🚇 Getting Around

Stockholm’s Tunnelbana (metro) is fast and reliable, costing about €3.5–4 per ride. Buses and trams cover areas the metro doesn’t. Ferries connect island districts for roughly €3–5 with the same ticket. Taxis and Uber are common but pricey (€15–30 for short trips). Central neighborhoods are very walkable.

🏨 Where to Stay

Budget hostels in Södermalm or Kungsholmen start around €25–40 for dorm beds and €70–110 for private rooms. Airbnb studios in central areas often range €90–150 per night. Mid-range hotels typically fall between €140–220. Luxury hotels in Östermalm or the waterfront area usually start at €300+.

🍽️ Where to Eat

Quick bites like sandwiches, bakery pastries, or street-food sausages cost €5–10. Casual restaurants average €15–25 per dish. Nicer dinners tend to be €35–55. Fika (coffee + pastry) usually runs €5–8. Alcohol is notably expensive.

🎟️ Things to Do

Gamla Stan is free to explore and great for photos. Vasa Museum entry: about €18–20. Skansen open-air museum: €15–22 depending on season. Royal Palace entry: around €15. Ferries between central islands offer cheap sightseeing. Many viewpoints like Monteliusvägen are free.

☀️ Quick Tips

Buy a 24h or 72h travel card to save money. Card payments work everywhere. Tap water is excellent. Winters are dark and cold—dress warmly. Service charges are included, but small tips for good service are appreciated.