Guide to getting to Stockholm Archipelago by ferry

Wake and Swedish flag trailing behind a Waxholmsbolaget ferry, with wooded rocky islands of the archipelago ahead

To get to the Stockholm Archipelago by ferry, depart from Strömkajen or Strandvägen using operators like Waxholmsbolaget (public transit) or Strömma (tourist boats). Public ferries require no advance booking—simply show up at the dock and board. Most visitors to Stockholm don’t realize that some of Sweden’s most beautiful nature begins just 30 minutes away by … Read more

Travel to Stockholm by boat

A large ferry approaches Stockholm's waterfront, viewed from the deck of another boat

Stockholm is surrounded by water and a large archipelago, making it an excellent location for arriving by boat. The city has many harbors, with several located in the central city. In summer, more boat options become available as cruise companies increase their capacity from June to August.  Cruise ships Tallink Silja Line Tallink Silja Line … Read more

Getting around Stockholm: A guide to public transport

A tram at T-centralen, Stockholm, Sweden.

The easiest way to get around Stockholm is a mix of walking and public transport. The city centre is compact, so you can walk between Gamla stan, Norrmalm and Södermalm, and for longer trips one SL ticket covers the metro, buses, trams, commuter trains and the city ferries. We’re two Stockholm locals, and this guide … Read more