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Five centuries of Swedish culture are on display in this museum of historic photographs, furniture and everyday artefacts.

Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island.

Get in touch with the past not far from a very modern city. Visit this untouched location for unfettered contact with history.

The western section of Gamla Stan is a small islet decorated with aristocratic 17th-century palaces and one of the city’s oldest churches.  

This borough of central Stockholm blends upscale residential living and high-end shopping with a vibrant performing arts and nightlife scene. 

Discover over 100 ski slopes, explore scenic cross-country trails and enjoy traditional Swedish mountain life at this enormous ski resort region.

Surprises await you in every corner of this charming town, which has produced popular candy, an iconic Yule goat and the singer Cat Stevens.

Explore this large parkland where you can visit a Nordic zoo, play a round of mini golf and chase colourful butterflies through a beautiful landscape. 

Between the zoo and the adventure park, there is no end to the fun for families visiting this Swedish city, which is also very artistic.

This borough of central Stockholm blends upscale residential living and high-end shopping with a vibrant performing arts and nightlife scene. 

Cross the golden-crowned bridge to this gem of an islet in the Swedish capital, best known for its cultural and historical attractions.

Duck into narrow, medieval alleys and find yourself happily lost in Sweden’s most famous urban district.

This museum features inspiring photographic works by well-known contemporary artists. Its restaurant has equally inspiring views of several of Stockholm’s islands. 

Leave modern Stockholm behind while observing old Nordic traditions brought to life at one of the oldest outdoor museums in the world.

Scenic and spacious slopes, thrilling tree skiing and challenging cross-country routes make this Jämtland/Härjedalen resort a unique and exciting ski destination.

This museum features inspiring photographic works by well-known contemporary artists. Its restaurant has equally inspiring views of several of Stockholm’s islands. 

This museum features inspiring photographic works by well-known contemporary artists. Its restaurant has equally inspiring views of several of Stockholm’s islands. 

Stockholm’s harbour was the resting site for a Swedish warship that capsized just after launch. Now history and artefacts reveal its story in great detail.

See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.

Admire historic architecture, enjoy free summer concerts, browse art museums and relax in the scenic green spaces of Sweden’s City of Parks.