Skokloster Castle

A room of white statues in Skokloster Castle. Stockholm, Sweden.

Skokloster Castle (Skoklosters slott) is a baroque castle between Stockholm and Uppsala. The name comes from the village located here called Sko, and the former nearby monastery (“kloster” in Swedish). The castle was built on land once belonging to the medieval Sko Abbey, which is how it got its name which translates to the Castle … Read more

Stockholm City Museum

Top down miniature model of Stockholm Sweden. At Stockholm City Museum.

The Stockholm City Museum (Stadsmuseet) gives a glimpse into Stockholm’s history, culture, and urban development, and is one of the few Stockholm museums with free admission. It has several exhibitions covering various aspects of Stockholm’s history, from medieval times to the present day. You will discover how Stockholm’s architecture has evolved and transformed its urban … Read more

Best pizza in Stockholm

Pizza slices at 800 Grader Slice Shop

It’s no secret that Stockholmers love their pizza. The city offers many options, from cozy neighborhood pizzerias with a more Swedish twist (such as Kebab or Hawaii pizzas) to upscale restaurants serving classic Italian style pizzas. Many pizzerias in Stockholm have created their own spin on the traditional Italian pizza, resulting in a delightful Swedish-Italian … Read more

STHLM Brunch Club

Fried eggs and sliced avocado on plate on table. Lunch at STHLM Brunch Club in Stockholm Sweden.

If you have a bit of a sweet tooth and enjoy brunch STHLM Brunch Club might be the place for you. They do however also serve healthier, and less sugary, options. The restaurant opened in 2015, and has become a popular place to visit especially on the weekends. As the name suggests this is all … Read more

Hermans

Entrance to Restaurant Hermans in Stockholm

Hermans is a vegan restaurant known for their large vegan buffet and their barbecue events. The restaurant overlooks the water above the harbor Stadsgårdhamnen, in the Södermalm district. It has a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, with indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor terrace is particularly popular during the warmer months. One of the standout features … Read more

Hallwyl Museum

The Hallwyl Museum (Hallwylska museet) offers a glimpse into the life of Swedish aristocracy from the turn of the 20th century. The museum itself is the former private residence of Count and Countess Walther and Wilhelmina von Hallwyl. The building, which was constructed between 1893 and 1898, offers a rare and well-preserved look into the … Read more

Pas d’Art

A plate of food at Restaurant Pas d'Art in Stockholm

Pas d’Art is one of the newest restaurants on the shopping street, Biblioteksgatan. The menu includes a range of options from seafood and meat dishes to vegetarian choices. The menu is a mix of European dishes and international influences. Dishes vary from pasta, to meat and a variety of seafood dishes such as grilled fish, … Read more

Liljevalchs Stockholm gallery

Ceramics art at Liljevalchs. Two humorous models of deep water fishes with cartoonish looking faces.

Liljevalchs is an art gallery showcasing contemporary art. It’s located on Djurgården close to other major attractions, making it convenient to include in a day of sightseeing. If you have an interest in contemporary art and culture it’s definitely worth a visit. The art gallery is renowned for its exhibitions of contemporary art, featuring works … Read more

Nobel Prize Museum

Human sized doll of a girl flying at the Nobel Prize Museum in Stockholm

At the Nobel Prize Museum you will learn a lot about Alfred Nobel, the Nobel Prize and many of the discoveries and people who have received the Nobel Prize through the years. You’ll find the museum right on the central square Stortorget in Gamla stan (the Old Town). The historic building was originally a stock … Read more