Summer in Stockholm - 10 gems in the capital city

Summer in Stockholm - what to do and where to hang out? Stockholm is a great summer city, with beautiful parks, great outdoor cafes and lots of water, including boat trips.

Summer in Stockholm - tips for sunny summer days

We start with some tips for a sunny summer in Stockholm, that is, when the capital is at its best. Further down, we present some bonus tips for rainy days ...

1. beach road

In summer, it's really nice to stroll along Strandvägen. Along the 1.3-kilometre-long Strandvägen quay there are lots of nice boats, but also restaurants, bars, ice cream parlours and beautiful houses from the turn of the century.

2. Djurgården with Isbladskärret.

Djurgården is an extremely popular area in Stockholm, especially in the summer. You can go here to hang out at Skansen for a day, or you can relax with a coffee at Rosendal's garden. Djurgården is also home to Gröna Lund and several popular museums such as the Vasa Museum, the ABBA Museum, the Viking Museum and the Spritmuseum. A nice place that not everyone knows about is Isbladskärret, where you can see lots of herons.

3. Skeppsholmen

Skeppsholmen is a cosy little island in the middle of Stockholm, accessible by bridge from Blasieholmen. Here you can walk along the quays and look at all the beautiful boats and houseboats. If you want to find something else to do, there are several museums on the island, such as the Moderna Museum, the East Asian Museum and the Stockholm Toy Museum.

4. Hornsberg beach

Hornsberg beach, on Kungsholmen, is a part of the city that has become very popular with locals in recent years. A walkway and jetties have been built along the waterfront, and on hot summer days it is packed with people sunbathing, swimming or having a picnic. There are restaurants and ice cream parlours nearby.

5. Stockholm from the water

Why not experience Stockholm from the water? Gliding around the city in a canoe is a different way to experience the capital. You can rent a canoe, kayak or SUP board at several different locations in the city, such as Pampas Marina, Brunnsviken Canoe Club, Rålis Kayak or Långholmen Kayak.

6. Södermalm

Södermalm is a pleasant and exciting part of Stockholm. There are many charming and historic areas, such as Fjällgatan and Monteliusvägen. You can also explore the popular Vitabergsparken park or head up to Skinnarviksberget, which offers sweeping views of Stockholm.

7. Stockholm archipelago

Stockholm is more than the city centre. During your summer in Stockholm, it's great to take a boat trip out to the islands of the archipelago, such as Möja, Grinda or Sandhamn. You can also make an excursion to Vaxholm or perhaps book a brunch or dinner cruise. Various tours are available from Stromma and Waxholmsbolaget.

8. feathered islets

If you want to experience the archipelago around Stockholm without travelling so far, Fjäderholmarna is the closest option. In the summer, this is a place full of life, with open restaurants and craft stalls. It is easy to travel here with the Fjäderholmslinjen from Slussen, or alternatively with Waxholmsbolaget or Stromma.

9. Haga Park

Hagaparken is located in Solna and is a large and beautiful park. Here you can walk in the greenery while looking at castles and pavilions from the time of the theatre king Gustav III. At the special Copper Tents you can stop for a coffee or a bite to eat. If you want something more, you'll also find the Haga Ocean Butterfly House here, with butterflies and an aquarium.

10. Drottningholm Castle

Drottningholm Palace is a destination you won't want to miss during a holiday in Stockholm. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this royal palace is perfect for a summer excursion. You can stroll through the palace park, but also visit the palace halls and China Castle. For an extra delightful excursion, you can take a boat trip to the castle on the Stromma.

Where can you live in Stockholm?

Looking for accommodation in Stockholm? If you're planning a longer stay in the capital, there are opportunities to rent a house in Stockholm or apartment.

If you're just making a short visit to the capital, there are of course plenty of hotels to choose from in different price ranges. The Haymarket by Scandic, located on Hötorget, is a nice option with stylish interiors, as is the Downtown Camper by Scandic, located on Brunkebergstorg. For those with camping vehicles, there are also a number of campsites and pitches, such as Långholmens husbilscamping, Tantolundens husbilscamping and First Camp Nickstabadet-Nynäshamn.

Summer in Stockholm - bonus tips if it rains

It's great to have summer in Stockholm, but what if it rains? Well, that happens from time to time, so here are some bonus tips.

Bathing at a beautiful spa

In the centre of Stockholm are two historic spas, Sturebadet from 1885 and Centralbadet from 1904. Both of these bathhouses offer beautiful environments, which you can enjoy while bathing. Of course, it is also possible to book various treatments.

See art

There are plenty of art museums and galleries in Stockholm, which are of course perfect for a rainy day. For example, you can visit Liljevalchs konsthall, Sven-Harry Art Museum, Moderna Museet, Nationalmuseum or Fotografiska.

Deep dive into history

If you are a history buff, there are many museums in Stockholm where you can take a deep dive. In addition to the Historical Museum, you can visit the Medieval Museum, The Viking Museum, the Army Museum, the Maritime Museum or the Museum of Wrecks.

Shopping in a shopping centre

If you're in the mood for shopping on a rainy day, running around a large shopping centre is ideal. In the city centre you'll find Gallerian, for example, but you can find even bigger shopping complexes in the city's suburbs. For example, check out Täby Centrum, Kista Centrum or Mall of Scandinavia in Solna.

More tips for a summer in Stockholm?

Do you have any other tips for gems in Summer Stockholm? Feel free to share your best tips!