{"id":2027874,"date":"2026-07-05T05:00:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T02:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2027874"},"modified":"2026-07-05T05:00:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-05T02:00:53","slug":"stockholm-travel-guide-sunsets-fika-and-island-swimming-in-the-stunning-archipelago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2027874","title":{"rendered":"Stockholm travel guide: Sunsets, fika and island swimming in the stunning archipelago"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/82\/02\/25\/1200x675_cmsv2_a6ecce12-8870-57f0-a9bf-6eed909b65b5-9820225.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"abe-2907357-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1 the-media-object--has-video\" data-nid=\"2907357\" data-cid=\"9825664\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2907357-label-pos1-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\">\n<p>      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/82\/54\/77\/189x106_cmsv2_721d0ecf-1b7a-5ee0-8e09-1ee4f3542b94-9825477.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Latest news bulletin | July 5th, 2026 \u2013 Morning\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/p>\n<p>                      <span class=\"c-icon-video the-media-object__icon\"><\/span><br \/>\n            <\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Top News Stories Today<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Latest news bulletin | July 5th, 2026 \u2013 Morning\n  <\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article id=\"abe-2906960-pos2-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object m-modeMobile-1 m-modeDesktop-1 m-modeXL-1\" data-nid=\"2906960\" data-cid=\"9823790\" data-part-label=\"Partner content\">\n<figure id=\"abe-2906960-label-pos2-c-latest-stories\" class=\"the-media-object__figure\">\n<p>      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"the-media-object__image\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/82\/37\/90\/189x106_cmsv2_08ddd015-4096-5f19-be21-c19a1ae3fb19-9823790.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Solar panels on an active railway track in Switzerland\" height=\"9\" width=\"16\"><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__content\">\n                    Earth News<\/p>\n<div class=\"the-media-object__title  \">\n<p>    Switzerland\u2019s solar railway has been a success. 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\/>\n              Vaxholm is regarded as the \u2018capital of the archipelago\u2019<br \/>\n                    <span class=\"u-color-white\">&#8211;\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n                              <span class=\"c-article-caption__copyright\">Copyright\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n          <span class=\"c-article-caption__credit\">Mike Starling\/Euronews Travel<\/span><br \/>\n                          <\/span><\/p>\n<p>  <\/i>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-article-image-copyright c-article-image-copyright--novideo\">\n      Copyright\u00a0Mike Starling\/Euronews Travel\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"helper-site-container o-article-immersive__content u-article-content\">\n<div class=\"c-article-image-copyright c-article-image-copyright--novideo\">\n      Copyright\u00a0Mike Starling\/Euronews Travel\n  <\/div>\n<header class=\"h-grid o-article-immersive__header\">\n<nav aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\" class=\"c-article-breadcrumbs\">\n<div id=\"adb-article-breadcrumb\" 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In this guide to Stockholm, Mike Starling goes chasing sunsets, gets a taste of fika, and goes wild swimming on a charming island in the archipelago.<br \/>\n    <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-article-content c-article-content--travel js-article-content\">\n<p>If you\u2019ve been following the latest travel trends and are seeking a &#8220;coolcation&#8221; in 2026, then you can&#8217;t get much cooler than Stockholm. <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-mobile-only\">\n<div data-ad-id=\"adzone-position\" data-ad-type=\"classic\" class=\"c-ad__adzone advertising mobile-content-1\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><br \/>\n          <span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-ad u-show-for-desktop\">\n<div data-ad-id=\"adzone-position\" data-ad-type=\"classic\" class=\"c-ad__adzone advertising adzone-block content-1\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-ad__placeholder\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-ad__placeholder__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/website\/images\/logos\/logo-euronews-stacked-outlined-72x72-grey-9.svg\" width=\"72\" height=\"72\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><br \/>\n          <span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Not only is Sweden&#8217;s capital city cool(er) in temperature, but it\u2019s also a very cool place to hang out for a weekend or short city break.