10 TOP Things to Do in Stockholm County September 2025

Most fun & popular experiences in Stockholm County

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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

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GoStockholm Highlights Private Tour by Golf Cart

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GoStockholm Highlights Private Tour by Golf Cart

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Stockholm: Land and Water Tour by Amphibious Bus

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Stockholm: Food Tour

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What to do in Stockholm County

Discover the most popular places to visit in Stockholm County

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.

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.

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.

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.

Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal

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

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.

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.

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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.

3Arena

Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Explore areas of Stockholm County

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Maria

While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Zinkensdamms IP, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.

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