shoes, and check whether the aquarium and funicular require separate payment.

“The museum itself is quite large and would probably require at least half a day or even longer to fully enjoy. We had planned to spend only two hours there, so we couldn’t see everything it has to offer. That said, it’s definitely a pleasant area to walk around, with viewpoints, animals, and even a Christmas market when we visited.”

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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour - Finding the boat at Skeppsbron
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Stockholm: Archipelago Boat Tour

3.Archipelago Boat Tour

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

Cruise from central Stockholm through the Djurgården Canal toward Fjäderholmarna, Stora Höggarn, and Tegelön. An English-speaking guide shares stories about Swedish history, royal life, local customs, and the boat. Choose indoor warmth or an outdoor deck, with snacks and drinks available to buy.

“The ship’s crew is extremely kind and helpful. The guide has a great deal of knowledge and talks not only about history but also about everyday life in Sweden. He tells his stories in a very interesting and humorous way 😊 The views are amazing! On the ship, you can choose to stay in a cabin or outside. I wholeheartedly recommend the cruise. Long after the trip, we kept talking about what the guide had shared, and we will definitely remember this beautiful experience for a long time.”

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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour - Boarding at Strömkajen and choosing your seat
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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour

4.Highlights Boat Tour

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

Cruise Stockholm’s waterways for 135 minutes, passing under bridges and through the lock linking Lake Mälaren with the Baltic Sea. You’ll see Gamla Stan, Södermalm, Djurgården, the Essinge Islands, and Hammarby Sjöstad, with recorded commentary and a café on board.

“We enjoyed the tour and the history with the pre-recorded audio. A live guide would have been better but I understand. The length and course of the tour was good and going through the lock was interesting.”

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Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50% - Includes Vasa Museum Ticket - Vasa Museum: the strongest reason to activate the pass
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Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50% – Includes Vasa Museum Ticket

5.Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50% – Includes Vasa Museum Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,392 reviews · 1 - 5 days · from $95

Use one digital pass for 50+ Stockholm museums, palaces, cruises, and tours over 1 to 5 consecutive days. Visit the Vasa Museum, Skansen, Royal Palace, Viking Museum, Fotografiska, and more. Reservations are needed for some popular activities, and the pass works best with early starts and careful planning.

“I like the pass, however am not using it enough to make the most value out of it. If you plan on visiting everything offered it’s an amazing value.”

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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - The opening: Stockholm’s beginnings in the Old Town
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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

6.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

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

Walk Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with guides such as Callum, Chris, Cody, and Reece, hearing vivid tales of executions, plagues, murders, poltergeists, and medieval life. The 1.5-hour route uses narrow lanes, old walls, courtyards, and possibly a crypt to connect real events with local legend.

“The tour was just amazing! The time flew by and 1,5 hours were spent in a nice company with our tour guide Chris. I would definitely recommend that to you. Stockholm is a beautiful city, but something is hidden here, Chris will be the guy who will pull back the veil and tell you in the nicest, most engaging (!!) way possible the history of Swedish capital.”

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Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town - Starting beside Parliament at Gustav Adolfs torg
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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 $24Top rated

Start at 10 a.m. near Parliament and walk through Gamla Stan with an English-speaking guide such as Gaia, Sophie, Aggie, or Kyra. Expect stories about Swedish politics, royal life, the Nobel Prize, narrow lanes, and local customs. Groups are limited to 20, and entry fees are generally extra.

“Excellent guided tour. Zoe was lovely, helpful and present to answer all questions. Great knowledge of the history of the town. Thank you once again!”

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The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan - History first, ghosts second
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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 $38

Follow an English-speaking guide through Gamla Stan for 90 minutes of murders, plagues, executions, myths, and ghost stories. The route begins and usually ends at Järntorget 84, using narrow lanes, old courtyards, and the crypts beneath the German church. Expect history first, with humor and theatrical scares along the way.

“We did enjoy this experience, it was a bit more historical than ghostly. Much of the historical we got more in-depth from a day walking tour so maybe others got more from it. The highlight was the trip into the crypts of the German church and the related stories. Our tour guide was lively and entertaining. We had a good time and would still recommend.”

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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide - Indoor warmth, outdoor views, and boat comfort
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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 $47

Sail from Strandvägen through Stockholm’s waterways to Vaxholm and back on a 2.5-hour cruise with live English commentary. Guides such as Charlotte and Kristopher have led engaging trips, while indoor seating, outdoor decks, blankets, and drinks help with changing weather. Lunch is optional and not included.

“Great narration but with some breaks so you could enjoy and peace and quiet. The boat has indoor (warm) and and outdoor seating. Blankets available.”

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Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket - The opening story: Alfred Nobel and the prizes
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Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket

10.Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket

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

Visit the Nobel Prize Museum at Stortorget in Gamla Stan for a self-guided look at laureates, inventions, writing, and peace work. Your ticket includes temporary exhibitions and daily English or Swedish tours. Allow 1 to 3 hours, depending on how much video and reading you enjoy.

“Great and inspiring museum. It is quite small, though.”

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Stockholm: SkyView Glass Gondola Ride - The climb to 130 meters
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Stockholm: SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

11.SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

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

Check in at Avicii Arena, watch a short film about SkyView, then board a 12-person glass gondola that climbs 130 meters along the arena’s outside wall. You get 360-degree views of Stockholm. The ride is calm and wheelchair accessible, with English and Swedish staff.

“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 - Starting with Tim, before Avicii
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Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

12.Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

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

At Avicii Experience in central Stockholm, you follow Tim Bergling’s life from childhood bedroom to global stardom through audio, touchscreens, music stations, recreated spaces, and immersive rooms. The visit is self-guided in English, wheelchair accessible, and usually takes about two to two and a half hours.

“The story of Tim, brilliant and modern. Enjoyed every second”

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Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide - Finding Mälartorget and the right subway exit
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Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

13.Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 719 reviews · from $15Best value

Join Nordic Freedom Tours for a two-hour public walk through Gamla Stan, from Mälartorget and the German Church to Riddarholmen and the Royal Palace. Guides such as Julia, Ben, Kenze, and Antonia bring Swedish history to life with stories, odd details, photo stops, and useful Stockholm tips.

“It was such an insightful experience, learning about the history and culture of Sweden. Could you please send me the group picture that we took? Just for my memories. Many thanks.”

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Stockholm: Fotografiska Museum Entrance Ticket - The exhibitions make or break the visit
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Stockholm: Fotografiska Museum Entrance Ticket

14.Fotografiska Museum Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 702 reviews · 1 day · from $22

Visit Fotografiska at Stadsgården for changing photography and visual art exhibitions, then stop at the bistro, restaurant, or gift shop. Your $22 ticket is valid for one day, and the museum stays open until 11 PM, making it a useful late-day Stockholm stop.

“Fotografiska museum is an engaging and thought provoking experience, the life line exhibit was my particular favourite.”

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Stockholm: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop 1 at the Royal Opera and Strömgatan
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Stockholm: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

15.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 682 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $37

Use a 24 or 72-hour red and green sightseeing bus pass to reach Stockholm’s Royal Palace, Old Town, Vasa Museum, Skansen, ABBA The Museum, City Hall, and more. Free Wi-Fi, multilingual audio, wheelchair-accessible buses, and an optional 55-minute boat ride make this a practical first look at the city.

“Excellent value for money Stockholm seems to an amazing place with lots to see and do.”

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