<\/p>\n<p>Surrounded by 30,000 islands, Stockholm is an ideal destination for outdoor adventures this summer. <\/p>\n<p>From exploring on foot and two wheels to boarding a ferry and heading further afield, Stockholm&#8217;s stunning archipelago offers endless opportunities for walking, hiking, kayaking, and wild swimming, all within easy reach of the city.<\/p>\n<div id=\"connatix-container-disabled\" class=\"connatix-container\">\n<div id=\"connatix-player-disabled\" data-ad-name=\"connatix\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Chasing sunsets and summer city walks in Stockholm<\/h2>\n<p>Sweden \u2013 the land of ABBA, IKEA, the Nobel prize, and Pippi Longstocking \u2013 is not short on attractions and places to go. Even during winter, which is the time of year that I had previously visited, there\u2019s plenty to see and do.<\/p>\n<p>But what is Sweden, and Stockholm, like in the summer? In a few words: it\u2019s one of Europe\u2019s bright spots, as it never really gets that dark. <\/p>\n<p>Visiting this time at the end of June, the sunrise was at around 3.30 am and the sunset at around 10 pm. The long summer days mean you\u2019ll get even more time to discover this city and its islands. <\/p>\n<p>Landing at Stockholm Arlanda Airport at just after 2 pm and arriving in our hotel before 4 pm, we had a good six hours before sunset on the first day of our 48-hour city break. <\/p>\n<p>So, with that in mind, we put on our comfy walking shoes and headed out on foot. <\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-extended widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.5625\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/82\/02\/25\/1280x719_cmsv2_47064aaa-9b8c-5bda-b57c-38e808753a25-9820225.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset at around 10 pm from L\u00e5ngholmen in Stockholm\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n                        <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><br \/>\n                            <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Sunset at around 10 pm from L\u00e5ngholmen in Stockholm<\/span><br \/>\n                                    <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Mike Starling\/Euronews Travel<\/span><br \/>\n                        <\/span><br \/>\n                    <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Staying in the central Norrmalm district, we ventured to the iconic Gamla Stan old town before heading to the trendy neighbourhood of S\u00f6dermalm. Here you can find a scenic waterside path that\u2019s perfect for walking and cycling. <\/p>\n<p>Crossing over to the island of L\u00e5ngholmen, its park offers an elevated vantage point for sunset with great views of the city and water. We were able to take a seat on the rocks and enjoy watching the sun start to set. <\/p>\n<p>With dusk setting in \u2013 well, I say dusk, but as previously mentioned it never really gets that dark here \u2013 we continued our walk over the V\u00e4sterbron Bridge and back through the park at R\u00e5lambshovsparken. Even after 10 pm, it felt like an afternoon with people having picnics and kids running around. <\/p>\n<p>From R\u00e5lambshovsparken, we followed the waterside before going back through the city to complete the loop back to our hotel. The walk was around nine kilometres in total. <\/p>\n<p>Forget cabs, metro or even bikes, if you really want to see Stockholm city then do it on foot. <\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-extended widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.5623123123123123\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/82\/02\/25\/1280x719_cmsv2_6ef42ff9-0486-5eb1-a347-8003abef0a61-9820225.jpg\" alt=\"Our sunset walk in Stockholm\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n                        <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><br \/>\n                            <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Our sunset walk in Stockholm<\/span><br \/>\n                                    <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Google Maps<\/span><br \/>\n                        <\/span><br \/>\n                    <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Wild swimming on a day trip to Vaxholm<\/h2>\n<p>One of the main reasons for choosing a summer city break in Stockholm was to head out to one of the islands. <\/p>\n<p>We decided on Vaxholm, which is regarded as &#8220;the capital of the archipelago&#8221; and one of the most popular options for a day trip from the city. <\/p>\n<p>Taking a ferry from the central Str\u00f6mkajen dock, it\u2019s an easy journey of around an hour onboard a Waxholmsbolaget service. Single-journey tickets for adults start from SEK 61 (\u20ac5.50).<\/p>\n<p>On the island of Vaxholm you can visit the historic fortress, browse the waterfront caf\u00e9s and shops, or hire a bike and go on a two-wheeled adventure. But with temperatures on the day more akin to the Med than Scandinavia, a refreshing dip in the water was the perfect activity to cool off. <\/p>\n<p>Recommended by the team at Vaxholm\u2019s tourist information office, we headed to Norrhamnsbadet, a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing just a few minutes from the ferry port. <\/p>\n<p>Here you&#8217;ll find a small beach, rocks and grass to lie on and a jetty which has steps into the refreshingly-cool water.<\/p>\n<p>Did I expect to be cold water swimming in Sweden? No. Will it turn out to be the most memorable part of the trip? Definitely. <\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-freeform\nwidget--size-fullwidth\nwidget--align-center\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DaSEI0gDS3n\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<div>View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>A post shared by Euronews Travel (@euronewstravel)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Fika and meatballs: Where to eat and drink in Stockholm<\/h2>\n<p>Stockholm\u2019s cafe culture is as good as anywhere in Europe and the Swedes even have their own word \u2013 \u201cfika\u201d \u2013 which means &#8220;to have a coffee break\u201d. Alongside your chosen brew, you\u2019ll also have something sweet to eat. Traditional fika treats include cinnamon buns and cardamom pastries. <\/p>\n<p>Wander the streets of Stockholm and you\u2019ll find hundreds, maybe thousands, of places that offer fika. We opted for Skeppsbro Bageri in Gamla Stan, which had a nice outdoor seating area by the waterside. A word of warning though, don\u2019t be surprised to be joined at your table by some ducks \u2013 they also really enjoy a sweet pastry. <\/p>\n<p>Beyond fika, Sweden is perhaps best known for its iconic meatballs. Internationally, you may have enjoyed them at IKEA while taking a break from buying the latest in flat-pack furniture. <\/p>\n<p>A quick search for \u201cbest meatballs in Stockholm\u201d brings up countless recommendations. On the menu for us was a table for two at Bakfickan, the \u201cback pocket\u201d restaurant at the Royal Swedish Opera. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, gravy, lingonberries and pickles, the Bakfickan meatballs were delicious \u2013 and well worth their online praise. <\/p>\n<p>For an evening aperitivo, or a sunset drink, head to Stockholm Under Stj\u00e4rnorna (SUS). Located at Hotel At Six, a design-led boutique hotel, SUS is a rooftop park which boasts 360-degree panoramic views over the city. <\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-gallery widget--size-fullscreen widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.5625\" data-gallery-img-nb=\"7\" data-gallery-key=\"5d8eced0-7511-11f1-a1ce-1b4a23c30d17\" data-gallery-featured-index=\"0\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure widget__figure-has-button\">\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widget__gallery__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/library\/11\/1114cbc7ac8c6d67e381fdfc2a7e97f3cc1af2f69f96\/384x216_cmsv2_155d3a1b-b05e-57a2-af9d-c68151c8a3d8-1114cbc7ac8c6d67e381fdfc2a7e97f3cc1af2f69f96.jpg\" alt><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget__button__title u-color-white u-margin-top-0 u-text-transform-none u-text-weight-bold\">View Gallery<\/div>\n<div class=\"widget__button__text u-display-flex u-text-weight-semibold u-text-size-extra-small\">7 Photos<\/div>\n<\/figure><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Hotel and places to stay in Stockholm<\/h2>\n<p>Like any modern capital city, you\u2019ll find a wide range of accommodation options in Stockholm. <\/p>\n<p>With just 48 hours to explore we wanted to stay somewhere very central, so we checked in at the Haymarket by Scandic. <\/p>\n<p>Located directly across H\u00f6torget Square from the Stockholm Concert Hall, this art deco-style hotel is just 10 minutes\u2019 walk from central station and the lively area is full of shopping streets, restaurants and bars. For two nights in a double room we paid around \u20ac357.