Tyresö Palace

Exterior of Tyresö Palace in Stockholm, Sweden.

Tyresö Palace (Tyresö slott) is a palace in the southern Stockholm suburb, Tyresö. The palace is a good example of Swedish Renaissance architecture and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape that includes gardens, parks, and views of the nearby archipelago.  Constructed in the early 17th century by Gabriel Oxenstierna, a prominent Swedish statesman and member … Read more

Fjäderholmarna Islands

Areal view of walking road and coast at Fjäderholmarna Island outside of Stockholm Sweden.

Last updated: 7 December, 2025 Fjäderholmarna Islands are the nearest islands in Stockholm’s archipelago. From the harbor Nybrokajen, which is easily accessible in the Östermalm district in central Stockholm, a 30 minute boat ride will take you right to the Fjäderholmarna Islands. Although the place is called the Fjäderholmarna Islands, and there are four islands … Read more

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