A Day In Stockholm is a Stockholm City guide offering ideas on where to go, what to do and see, and where to eat and drink. This site is your one-stop source for all things related to visiting Stockholm. We are locals in Stockholm and are happy to share our tips and insights with you. We’ll tell you what you need to know both before and during your visit.
Which travel style are you?
Are you a meticulous planner who loves to dive into details before your trip? Or do you prefer to explore and be surprised as you go? Maybe you fall somewhere in the middle. No matter your travel style, we have something for everyone. Browser our many articles on a specific subject such as recommended restaurants and cafés, attractions, cultural activities, or suggested itineraries for a selected number of days.
Stockholm: A city of islands
The city is spread among 14 islands connected by several bridges. Stockholm has almost 100 museums, which collectively attract over 9 million visitors annually (this also means Stockholm has one of the highest density of museums in the world).
The city has more than 1,000 restaurants, ranging from high-end fine dining establishments to casual eateries and cafes. Stockholm also has a lot to offer for the culinary journey, with the traditional Nordic kitchen, the new Nordic cuisine as well as a diverse international food scene.
Additionally, the expansive archipelago, with multiple islands which you can visit, provides endless opportunities for exploration and adventure.
Why we created this site
Traveling is exciting but can be overwhelming—choosing where to stay, what to do, and where to eat. It’s easy to stick to the well-known tourist spots, eat at convenient nearby restaurants, and visit the typical attractions. While these are often worth your time (and we do recommend many of them on this site), there’s still much more to discover.
As locals in Stockholm we love to explore and experience what the city has to offer.
Even though some things may stay the same, Stockholm is constantly in motion and always changing. We enjoy discovering new places as well as revisiting old favorites. On the culinary side the city is always bursting with unique experiences such as, cozy cafés, upscale and casual restaurants, and a diverse range of cuisines. It’s also a city rich in culture, blending contemporary and historical art with a storied past.
Join us on a journey to explore and discover Stockholm’s many attractions, its multicultural supply of cuisines, all of its hidden and unhidden gems, and its eclectic and fascinating culture.