<\/p>\n<h2>How to get from the airport to Stockholm city centre<\/h2>\n<p>Arlanda Airport, Sweden&#8217;s largest, is 40 kilometres north of Stockholm and there are a few ways visitors can get to the city after landing.<\/p>\n<p>While not the cheapest option, the Arlanda Express train is certainly the quickest. The non-stop journey from the airport to Stockholm Central takes just 18 minutes. A round trip ticket for two adults cost us SEK 920 (\u20ac83) and was valid for 90 days. <\/p>\n<p>Other transport options include the Flygbussarna airport coaches, which depart every 15 to 30 minutes for Stockholm City Terminal next to central station, with a journey time of around 35 to 45 minutes. <\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, SL commuter trains depart twice an hour from Arlanda Central Station in SkyCity, reaching Stockholm Central in around 43 minutes. Coach operators such as FlixBus and Nettbuss also serve the airport.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-extended widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.5625\">\n<div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n<div class=\"widget__contents\">\n<figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/library\/11\/05\/69\/98\/75\/69\/80\/1114d0501a517af69987513f6d0ea6951a0c8088cb19\/1280x719_cmsv2_32652bb3-9303-55d7-b616-8863840e819f-1114d0501a517af69987513f6d0ea6951a0c8088cb19.jpg\" alt=\"Stortorget square in Gamla Stan\"><figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n                        <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\"><br \/>\n                            <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Stortorget square in Gamla Stan<\/span><br \/>\n                                    <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Mike Starling\/Euronews Travel<\/span><br \/>\n                        <\/span><br \/>\n                    <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>The Stockholm checklist for first-time visitors<\/h2>\n<p>While you can achieve quite a lot on a short city break in Sweden\u2019s capital, you\u2019ll never really get to see everything. <\/p>\n<p>To help first-time visitors, here\u2019s our checklist of things to see and do in Stockholm&#8230; <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gamla Stan: Explore Stockholm&#8217;s Old Town, with its colourful buildings, medieval streets and historic squares. Traveller tip: if you&#8217;re in the south-east corner of Stortorget square, don\u2019t forget to look up and spot the cannonball above the Stortorgsk\u00e4llaren sign\u2026<\/li>\n<li>Stockholm Archipelago: Take a ferry through the islands and visit charming destinations such as Vaxholm.<\/li>\n<li>Djurg\u00e5rden: Known as the \u201ctrue lung\u201d of the Swedish capital, the island of Djurg\u00e5rden has so much to offer that you could also spend a whole weekend here exploring its museums, parks, walking trails and waterfront.<\/li>\n<li>Vasa Museum, Djurg\u00e5rden: The 17th-century warship is one of Sweden&#8217;s most visited attractions.<\/li>\n<li>Skansen, Djurg\u00e5rden: The world&#8217;s oldest open-air museum features historic buildings, Nordic wildlife and traditional crafts.<\/li>\n<li>ABBA The Museum, Djurg\u00e5rden: Take a chance on this entertaining museum which is dedicated to Sweden&#8217;s most famous pop group.<\/li>\n<li>Stockholm City Hall, Kungsholmen: This iconic landmark is home of the Nobel Prize banquet and its magnificent Blue and Golden Halls.<\/li>\n<li>S\u00f6dermalm: One of Stockholm&#8217;s trendiest neighbourhoods that\u2019s known for its independent boutiques, caf\u00e9s, galleries and dining scene.<\/li>\n<li>Monteliusv\u00e4gen: Walk this scenic viewpoint in S\u00f6dermalm for some of the city&#8217;s best panoramic views over the skyline and waterfront \u2013 especially at sunrise and sunset.<\/li>\n<li>\u00d6stermalm Food Hall: Enjoy a traditional Swedish fika or sample local delicacies.