Stockholm County Holiday Packages

Stockholm Holiday Packages

Spread out over 14 islands connected by 57 bridges, Sweden's capital city Stockholm, is aptly nicknamed “The Venice of the North.” With cutting-edge architecture and design, nightlife that rivals London and Berlin and no less than three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Stockholm is one of Europe's most fascinating cities.

Things to Do in Stockholm

An excellent way to start your trip is with a tour around the labyrinth of alleyways in Gamla Stan, Stockholm's Old Town. Start in the cultural hub Stortorget Square, where you can witness the changing of the guards in front of Stockholm Palace. Then, ditch the map and explore the cafes, art galleries and boutiques that line the cobblestone streets. The Old District is also home to the Nobel Museum, the Post Museum and the Royal Coin Cabinet however, Stockholm's most showstopping museum is the Vasa, which displays one of the most well-preserved Viking ships in the world.

When the museums close down, claim a riverside spot on the island park of Djurgarden and mull over your newfound knowledge. Public transportation such as ferries, underground trains and buses run on a frequent and punctual schedule, but for true freedom to travel where and when you want, book one of Wotif’s Stockholm car hire options.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife

Shopping is a popular Swedish pastime, and the city's uber cool trendsetters hit the vintage stores in SoFo. If you're more haute couture than hipster, the designer boutiques around Samuelsgatan and Biblioteksgatan are worth a look. Fancy taking home some Scandinavian-style homewares? The pedestrianised Drottninggatan Street is where you'll find the best Stockholm deals: minimalist decorative items at surprisingly affordable prices.

Stockholm was one of the first passengers on the clean-eating bandwagon, so juice bars, raw food cafes and organic supermarkets are speckled throughout the trendiest of neighbourhoods. The best way to get a foodie fix is at Ostermalms Saluhull. Originally founded in 1888, this indoor market is straight out of a film set, and is filled with fresh local produce and a smorgasbord of Swedish dishes just waiting to be devoured. Swedes love their sweets, so top off your meal with chokladboll: a buttery cocoa, vanilla and oatmeal ball coated in coconut flakes.

Make sure you fill up before heading to town, as the food will help to sponge up some of the super-strength spirits that are popular here, such as the herb-infused Aquavit. The mega clubs found in the Stureplan District are buzzing with energy, so no matter what night of the week you visit, there is sure to be a party. If you want a chill night out, it doesn’t have to be boring: “jazz” it up with live music near the waterfront.

What's Next?

Up for some Stockholm sightseeing? Wotif makes it easy to find and book our Stockholm holiday packages. You can score cheap holidays in Stockholm and the best prices on Sweden holidays when you mix and match flights and accommodation. Listen to your holiday self—browse through our Stockholm packages today and you could soon be jetting off to Sweden.