10 Days in Stockholm: A Journey through History and Culture

Yan Huang

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Stockholm, Sweden. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this captivating city. From world-class museums to picturesque parks, each day promises unforgettable experiences. Get ready to explore ancient marvels, indulge in delicious cuisine, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Stockholm

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Swedish History: Swedish History Museum, Vasa Museum, and More

$94

$ 4

Displays including the Viking era & the Middle Ages, including a gold room & ecclesiastical art.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

Directions

Museum for well-preserved, 17th-century warship, Vasa, that sank on her maiden voyage in 1628.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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$28

13 - 16 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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Exhibits about the history of the Nobel Prize & the significant contributions made by its winners.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$15

Day 2Captivating Art and Music: Fotografiska, ABBA The Museum, and Skansen

$101

$ 4

Museum in a brick-built, former customs house with a contemporary photography exhibition program.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$23

17 - 21 min

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Collection of the pop group's memorabilia & interactive exhibits, including a studio & dance floor.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$31

6 - 9 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

8 - 11 min

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Open-air Swedish history museum, with buildings, people in costume & a zoo with Nordic animals.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$25

Day 3Discovering Hidden Gems: Stockholm City Museum, Army Museum, and Docklands

$79

$ 12

Artifacts, art & photo exhibitions in an elegant museum documenting the city's history & people.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

8 - 10 min

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Army museum exhibiting Swedish military uniforms & weapons from the 16th century to the present day.

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$23

18 - 22 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$22

31 - 38 min

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Major gallery of 20th-century Scandinavian & French art in a wealthy art patron's former residence.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$19

Day 4Technological Wonders and Nordic Heritage: Museum of Technology, Nordiska museet, and Junibacken

$84

$ 4

Interactive science & technology museum with family-friendly exhibits, a library & archives.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$19

6 - 8 min

Directions

Displays on native traditions & trends in home decor & fashion, plus festivals & events.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

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$23

9 - 14 min

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Glashuset är ett modernt brasserie som kommer att erbjuda rolig, spännande och vällagad mat med höga smaker.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

11 - 16 min

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Fun park devoted to young children's literature with a theater, a train & a playhouse, plus parties.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$19

Day 5Thrills and Tastes: Gröna Lund, Barrels Burgers & Beer, and House of Nobility

$64

$ 4

Seasonal amusement park with roller coasters & thrill rides, competitive games & live concerts.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

14 - 17 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$26

5 - 8 min

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Grand 17th-century house & great hall for meetings of the nobility, featuring 2,330 coats of arms.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Artistic Treasures and Royal Landmarks: Nationalmuseum, The Hallwyl Museum, and Storkyrkan

$87

Museum of painting, sculpture, design, applied & graphic art from the Middle Ages to the present.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

8 - 11 min

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Art & artifacts collected by Countess Wilhelmina von Hallwyl and displayed in her former home.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

8 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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City-center park with a winter ice rink, concerts & events, art galleries, restaurants & cafes.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Brick Gothic cathedral known as the Great Church, with artifacts & an iconic statue of St. George.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$13

Day 7Nature's Serenity and Artistic Delights: Hagaparken, Sven-Harry Art museum, and The Dance Museum

$67

$ 8

Large, popular park on a lake with architecturally significant structures & pavilions.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

Art gallery with modern & classical exhibits, plus tours of the owner's home & rooftop terrace.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

10 - 12 min

Directions

Above the earth, below the sky. Nordic-Japanese cuisine and drinks crafted with joy.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$29

3 - 4 min

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Collection of international art, costumes & masks, plus revolving exhibitions & performances.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$19

Day 8Museums and Gardens: Millesgården Museum, Museum of Natural History, and Gamla Orangeriet

$65

$ 4

Museum with sculpture park showcasing Carl Milles' art, plus antiques-filled house & indoor gallery.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$23

11 - 14 min

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Natural history exhibits from dinosaur fossils to animal specimens, with interactive climate zone.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$23

9 - 14 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$20

Day 9Artistic Journeys and Royal Splendor: Bonniers konsthall, Drottningholm Palace, and Drottningholms Slottsteater

$87

$ 12

Modern, glass-fronted contemporary art museum, with temporary group & solo exhibitions, plus a cafe.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

Well-preserved 1600s royal residence, with a Chinese Pavilion pleasure palace, theater & gardens.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$31

13 - 16 min

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Thai Food Take Away (Pissamai Thai Food)

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

13 - 16 min

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Conserved UNESCO heritage listed opera house & theater built in 1766 & offering backstage tours.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$31

Day 10Regal Grandeur and Medieval Marvels: The Royal Palace, Stockholm Medieval Museum, and Medelhavsmuseet

$113

Baroque-style royal palace with 3 museums & a vast library. Admission fee can include a guided tour.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$19

5 - 8 min

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Multimedia presentations & artifacts of the medieval era including a market, workshops & church.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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National stage for opera & ballet productions in a 19th-century theater with a lavish interior.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$31

5 - 8 min

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Ancient Greek & Roman antiquities, plus Egyptian mummies & Islamic artworks in a high-tech museum.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$23

Budget breakdown: $886 In total

Activities & Food:$837

Transport:$50