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What to do and see in Stockholm, Stockholm County: The Best Historic Sites
The capital city of Sweden combines modern attractions with historic charm. Kick off your stay with visits to Stockholm’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Royal Palace Drottningholm (the residence of the royal family) and the magical Skogskyrkogården, or Woodland Cemetery. Stroll the cobblestone streets of Old Town and over the picturesque bridges that span the city’s canals. The 19th-century Skansen was the world’s first open-air museum and is still a premier place to learn about Swedish history.
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1. Bla Porten
2. Kungliga Djurgarden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,672 reviews
Reviewed By Sorellina - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
Beautiful park with lots of activities, walkways and woodland. Cafés, restaurants and museums are available if you tire of the wonderful scenery!
3. Sjomansinstitutets hus
4. Skogskyrkogarden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 506 reviews
The Unesco World Heritage Skogskyrkogården is beautiful all year round, much due to the unique way it is woven into the landscape. The cemetery never closes, so you can easily acces the World Heritage when you prefer, throughout the year. More than 2,000 funeral ceremonies take place at the Skogskyrkogården each year. This means that the five chapels are in frequent use and therefore closed to the public. If you are interested in the chapels and their interiors, come along for a public guided tour or book a private tour. We also have audio and visitor's guides, which you can download prior to your visit. Please visit our website for more information.
Reviewed By alexanderschober - Berlin, Germany
I enjoyed wandering around the cemetery on Christmas Day with unfortunately all chapels closed (Lewerentz, Asplund). The landscaping is remarkable and the attention to detail. The new crematory all in brick is another architectural highlight. The places are easily accessible from the Tunnelbana station named after the cemetery grounds.
5. Jordbrogravfalt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
6. Vinterviken
7. H.M. Konungens hovstall
8. Storkyrkan
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,455 reviews
Dating back to the 13th century, this church has a distinct character and history. It is the oldest in the Old Town and is home to several relics as well as an impressive statue of Saint George fighting the Dragon. Storkyrkan can pique almost anyone's curiosity, not just the history buff's.
Reviewed By Xanerin - Alice Springs, Australia
Visited this beautiful Cathedral and loved it although I would have liked to have spent more time. There is an entrance fee of 60 Kroner which goes towards the maintenance of the church. There is a toilet inside! In this Cathedral you will find the seven branched candlestick, the last judgement painting (1696), st George and the Dragon (carved out of oak 1489), the candle globe, the silver altar, the royal pews (1684), the pulpit (1700) the parhelion painting (1535) and the amazing Organ where the facade was made in 1789. This church (st Nicholas) was first mentioned in 1279. As you can see, I loved this visit.
9. Riddarhuset
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By termar - Hamilton, Canada
Not lucky enough to pass by when it was open but the exterior is striking. It is also known as the House of Nobility. Completed in 1674, it served a parliamentary function in 1688. The manor roof was a new architectural approach in Sweden. It presently tends to the interests of Swedish nobility.
10. Riddarholm Church (Riddarholmskyrkan)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 458 reviews
Reviewed By finesilver - Denver, United States
The church and the grounds are quite stunning. Across one bridge from old town but visible there from nearly everywhere. There is a massive courtyard there too which makes for some great photo ops also. Worth checking out from the exterior as well as from the interior too. Also worth taking lots of photos with the church in the foreground and old town in the background. You should explore this area and part of the city during any visit to old town.
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