Central Sweden
Travel Guide
Visit Central Sweden
Where to stay in Central Sweden
Central Stockholm
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Royal Swedish Opera and Nordiska Kompaniet, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Norrmalm
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Drottninggatan to Hotorget Square – discover Norrmalm, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Gamla Stan
If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Gamla stan T-Bana to see more of the city.
Östermalm
Travellers choose Östermalm for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Östermalm Market Hall.
Vasastan
Vasastan is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Odenplan Square or Rorstrandsgatan.
Maria
While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Zinkensdamms IP, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.
Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal
The property is right outside the airport. They have a nice breakfast starting at 3 am for early flights. The room is very basic but perfect for sleeping before or after a flight. Very nice airport hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Downtown Camper by Scandic
Really enjoyed a two night weekend stay here. The hotel has such a strong aesthetic so if you like the photos, you’ll love it throughout. The room is so cosy, I loved the window seat for ready and the bed was so comfortable. It’s easy to link the TV to devices. The bathroom was great. Even at peak ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Birger Jarl
Room was very clean but i believe the greatest strength of the hotel, is it staff! They are super! My wife wasn’t well and they helped to try make us as comfortable as possible. We really appreciated it! It’s also very well located as it’s about a 5 or 6 min walk from the line 19 station and in 20 ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Biz Apartment Gärdet
It's an OK option. Only about 20 minutes by public transport from the central part, in a quiet residential area. Our room was spacious, bed linen clean. The window was small and overlooking other parts of the building and a boring roof. Unfortunately, air-conditioning was stuck on 22 degrees, which ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Biz Apartment Hammarby Sjostad
Staff were helpful, room clean and comfortable, location great!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Biz Apartment Bromma
Really clean, bed very comfortable. Nothing bad to say + perfect location (right next to a tram stop)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Avicii Arena
Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Stockholm sightseeing Hop on Hop off bus ticket
Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide
Stockholm Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes Vasa Museum
Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town
