The Stockholm archipelago has around 30,000 islands, islets, and skerries, but most of them are small and uninhabited. Public ferries operated by Waxholmsbolaget serve more than 200 piers across the archipelago, making many islands reachable even without a car or private boat.
Knowing which islands to visit, how to get there, and what to do when you arrive is still half the challenge when planning a trip to the archipelago. That is what this map is for.
What it covers
The map focuses on the islands reachable by public ferry from Stockholm. It covers the inner, middle, and outer archipelago..
The inner archipelago, including islands like Fjäderholmarna and Vaxholm, is where most day-trippers head, with frequent connections and short travel times. The middle archipelago, with islands such as Möja, Ingmarsö, and Finnhamn, requires a bit more planning but gives you a quieter and more spacious archipelago experience. The outer archipelago, with islands such as by Sandhamn and Landsort, is where the landscape opens up toward the Baltic sea, and where the sailing crowd gathers in summer.
Each island entry includes a short description of its character, what it is best known for, and the practical information you need to plan your visit. The map is updated each season but does not aim to be exhaustive. The archipelago is simply too large for that. Think of it as a curated starting point rather than a complete directory.
How to use it
Click any island on the map to see what makes it worth visiting: highlights, character, and what to expect when you get there. Use the filter toggles to show the things you are interested in: beaches, restaurants, jetties, or places to stay.
The pier filter is especially useful for trip planning. It shows you where ferries actually stop, so you can cross-reference with the Waxholmsbolaget schedule before you go. Ferry routes and departure times change seasonally, and some piers are served only a few times a day. Always verify current timetables directly at waxholmsbolaget.se before heading out.
Why we built it
The Stockholm archipelago is one of the most beautiful places in the world, but planning a visit can be surprisingly difficult. Information is scattered across ferry company websites, travel blogs and word of mouth, and many people simply learn how it works by going there. Even for us as Stockholm locals, it can be hard to know where to go and how to get there unless you visit often.
We built this map to bring it all together in one place: the islands, the jetties, the beaches, and the best spots to eat and stay. The goal is to make the archipelago feel approachable for first-time visitors and useful for locals looking to discover somewhere new.
About us
This map is built and maintained by A Day in Stockholm, an independent travel guide to the Swedish capital, written for visitors who want to go beyond the most obvious sights. We cover Stockholm’s districts, restaurants, museums, day trips and the archipelago in depth.If you are new to the site, our Welcome to Stockholm guide is a good place to start.
