Region of Sweden

Discover Stockholm: Islands, Culture & Baltic Life

Explore Stockholm’s blend of historic city life, creative culture, waterfront neighbourhoods and the vast Baltic archipelago beyond the capital.

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Stockholm: Where City Culture Meets the Archipelago

Stockholm brings together the energy of Sweden’s capital and the calm of a landscape shaped by water. Historic streets, museums, design, food culture and green spaces sit close to ferries and islands, making it easy to move from urban discovery to the Baltic archipelago. Explore the region at your own pace, meet local businesses directly and experience a distinctly Swedish balance of culture, nature and everyday life.

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Currencykr · SEK

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PowerC, F · 230V

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Climate-3.9°–21°C

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Cities in Stockholm

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Kungsholmen

Stockholm · Sweden

Kungsholmen offers a quieter way to experience central Stockholm, combining residential streets with waterside paths, parks, cafés and notable civic architecture. Walk…

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Sollentuna

Stockholm · Sweden

Sollentuna combines life close to Stockholm with deep local history and generous access to nature. Explore Edsvik and Edsberg Castle, follow shoreline…

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Stockholm

Stockholm · Sweden

Spread across islands where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea, Stockholm blends medieval streets with Scandinavian design, creative food culture, museums and…

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