What to do
Here you will find tips on top things to do in Sweden – from nature and outdoor activities to city weekends and round trips combining nature and urban experiences. Tips on cultural and culinary tourism activities are also included.
Categories
Design & ArchitectureDesign & Architecture

Sweden’s stone cities – a highlight of Swedish architecture

Borås - the capital of textiles

Design lover’s top 10 in Stockholm

The Gothenburg Town Hall

5 cultural must-visits in Småland

Swedish furniture – a modernist story of enduring style

Top 5 design and architecture must-sees in Gothenburg

The magnificent Stone City of Sundsvall

Top 9 design places to visit in southern Sweden

Western Harbour, Malmö

Swedish design

Glasriket – a wonderland of glass

8 Swedish designers with timeless appeal

Top 7 design places in Stockholm and middle Sweden

Sweden's iconic red cottages: A story of colour and culture

Swedish design – beautiful everyday things

Swedish fashion – a story of substance and style

Top 9 Swedish architecture must-sees

The enduring appeal of Swedish design

Discover the best of Swedish architecture
Nature & OutdoorsNature & Outdoors

Swedish nature in Virtual reality (VR)

The King's Trail has something for everyone

Allemansrätten - Sweden's right of public access

Canoeing and kayaking in the land of lakes, rivers and archipelagos

5 nature experiences in Stockholm

The best hiking in middle and northern Sweden

National parks in Sweden – where myths and legends come to life

5 sustainable eco-tourism experiences in Sweden

Discover Sweden's top 10 golfing destinations

From train to trail – accessible day hikes in Sweden

Cycling holidays in Sweden

9 beautiful beaches in Sweden – from seaside baths to inland lakes

Sweden’s west coast and islands

Sailing in Sweden

Sweden's archipelagos – seaside adventures and coastal gems

When and where to see the magical Northern Lights

Getting around Stockholm archipelago

Kayaking in Bohuslän

Forest bathing in Sweden: a sensory escape into nature

Sea kayaking on the Swedish west coast
Culture, history and artCulture, history and art

5 cultural must-sees in West Sweden

ABBA The Museum in Stockholm

Culture in Gothenburg

Swedish hits – the Eurovision winners' favourite spots

History museums in Sweden – bringing the past to life

Swedish crime fiction and Nordic noir

Crime fiction West Sweden

Uppsala – a hotbed of innovation

Sample the delights of Swedish Christmas food

Vasa museum and Skansen in Stockholm

“The people are what make Stockholm cool”

Music events in Sweden 2025

Sweden's legendary Vikings – beyond the ruthless stereotype

Swedish Easter – a joyous foodie feast

Sweden’s key modern museums – from north to south

Waffle Day – how to celebrate 'våffeldagen' in Sweden and recipe

Welcome spring on Walpurgis Night (Valborg)

Björn's artful recommendations for Stockholm

Kata Farm and Varnhem Monastery

Discover Sweden's traditional Sámi culture and way of life
Eat & DrinkEat & Drink

Swedish food and drink festivals for every taste

Nightlife in Gothenburg

Seven types of cookies – the Swedish custom is a delicious history

Saffronbuns ('Lussekatter') – recipe

Swedish beer and beverages – a craft affair

The Drinkable Country

The ultimate Swedish foodie bucket list

Cinnamon buns and where to get the best ones

Swedish café culture – steeped in tradition yet forward-thinking

Top Swedish food experiences in Småland

4 Swedish sweet treats you must try

Stockholm under the rainbow

9 sustainable Swedish food and drink experiences

Cafés in Stockholm

8 iconic restaurants in Stockholm – a gastronomical heritage

Swedish cuisine – from foraging to artisanal food

Cinnamon buns ('Kanelbullar') – recipe

Nightlife in Stockholm

Swedish sticky chocolate cake ('Kladdkaka') – recipe

Top restaurants in Malmö – from street food to fine dining
Family FunFamily Fun

Five eye-catching playgrounds in Stockholm

Travelling with kids in Sweden

Family-friendly nature adventures across Sweden

Top 6 outdoor activities in Småland with kids

Kayaking with kids in Sweden

Make the most of your family’s weekend break in Gothenburg

Family fun across Sweden: amusement parks, water parks, and wildlife sanctuaries
ShoppingShopping

Malmö’s multicultural Möllevången

Top 5 design outlets in Sweden

Shopping in Stockholm

Slow shopping or shop till you drop in Malmö!

Five shopping streets in Gothenburg

Shop on the hop

Sweden's top spots for second-hand shopping

Swedish craft items to treasure

Gothenburg: 5 local products to bring home

Artilleriet Interior Design
Round tripsRound trips

Take a road trip in beautiful Skåne and Blekinge

Roslagen – a taste of the good life in the coastal countryside

Naturum, Vänerskärgården, Victoriahuset and Läckö Castle

Tour the Stockholm archipelago – a three-day adventure

From castles to coastlines – a scenic road trip through Sörmland

A trip to Sweden – an experience that truly offers something else

Vildmarksvägen – an epic drive on Sweden’s scenic Wilderness Road

On the road between Gothenburg and Stockholm – a cultural adventure

12 Short trips in Sweden

Cultural train adventures starting from Sweden's city hubs

The Blue Highway – a riverside road trip through northern Sweden

How to combine Sweden with other Nordic countries
Sights & landmarksSights & landmarks

Explore Sweden's UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The Gammelstad Church Village in Luleå

Explore Sweden’s smaller cities and towns

Tour the Swedish palaces and royal sites – a journey through history

Discover the Royal Palace in Stockholm

Fårö – Ingmar Bergman's favourite island

Royal Swedish palaces

Stockholm Old Town

Birka – step back into the Viking Age

Top 10 things to do in Stockholm
