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The 15 Best Stockholm Tours & Tickets

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Stockholm is spread over fourteen islands, so the first decision is always boat or pavement. These 15 cover both: the archipelago sailings, the old-town walks, the museum tickets worth pre-booking, and the day trips that fit either side of them.

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

See Stockholm from a classic archipelago ship on a 1.5, 2.5, or 3-hour cruise. A live guide in English and Swedish explains the islands, landmarks, and local history. You can sit inside or outside, buy drinks and snacks onboard, and use the restrooms and WiFi.

“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: Skansen Open-Air Museum Admission Ticket - Begin with the historic homes and farmsteads
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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 full day at Skansen, where historic homes and farmsteads from across Sweden sit among Nordic animal enclosures, working demonstrations, shops, restaurants, and seasonal events. The ticket is valid for one day, and you may enter anytime during opening hours.

“Was more hilly than I thought, no raindeer or wolves 😟”

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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

Spend two hours cruising from Skeppsbron past Djurgården Canal, Fjäderholmarna, Stora Höggarn, and Tegelön. An English-speaking guide such as Joel, Natalie, or Jonatan explains Swedish history, royal stories, local life, and the islands. Sit indoors or brave the upper deck for wider views.

“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 - From Strömkajen toward the inner city
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Stockholm: Highlights Boat Tour

4.Highlights Boat Tour

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

Cruise from Strömkajen through Stockholm’s waterways and the lock linking the Baltic Sea with Lake Mälaren. You’ll pass Old Town, Södermalm, the Essingen islands, Hammarby Sjöstad, and Royal Djurgården with recorded commentary in several languages. Bring headphones and arrive early for the best seats.

“The meeting point was very easy to find and it was an enjoyable tour with some beautiful sights along the way”

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Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50% - Includes Vasa Museum Ticket - Start with the Vasa Museum
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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 1 to 5 consecutive days of Stockholm sightseeing. Visit the Vasa Museum, Royal Palace, Skansen, Viking Museum, Fotografiska, ICEBAR, and more, with boat tours and hop-on hop-off buses included. Reserve popular activities early and start each pass day early.

“Hop On Hop Off excellent way to see a city and find the highlights!”

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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Leaving the main streets for hidden courtyards
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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

6.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

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

Walk through Gamla Stan with a Swedish- or English-speaking guide such as Callum, Cody, Chris, Reece, or Louis. In 1.5 hours, you’ll hear grim tales of executions, plague, poltergeists, and murder while exploring courtyards, passageways, old walls, and a crypt.

“Chris, our tour guide, was absolutely brilliant! He immersed us in the history of Stockholm for 1.5 hours in an interactive and humorous way, always staying true to the motto of the tour with a few scares here and there. An absolutely fantastic experience that I can recommend to everyone with this guide.”

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Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town - Churches, knights, and the roots of 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 $24Top rated

Meet at Gustav Adolfs torg at 10:00 for an English-language walk through Gamla Stan. Guides such as Gaia, Sophie, Aggie, and Dante share Stockholm’s story through palaces, churches, politics, legends, and small local details. The tour ends at Stortorget.

“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 - The German church and the darker ending
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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

Walk Stockholm’s medieval Gamla Stan with an English-speaking guide such as Chris, Callum, Reese, or Cody. Expect 90 minutes of murders, plague tales, executions, legends, humor, and narrow lanes, with a possible visit beneath the old German church. Wear warm clothes and sturdy shoes.

“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 - Winter, rain, and the best time to go
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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 canals and out toward Vaxholm on a 2.5-hour guided cruise. Your live English guide explains waterfront landmarks, island life, and local history. Choose warm indoor seating or brave the outdoor deck, with blankets and refreshments available onboard.

“Relaxing cruise but would have been better imo if it were only 60-90 minutes. Good that there were food and drinks available”

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Stockholm: Nobel Prize Museum and Exhibition Entry Ticket - Starting at Stortorget in Gamla Stan
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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 on Stortorget in Gamla Stan for a self-guided look at laureates, discoveries, peace efforts, and literature. Your ticket includes the special exhibition and daily English or Swedish tours. Allow 1 to 3 hours, depending on how many films and object stories you watch.

“Well organized and lots of information. Learnt a lot”

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Stockholm: SkyView Glass Gondola Ride - Checking in and watching the short film
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Stockholm: SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

11.SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

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

Take a 12-person glass gondola up the outside of Stockholm’s Avicii Arena, reaching 130 meters above the city. You’ll watch a short film first, then enjoy slow 360-degree views. English and Swedish staff assist, and the ride is wheelchair accessible.

“We didn’t have to queue so that was good and we had the gondola all to ourselves.”

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Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket - From bedroom experiments to worldwide success
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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 Sergelgatan 2, explore Tim Bergling’s life and Avicii’s music through recreated spaces, audio stations, unreleased tracks, DJ activities, VR, and touch displays. An English audio guide is included, but this is not a guided tour. Allow around two hours for a thoughtful visit.

“This experience was amazing so worth a visit if you are in Stockholm and you liked Avicci's sounds. our children also enjoyed they are 18 & 15. We particularly loved the booth with the VR headset and the room where you could experience being a DJ....I did it twice. The mock ups of Tim's bedroom etc were also fantastic.”

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Stockholm: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide - Entering Gamla Stan through its medieval lanes
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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, with stops at the German Church, Mårten Trotzigs Gränd, Stockholm Cathedral, Riddarholmen, and the Royal Palace. Guides such as Julia, Ben, Antonia, and Mikael bring the streets to life with history, local tips, and entertaining stories.

“Brilliant. Guide went in to great detail about facts and history of the surroundings.”

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Stockholm: Fotografiska Museum Entrance Ticket - The changing exhibitions decide your experience
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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 a full day of photography and visual art across 2,500 square meters. You can see changing exhibitions, eat at the bistro or restaurant, browse photo books and posters, and enjoy Baltic Sea views. Admission is $22, with no guided tour or food included.

“Great photo museum! I really had a good time here.”

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Stockholm: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Royal Opera, Royal Palace, and Old Town
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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

See Stockholm at your own pace on a 24 or 72-hour red or green sightseeing bus. Ride past the Royal Palace, Old Town, Vasa Museum, Skansen, City Hall, ABBA The Museum, and cruise terminals, with multilingual audio, free Wi-Fi, and an optional 55-minute boat trip.

“Stockholm is a big city and it was great to do the whole loop then decide where I wanted to explore. The people set up on the street with maps on their tables were very helpful and nice. The archipelago boat cruise was rather crowded, outside on the boat, and it was hard to hear what the live guide was saying, over people talking.”

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