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<p>                                      Go to accessibility shortcuts<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-article-share-comment u-align-items-center u-display-flex\">\n    <span class=\"c-article-share-comment__links u-align-items-center u-display-flex u-justify-content-center js-c-article-share-comment-share\"><\/p>\n<p>      <span class=\"c-article-share-comment__label\">Share<\/span><br \/>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<p>        <span 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Even during winter, which is the time of year that I had previously visited, there\u2019s plenty to see and do.But what is Sweden, and Stockholm, like in the summer? In a few words: it\u2019s one of Europe\u2019s bright spots, as it never really gets that dark.\u00a0Visiting this time at the end of June, the sunrise was at around 3.30 am and the sunset at around 10 pm. The long summer days mean you\u2019ll get even more time to discover this city and its islands.\u00a0Landing at Stockholm Arlanda Airport at just after 2 pm and arriving in our hotel before 4 pm, we had a good six hours before sunset on the first day of our 48-hour city break.So, with that in mind, we put on our comfy walking shoes and headed out on foot.\u00a0Staying in the central Norrmalm district, we ventured to the iconic Gamla Stan old town before heading to the trendy neighbourhood of S\u00f6dermalm. Here you can find a scenic waterside path that\u2019s perfect for walking and cycling.\u00a0Crossing over to the island of L\u00e5ngholmen, its park offers an elevated vantage point for sunset with great views of the city and water. We were able to take a seat on the rocks and enjoy watching the sun start to set.\u00a0With dusk setting in \u2013 well, I say dusk, but as previously mentioned it never really gets that dark here \u2013 we continued our walk over the V\u00e4sterbron Bridge and back through the park at R\u00e5lambshovsparken. Even after 10 pm, it felt like an afternoon with people having picnics and kids running around. \u00a0From R\u00e5lambshovsparken, we followed the waterside before going back through the city to complete the loop back to our hotel. The walk was around nine kilometres in total.Forget cabs, metro or even bikes, if you really want to see Stockholm city then do it on foot.\u00a0Wild swimming on a day trip to VaxholmOne of the main reasons for choosing a summer city break in Stockholm was to head out to one of the islands.We decided on Vaxholm, which is regarded as &#8220;the capital of the archipelago&#8221; and one of the most popular options for a day trip from the city.\u00a0Taking a ferry from the central Str\u00f6mkajen dock, it\u2019s an easy journey of around an hour onboard a Waxholmsbolaget service. Single-journey tickets for adults start from SEK 61 (\u20ac5.50).On the island of Vaxholm you can visit the historic fortress, browse the waterfront caf\u00e9s and shops, or hire a bike and go on a two-wheeled adventure. But with temperatures on the day more akin to the Med than Scandinavia, a refreshing dip in the water was the perfect activity to cool off.\u00a0Recommended by the team at Vaxholm\u2019s tourist information office, we headed to Norrhamnsbadet, a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing just a few minutes from the ferry port.\u00a0Here you&#8217;ll find a small beach, rocks and grass to lie on and a jetty which has steps into the refreshingly-cool water.Did I expect to be cold water swimming in Sweden? No. Will it turn out to be the most memorable part of the trip? Definitely.\u00a0Fika and meatballs: Where to eat and drink in Stockholm\u00a0Stockholm\u2019s cafe culture is as good as anywhere in Europe and the Swedes even have their own word \u2013 \u201cfika\u201d \u2013 which means &#8220;to have a coffee break\u201d. Alongside your chosen brew, you\u2019ll also have something sweet to eat. Traditional fika treats include cinnamon buns and cardamom pastries.\u00a0Wander the streets of Stockholm and you\u2019ll find hundreds, maybe thousands, of places that offer fika. We opted for Skeppsbro Bageri in Gamla Stan, which had a nice outdoor seating area by the waterside. A word of warning though, don\u2019t be surprised to be joined at your table by some ducks \u2013 they also really enjoy a sweet pastry.\u00a0Beyond fika, Sweden is perhaps best known for its iconic meatballs. Internationally, you may have enjoyed them at IKEA while taking a break from buying the latest in flat-pack furniture.