Djurgarden Island
Djurgarden is a green island in central Stockholm, reachable by foot, ferry, or bus. The island itself is free to walk, with wooded trails, waterfront paths, and meadows.
Park in Stockholm
Kungstradgarden
Kungstradgarden (King’s Garden) is a central park between Gamla Stan and the Norrmalm shopping district. Free. The cherry blossoms in late April draw crowds. Year-round, the park hosts free festivals, an ice rink in winter, and open-air events in summer. The Stockholm metro station underneath is one of the most decorated art stations in the system (free with a transit ticket). Budget travelers use the park as a free gathering point between the old town and the modern center.
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Before you go
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- King's Garden, Stockholm
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More in Stockholm
Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Fotografiska
Fotografiska is a photography museum on the Sodermalm waterfront, housed in a converted customs house. Entry is paid.
Gamla Stan
Gamla Stan is Stockholm's old town, a medieval island of narrow cobblestone streets, colorful merchant houses, and the Royal Palace. Free to walk.
Stockholm Parliament House
The Riksdag building sits on its own island (Helgeandsholmen) between Gamla Stan and the modern city. The exterior and waterfront surroundings are free to enjoy.
Royal Palace Stockholm
The Royal Palace in Gamla Stan is one of the largest palaces in Europe, with over 600 rooms. The exterior and courtyard are free.
Skansen
Skansen is the world's first open-air museum (founded 1891), a hilltop park on Djurgarden with 150 historic buildings relocated from across Sweden, populated by staff in period costume demonstrating traditional crafts. Entry is paid.
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