What to do in Alta

Activities, attractions and tours

Alta Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Alta has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Alta is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Alta to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Alta Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Alta.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Alta attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.2 out of 10 with 579 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $55 per adult
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Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure

Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $5 per adult
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Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm

Evening Wildlife Safari with Campfire Dinner from Stockholm

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 33 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $211 per adult
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Stockholm: Food Tour

Stockholm: Food Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 82 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $160 per adult
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Stockholm Archipelago Guided Tour on Historic Ship with Fika

Stockholm Archipelago Guided Tour on Historic Ship with Fika

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $46 per adult
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Avicii Arena

Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

Avicii Arena
Gröna Lund

Gröna Lund

See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.

Gröna Lund
ABBA The Museum

ABBA The Museum

Admire costumes and step inside replicas of recording studios to sing alongside holograms of the Dancing Queen icons. If the phone rings, pick it up.

ABBA The Museum
Skansen

Skansen

Experience Sweden’s rural traditions and spot almost 300 animal species at the zoo and aquarium that are part of one of the world’s oldest outdoor museums.

Skansen
Stockholm Blick auf Viking LIne Terminal

Stockholm Viking Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Stockholm Viking Terminal
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3Arena

Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

3Arena
Stockholm Palace

Stockholm Palace

Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.

Stockholm Palace
Vasa Museum

Vasa Museum

Visit the wreck of a Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage. Learn about the ship’s history and discover artifacts recovered from Stockholm’s harbor.

Vasa Museum
Stockholm, Sweden The rooftops of Kungsholmen at dawn and the church at Odenplan, Gustav Vasa Church

Odenplan Square

You can learn about the history of Stockholm with a visit to Odenplan Square. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Odenplan Square

 

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Day trip destinations from Alta

Stockholm, Sweden A man stands in a small lookout platform in the suburb of Saltsjobaden looking out over the bay.

Saltsjobaden

Stockholm

Stockholm

The dramatic statue

Trangsund

Tyresö Castle near Stockholm in Sweden

Tyreso

Sweden, Stockholm, the autumn city park of Bagarmossen

Skarpnäck

Frequently asked questions

Is Alta worth visiting?
Providing a blend of nature and walking trails, there's no shortage of things to do in Alta. While you're here, visit Gröna Lund, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Alta?
Kick your day off with a visit to Gröna Lund and Skansen. Then, check out different parts of Alta for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Alta?
Gröna Lund is one of the top tourist attractions in Alta and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Alta?
You can easily tour leading attractions like Gröna Lund, Skansen and Stockholm Palace with a three-day getaway in Alta. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Stockholm.
Is Alta a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Alta is a good destination to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Hellasgarden Park and Erstavik Nature Reserve. Then take a stroll through Skarpnäck, located 2 kilometres from the centre, and Bagarmossen, which is roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Alta with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, a schedule filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Check out our ideas for what to do in Alta with kids.
What to do in Alta for adults?
Avicii Arena and 3Arena are just a couple of the things to do in Alta. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Alta?
One of the simplest ways to find free things to do in Alta is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without opening your wallet. Museum of Modern Art is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.