Stockholm on a budget
Looking to squeeze as much as possible out of your visit? Here are some good deals, free attractions and events!
Free attractions
Here is a selection of attractions with public access, admission to some areas and tours cost extra.
The woodland cemetery
The courtyard of City Hall
Bergianska botanical garden
City Museum of Stockholm & Medieval Museum of Stockholm
A year-around ticket for 70 SEK includes admission to both museums and you can visit them as many times as you like. Under 20? Then it’s for free.
City Museum of Stockholm
Ask for “Dagens lunch” or “Dagens rätt”
Lunch of the Day or Meal of the Day is a very common thing in Sweden. It is a special lunch deal on week days that can be found on the menus of most eateries, even at gourmet restaurants.
A selection of restaurants with good prices
Nature is free!
A picnic is a good way to save money on dining and a pleasant experience all around. Pick something up from the grocery store and find a nice place in one of Stockholm’s many parks, for example:
The Royal National City Park
Humlegården
Tantolunden
… After that, go for a swim!
Discounts
The Stockholm Card: Free admission to 80 attractions, free public transport, free sightseeing and discounts. Read more here
Island-hopping card: An inexpensive way to travel in the archielago if you are staying for more than a few days. Read more here
Free events
Listed below the banner are some free events in Stockholm: