Vaxholm is an authentic little archipelago town a few miles outside the city. Since the 1800s, the harbor has been a hub for transportation and archipelago life. Boats depart from central Stockholm. Don’t miss the Vaxholm citadel!

The Stockholm archipelago consists of 30,000 islands, islets, and skerries. Some are isolated and uninhabited, while others have restaurants and hotels. In the inner archipelago, you will meet green islands and farther out are flat, bare rocks with open skylines.

Drottningholm Palace was built in the late 1600s. It is the residence of the royal family and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along with the Chinese Palace and the palace theater and grounds, Drottningholm forms a unique whole.

Stroll down the paths and discover Sigtuna’s idyllic cafes, restaurants, and shops on the shores of Lake Mälaren. You will find art galleries, hand-blown glass, and well-preserved rune stones from the 11th century.

Pitch a tent in the Stockholm archipelago and enjoy clear nights and refreshing morning dips. Or sleep in the open air! Swedish law gives you common right of access to private land so you can freely move about in sensitive environments, but with an obligation to show respect for the land.