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Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

Stockholm Archipelago Cruise with Guide

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.2 out of 10 with 39 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $41 per adult
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Stockholm Highlights: Private Golf Cart Tour

Stockholm Highlights: Private Golf Cart Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $109 per adult*
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Water activities

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Stockholm: Guided City Sightseeing Open Electric Boat Tour

Stockholm: Guided City Sightseeing Open Electric Boat Tour

Activity duration is 50 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $31 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Stockholm Highlights: Private Golf Cart Tour

Stockholm Highlights: Private Golf Cart Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $109 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Stockholm: Food Tour

Stockholm: Food Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $114 per adult
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What to do in Alta

 

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Avicii Arena

Avicii Arena

Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

Avicii Arena
Tivoli Grona Lund featuring rides

Gröna Lund

See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.

Gröna Lund
ABBA The Museum

ABBA The Museum

Admire costumes and step inside replicas of recording studios to sing alongside holograms of the Dancing Queen icons. If the phone rings, pick it up.

ABBA The Museum
Skansen featuring heritage architecture

Skansen

Experience Sweden’s rural traditions and spot almost 300 animal species at the zoo and aquarium that are part of one of the world’s oldest outdoor museums.

Skansen
Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal

Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal
Stockholm Viking Terminal

Stockholm Viking Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Stockholm with a trip to Stockholm Viking Terminal. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Stockholm Viking Terminal
Vasa Museum featuring interior views

Vasa Museum

Visit the wreck of a Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage. Learn about the ship’s history and discover artifacts recovered from Stockholm’s harbor.

Vasa Museum
Stockholm Royal Palace featuring a square or plaza

Stockholm Palace

Explore banquet halls and reception rooms, find 18th-century art and watch the changing of the guard at the official residence of Sweden’s royal family.

Stockholm Palace
3Arena

3Arena

Catch an event at 3Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

3Arena

 

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Stockholm which includes boating, a bay or harbor and a marina

Stockholm

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Skondal

Nacka

Nacka

Tyreso

Tyreso

Frequently asked questions

Is Alta worth visiting?
Famous for its nature and walking trails, finding awesome things to do in Alta is simple. Remember to add Gröna Lund to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Alta?
Gröna Lund and Skansen are two awesome places to kick-start your adventures. Remember to check out the dining and retail options in Alta while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Alta?
Gröna Lund is one of the top tourist attractions in Alta and should feature high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Alta?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off the leading city highlights, including Gröna Lund, Skansen and Stockholm Palace. The average stay in Alta is three days. If you have the time to extend your vacation, Stockholm isn't far away.
Is Alta a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city center, Alta is a good destination to discover on foot. Enjoy wandering between Hellasgarden Park and Erstavik Nature Reserve. Then take a stroll through Skarpnäck, located 1 mile from downtown, and Bagarmossen, which is roughly 2 miles away.
What are some activities to do in Alta with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all ages, here are some great ideas for what to do in Alta with kids.

What to do in Alta for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Alta, with experiences for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Avicii Arena or Tele2 Arena.
Are there free things to do in Alta?
One of the best ways to discover free things to do in Alta is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on vibrant neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can visit without taking your wallet out. Museum of Medieval Stockholm is one sight that doesn't charge an entrance fee.