\u00a0A quick search for \u201cbest meatballs in Stockholm\u201d brings up countless recommendations. On the menu for us was a table for two at Bakfickan, the \u201cback pocket\u201d restaurant at the Royal Swedish Opera. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, gravy, lingonberries and pickles, the Bakfickan meatballs were delicious \u2013 and well worth their online praise.For an evening aperitivo, or a sunset drink, head to Stockholm Under Stj\u00e4rnorna (SUS). Located at Hotel At Six, a design-led boutique hotel, SUS is a rooftop park which boasts 360-degree panoramic views over the city.\u00a0Hotel and places to stay in StockholmLike any modern capital city, you\u2019ll find a wide range of accommodation options in Stockholm.\u00a0With just 48 hours to explore we wanted to stay somewhere very central, so we checked in at the Haymarket by Scandic.Located directly across H\u00f6torget Square from the Stockholm Concert Hall, this art deco-style hotel is just 10 minutes\u2019 walk from central station and the lively area is full of shopping streets, restaurants and bars. For two nights in a double room we paid around \u20ac357.How to get from the airport to Stockholm city centre\u00a0Arlanda Airport, Sweden&#8217;s largest, is 40 kilometres north of Stockholm and there are a few ways visitors can get to the city after landing.While not the cheapest option, the Arlanda Express train is certainly the quickest. The non-stop journey from the airport to Stockholm Central takes just 18 minutes. A round trip ticket for two adults cost us SEK 920 (\u20ac83) and was valid for 90 days.\u00a0Other transport options include the Flygbussarna airport coaches, which depart every 15 to 30 minutes for Stockholm City Terminal next to central station, with a journey time of around 35 to 45 minutes.\u00a0Alternatively, SL commuter trains depart twice an hour from Arlanda Central Station in SkyCity, reaching Stockholm Central in around 43 minutes. Coach operators such as FlixBus and Nettbuss also serve the airport.The Stockholm checklist for first-time visitors\u00a0While you can achieve quite a lot on a short city break in Sweden\u2019s capital, you\u2019ll never really get to see everything.\u00a0To help first-time visitors, here\u2019s our checklist of things to see and do in Stockholm&#8230;\u00a0Gamla Stan: Explore Stockholm&#8217;s Old Town, with its colourful buildings, medieval streets and historic squares. Traveller tip: if you&#8217;re in the south-east corner of Stortorget square, don\u2019t forget to look up and spot the cannonball above the Stortorgsk\u00e4llaren sign\u2026Stockholm Archipelago: Take a ferry through the islands and visit charming destinations such as Vaxholm.\u00a0Djurg\u00e5rden: Known as the \u201ctrue lung\u201d of the Swedish capital, the island of Djurg\u00e5rden has so much to offer that you could also spend a whole weekend here exploring its museums, parks, walking trails and waterfront.\u00a0Vasa Museum, Djurg\u00e5rden: The 17th-century warship is one of Sweden&#8217;s most visited attractions.\u00a0Skansen, Djurg\u00e5rden: The world&#8217;s oldest open-air museum features historic buildings, Nordic wildlife and traditional crafts.\u00a0ABBA The Museum, Djurg\u00e5rden: Take a chance on this entertaining museum which is dedicated to Sweden&#8217;s most famous pop group.\u00a0Stockholm City Hall, Kungsholmen: This iconic landmark is home of the Nobel Prize banquet and its magnificent Blue and Golden Halls.\u00a0S\u00f6dermalm: One of Stockholm&#8217;s trendiest neighbourhoods that\u2019s known for its independent boutiques, caf\u00e9s, galleries and dining scene.Monteliusv\u00e4gen: Walk this scenic viewpoint in S\u00f6dermalm for some of the city&#8217;s best panoramic views over the skyline and waterfront \u2013 especially at sunrise and sunset.\u00a0\u00d6stermalm Food Hall: Enjoy a traditional Swedish fika or sample local delicacies.\u00a0<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/www.euronews.com\/travel\/2026\/07\/05\/stockholm-travel-guide-sunsets-fika-and-wild-swimming-in-the-stunning-archipelago&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/images.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/09\/82\/02\/25\/1200x675_cmsv2_a6ecce12-8870-57f0-a9bf-6eed909b65b5-9820225.jpg&#8221;] Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 5th, 2026 \u2013 Morning Earth News Switzerland\u2019s solar railway has been a success. 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