Title: Things To Do in Central Sweden 2026: Top Attractions & Activities | Expedia.ca [Central Sweden Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Central-Sweden.dx6051605)[Hotels in Central Sweden](https://expedia.ca/Central-Sweden-Hotels.d6051605.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Central Sweden](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Sweden.d6051605.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Central Sweden Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Central-Sweden.d6051605.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central Sweden Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Central-Sweden.d6051605.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things To Do in Central Sweden, ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Central Sweden Types of activities Where to stay [Central Sweden travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Central-Sweden.dx6051605) ![Stockholm featuring boating, heritage architecture and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57719-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stockholm showing a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/225000/225926-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stockholm which includes modern architecture and cbd as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57732-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mosebacke Square featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155685-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tivoli Grona Lund showing rides as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57720-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Central Sweden Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Central Sweden 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 Central Sweden 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 Central Sweden 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. #### Central Sweden 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 Central Sweden. 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 Central Sweden attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Branas Ski Resort Get ready for an action-packed vacation of adventure sports at Branäs Ski Resort. This family-friendly resort has a snow-covered mountain with 27 slopes, runs of up to 1.9 miles (3 kilometers) long and a vertical drop of 1,361 feet (415 meters). Branäs Ski Resort has 19 lifts, including one of Sweden’s few gondola lifts, which provides quick access from the base area to the slopes. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Branas-Ski-Resort-Syssleback.d6220614.Vacation-Attraction) ![Branas Ski Resort showing snow, street scenes and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220614/ce953773-5672-41c7-bb1a-1d7619aed9ea.jpg) ### 2\. Gröna Lund Enjoy traditional amusement park attractions at Tivoli Gröna Lund. Ride roller coasters, explore haunted houses or take your sweetheart into the tunnel of love at this 200-year-old theme park. Watch fantastic concerts on the park’s stage and enjoy snacking on delicious fair food. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Grona-Lund-Central-Stockholm.d502886.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tivoli Grona Lund featuring rides as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502886/d5ba4af4-e779-4a3e-afdb-57953702954e.jpg) ### 3\. ABBA The Museum With fun and intriguing costumes, songs and memorabilia, ABBA The Museum celebrates one of Sweden’s most famous and iconic exports of all time. The stories of Frida, Björn, Benny and Agnetha are told by their own voices and perspectives in this interactive museum. Find out everything about the band, from their humble beginnings to the gradual break-up. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/ABBA-The-Museum-Central-Stockholm.d6279317.Vacation-Attraction) ![ABBA The Museum showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6279317/75e76e13-d50f-4a0a-bc55-12b086223b2d.jpg) ### 4\. Skansen At the Skansen museum you can learn about five centuries of rural traditions and social life in Sweden, spot wildlife native to Scandinavia and take part in Christmas and Midsummer celebrations. Between 1833 and 1901, Artur Hazelius purchased 150 historical Swedish buildings and relocated them to Stockholm’s Djurgården Island. Opened in 1891, this is one of the world’s oldest outdoor museums. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Skansen-Central-Stockholm.d502899.Vacation-Attraction) ![Skansen featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502899/13476dfc-bd43-49ca-b07e-4aefbab93061.jpg) ### 5\. Kungsberget Ski Resort Kungsberget Ski Resort is a large and welcoming Swedish ski area. With 18 runs, 10 lifts, a vertical drop of 650 feet (200 meters) and a mile-long (1.7-kilometer) trail, the resort presents challenges for both first-time and experienced skiers. Discover a well-groomed snow park, complete with a mix of boxes, jumps and rails. The snow-covered terrain is ideal for practicing your freestyling skills or watching seasoned skiers perform impressive tricks. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Kungsberget-Ski-Resort-Jarbo.d6175693.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kungsberget Ski Resort which includes snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6175693/f37a4597-2aab-4b0c-8b48-3594000dee6d.jpg) ### 6\. Stockholm Palace Stockholm Royal Palace (Stockholms Slott) is a Baroque-style palace located in Stockholm’s Old Town. Built in the 1700s, today it’s an official residence of the Swedish royal family. Visit the seven-floor palace to explore some of the 600 rooms, find a collection of Italian sculptures and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Stockholm-Palace-Central-Stockholm.d502888.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stockholm Palace showing heritage architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502888/3cf708ac-6a89-4bc4-a91c-0aba12913e1f.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Central Sweden | Number of things to do | 170 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Stockholm Secret Treasures A Self Guided Nordic Adventure](/things-to-do/stockholm-secret-treasures-a-self-guided-nordic-adventure.a49691261.activity-details): CA $5 | | Top 5 things to do | [Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide](/things-to-do/stockholm-archipelago-cruise-with-guide.a1123901.activity-details)[Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum](/things-to-do/go-city-stockholm-all-inclusive-pass-with-40-attractions.a5092527.activity-details)[Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride](/things-to-do/stockholm-viking-museum-exhibition-and-viking-ride.a4622652.activity-details)[Stockholm: Paradox Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/stockholm-paradox-museum-admission-ticket.a48335162.activity-details)[Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket](/things-to-do/stockholm-avicii-experience-skip-the-line-entrance-ticket.a48125140.