It can be pretty tough visiting a new city, or country. You’re not sure where to eat, what to see, or even where to stay. Well I’m here to change all of that with my handy guides! They’re full of tips, tricks, and the best places to go. So stop worrying about how you’re going to make the most of your time in a new place; here are my recommendations for spending 24 hours in Stockholm, Sweden!
24 Hours in Stockholm
- Stay at Hobo Hotel
- The modern, design-centric hotel is placed directly in the centre of Stockholm, making it a great hub during your stay.
- Breakfast pastries
- You can hardly visit Sweden without sampling some of their famous pastries. Bröd & Salt bakery has stores across the capital, and offers some of the most delicious. My tip: try Mandelbulle – it’s like a cinnamon roll had a baby with an almond croissant.
- Visit the museums
- Most of the museums are conveniently located next to each other in Stockholm. Skansen is an open air museum which offers a glimpse at Swedish culture – including lots of cute animals – whilst the Moderna Museet includes the works of Dali, Matisse…and Beyonce?
- Stroll through old town
- Gamla Stan is Stockholm’s old town, and it’s full of picturesque buildings and streets.
- Go local for lunch
- You have to try the local delicacies whilst in Sweden. My recommendations are the bountiful seafood, and the open sandwiches, or both! There’s Drop Coffee Roasters, Green Rabbit and B.A.R to name a few.
- Shop Scandinavian
- The Swedes are known for being stylish, so why not shop at some of the best designers out there? Lifestyle stores such as Grandpa are aplenty, but for those who prefer their designers all in one place there’s NK Stockholm and Åhléns.
- Splash out on dinner
- Where better to sample Neo-Nordic cuisine than Stockholm? Kagges offers a reasonably priced tasting menu made with local, seasonal ingredients. The flavours are stunning, as is the presentation and care that goes into each dish.
- Have a nightcap at Hobo
- Hobo hotel have a cool bar with a DJ, which is frequented by Stockholm natives, as well as guests.
Hints & Tips for 24 Hours in Stockholm:
- Don’t bring cash!
- Stockholm is a cash-free society, so much so that you’ll find ‘card only’ signs in most restaurants and stores across the capital.
- Reserve a table
- Like most capitals, Stockholm has a thriving restaurant scene, so it’s best to try and make reservations before you arrive.
Well there you have it, my travel guide to 24 Hours in Stockholm!
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