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide](/things-to-do/stockholm-archipelago-cruise-with-guide.a1123901.activity-details)[Stockholm: Paradox Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/stockholm-paradox-museum-admission-ticket.a48335162.activity-details)[Stockholm: Old Town Historical Walking Tour](/things-to-do/stockholm-old-town-2-hour-guided-walking-tour-historical.a47979887.activity-details)[Stockholm: Secrets of Gamla Stan Guided Tour w/ Fika Option](/things-to-do/stockholm-gamla-stan-secrets-and-old-town-walking-tour.a47960748.activity-details)[Stockholm Winter Boat Tour with Guide](/things-to-do/stockholm-winter-boat-tour-with-guide.a50374473.activity-details) | | With kids | [Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide](/things-to-do/stockholm-archipelago-cruise-with-guide.a1123901.activity-details)[Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum](/things-to-do/go-city-stockholm-all-inclusive-pass-with-40-attractions.a5092527.activity-details)[Stockholm: The Viking Museum Exhibition and Viking Ride](/things-to-do/stockholm-viking-museum-exhibition-and-viking-ride.a4622652.activity-details)[Stockholm: Paradox Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/stockholm-paradox-museum-admission-ticket.a48335162.activity-details)[Stockholm: Avicii Experience Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket](/things-to-do/stockholm-avicii-experience-skip-the-line-entrance-ticket.a48125140.activity-details) | ## What to do in Central Sweden --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Sweden ![Avicii Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/86c3e148a22cfe8ce7235896ec984a02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Avicii Arena 4.5/5(4 reviews) Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Ericsson-Globe-Stockholm.d502915.Vacation-Attraction) ![Branas Ski Resort showing snow, street scenes and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149009-Branas-Ski-Resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Branas Ski Resort Ski and snowboard in winter. Return in summer to bike, hike and go rafting at this resort set amid the scenic landscapes of Sweden’s Värmland province. [](https://expedia.ca/Branas-Ski-Resort-Syssleback.d6220614.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tivoli Grona Lund which includes rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57919-Tivoli-Grona-Lund.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gröna Lund 4/5(7 reviews) See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island. [](https://expedia.ca/Grona-Lund-Central-Stockholm.d502886.Vacation-Attraction) ![ABBA The Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/344000/344930-Abba-The-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ABBA The Museum 4/5(20 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/ABBA-The-Museum-Central-Stockholm.d6279317.Vacation-Attraction) ![Skansen](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/344000/344469-Sweden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skansen 4.5/5(35 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Skansen-Central-Stockholm.d502899.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kungsberget Ski Resort which includes snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/148000/148995-Kungsberget-Ski-Resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kungsberget Ski Resort Beginners and families enjoy snow sports at this friendly ski resort in winter. Summer months offer opportunities to bike, hike and spot wildlife. [](https://expedia.ca/Kungsberget-Ski-Resort-Jarbo.d6175693.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stockholm Royal Palace which includes a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/155000/155694-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stockholm Palace 4.5/5(61 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Palace-Central-Stockholm.d502888.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stockholm Viking Terminal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/c987dffde71376b3426d8b7a0108f962.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Viking-Terminal-Stockholm.d6213295.Vacation-Attraction) ![Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/178dac7ef3645d20de3b898e0f588c79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal 4/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Vartahamnen-Ferry-Terminal-Central-Stockholm.d6177942.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Central Sweden ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/344000/344791-Riddarholmen.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Stockholm Stockholm City Centre, divided into Kungsholmen, Södermalm, Norrmalm, and Östermalm boroughs, offers a diverse urban experience in Sweden's capital. Explore each area for a unique vibe and attractions. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Central-Stockholm.dx6152131) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/344000/344858-Norrmalm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Norrmalm 4.5/5(127 area reviews) Stockholm Syndrome was first coined in this district graced with architectural grandeur and innovative museums, and peppered with parks, waterways and an island. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Norrmalm.dx179805) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/344000/344902-Gamla-Stan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gamla Stan 4.5/5(34 area reviews) Medieval alleyways, cobbled streets, and North German-influenced architecture define this historic area, home to notable landmarks like Stockholm Palace and the Nobel Museum. Dine at Den gyldene freden, one of the world's oldest restaurants, and discover the tiny "Järnpojken" statue. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Gamla-Stan.dx6052781) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/344000/344854-Ostermalm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Östermalm 4.5/5(15 area reviews) Central Stockholm's Östermalm boasts the country's highest housing prices and is home to attractions like the Royal Dramatic Theatre and Maritime Museum. Easily accessible via metro lines 13, 14, and suburban railway 27, 28, 29\. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Ostermalm.dx179802) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/65ebb9583a2f809d892e7beba5d892f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vasastan 5/5(3 area reviews) Central Stockholm's Vasastan district boasts major parks like Vasaparken and Observatorielunden, and stunning architecture, from Neo-Renaissance residential buildings to Art Nouveau structures in Birkastaden. Explore the calm Atlas Area, contrasting with its bustling surroundings, and enjoy the hilly Röda bergen area. [](https://expedia.ca/Stockholm-Vasastan.dx179792) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f0a524f8bc214c25d2628c531a967d0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hammarby Sjöstad The museums and cafes make Hammarby Sjöstad worth a stop. Make a stop by Hammarbybacken Ski Area, and jump on the metro at Sickla Udde Tram Stop to get around the area. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Central Sweden ![Harjedalen](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/219000/219371-Harjedalen.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sveg ![Gavle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/219000/219377-Gavle-Gavleborg.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gävle ![Hudiksvall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/13854b46612598555148b7a8a3ec58fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hudiksvall ![Karlstad](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/219000/219354-Karlstad-Varm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Karlstad ![Mora](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/219000/219355-Mora-Dal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mora ![Stockholm showing heritage architecture, a marina and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57718-Stockholm.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Stockholm ![Vasteras](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/15c70e872056d64d9d69e793067bc407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vasteras ![Lidingo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/fb38e37703d53054ff94f41a0e2e5be3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lidingo ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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