Tattoo studios
These days, tattoos are more the rule than the exception on the streets of Stockholm. Almost every Stockholmer is inked and new tattoo parlours are constantly popping up. The modern tattoo trend hasn't just attracted a completely new clientele - the banker, hipster and Södermalm mother, for exa...
6 Oct 2023
Vegan restaurants
More and more people are becoming vegans and the vegan trend is growing in kitchens at home as well as out at restaurants. Pure vegan restaurants focusing on healthy plant-based food are opening all the time, while more and more "ordinary" restaurants are choosing to include not just vegetarian opti...
18 Mar 2024
Late-night bars
Nightclubs and heaving dancefloors aren't the only options in Stockholm once most bars have closed for the evening. If you want to keep going after 1am without going all-in, there are plenty of bars that don't close until 2 or 3am. Some only on Fridays and Saturdays, others on both weekdays and week...
5 Dec 2023
Kebabs
It's hard to beat a really good kebab - served in wraps, on platters, in salads or as a pizza topping (yes, kebab pizzas are a thing here). If you're dreaming of a hearty helping of kebab, generously topped with tasty sauces and other appropriate accompaniments, there are plenty of places in Stockho...
25 Jan 2024
Hairdressers
There are lots of hairdressers in Stockholm and it can be tricky to find the right one. Your hair is quite literally your crowning glory and it's important to ensure it's in safe hands. This guide will help you find a hairdresser in Stockholm that feels right for you. We recommend Stockholm's best s...
25 Jan 2024
Södermalm cafés
Södermalm is packed with cafés, making it a great neighbourhood to explore if you're a fan of the Swedish fika tradition. Many of the cafés are in SoFo, but you'll also find little gems dotted around the rest of Södermalm, such as in Hornstull and on Mariatorget, and these days they generally serve...
26 Mar 2024
Winter swimming
Stockholm is the perfect summer city for anyone who loves to swim, but don't let the fact that the temperature's dipped below zero stop you from taking a dip during the winter months. Diving into ice-cold water before warming up in a steaming sauna is a hard-to-beat Nordic experience. Cold-water swi...
2 Jan 2024
Gluten-free
The gluten-free trend has exploded in Stockholm over the past few years. Finding gluten-free options at restaurants, cafés and bakeries is no longer a problem - perfect for anyone with a gluten allergy, intolerance, or who chooses to avoid gluten for other health reasons. While gluten-free us...
21 Feb 2024
Antique shops
Stockholm is chocablock with antique shops and retro stores. As more and more people strive for a more sustainable lifestyle, vintage interiors with an emphasis on timeless design, form and function have become a trendy and timely alternative to mass produced and brand new furniture and objects. Add...
26 Mar 2024
Hamburgers
The hype is real. Stockholm absolutely loves that American fast food classic – the hamburger. But greasy and slightly flabby belly-fillers just don't cut it any more. No, these days we demand top quality burgers with well-prepared side dishes, freshly baked buns and ice-cream milkshakes. The require...
6 Feb 2024
Pubs
Pubs - a classic British phenomenon - have also become an intrinsic part of the Swedish social scene. Whether you're looking for a quiet local, a connoisseur on the prowl for Stockholm's best craft beer, ale or lager, or just in need of a couple of pints and traditional pub grub we've got you covere...
19 Mar 2024
Karaoke bars
Songbird or tone deaf - if there's one activity that's great fun for everyone it's singing karaoke. There are more karaoke bars in Stockholm than ever before, both private karaoke rooms and open mike, all perfect for hen and stag dos and spontaneous nights out with friends. Take your inspiration fro...
5 Feb 2024
Restaurants in Östermalm
Östermalm has a well-established reputation for extensive culinary offerings. The neighbourhood's slightly stuffy and stiff atmosphere has softened with the influx of exciting fusion restaurants and hip all-in-one concepts combined with the traditional establishments and neighbourhood taverns t...
4 Mar 2024
Day trips
In need of a change of scene? There are plenty of lovely places to visit just outside Stockholm. You don't need to travel more than an hour by car to find picturesque small towns, historical sites, idyllic archipelago islands, rolling countryside and magnificent castles. Naturally you can also trave...
13 Feb 2024
Cafés in the Old Town
Stockholm's Old Town is, just like the historic parts of all cities, packed with tourists from all over the world. Some Stockholmers tend to avoid the area because of its rather tacky tourist traps, but if you look beyond the facade you'll find some excellent restaurants, bars and cafés servi...
26 Mar 2024
Beer
Good news, beer lovers: Stockholm's craft-beer scene is as strong as ever. Stockholm houses an abundance of old-school German-style beer houses - or biergartens, sleek beer places, pubs and innovative concepts serving artisanal IPA and craft-beer from trendy microbreweries. Peruse our guide to the b...
21 Feb 2024
LGBTQ+ guide
Stockholm has an ever-growing and well-reputed selection of LBTQ+-friendly nightclubs, bars, restaurants and cafés. In this guide we follow the rainbow flag and lead the way to great places around town with an open mind and an LGBTQ-friendly crowd. You'll find everything from famous gay cafés and re...
26 Mar 2024
Chinese restaurants
Stockholm diners love exploring exotic flavours beyond Sweden's borders and native homecooking. Chinese cuisine has long been a popular part of the city's restaurant scene. But what the city hasn't always been overwhelmed with are really great restaurants where the food tastes as authentic as it wou...
7 Mar 2024
Party dresses
Whether you're out on the tiles for a smart dinner, party or an evening of dancing you want to look fantastic and feel comfortable at the same time, but finding that perfect special occasion outfit isn't always easy - especially if you're a visitor in town. Whether you're after a slinky little black...
16 Jan 2024
Restaurants in Hammarby and Sickla
If you happen to find yourself in Hammarby sjöstad or Sickla with a rumbling tummy, there are plenty of places to choose from - you just need to know where to go. Perhaps you're staying in the neighbourhood or just want to check out a different part of town? We've surveyed the neighbourhood and...
18 Mar 2024
Nail salons
Great looking nails are an important part of a polished appearance. Stockholm has a number of really good nail salons who can freshen up your nails, whether it's a simple manicure (or pedicure) you're after, or shellac, nail extensions or nail art. The length and style of your nails is as easy to va...
21 Feb 2024
Wine bars
Stockholm's nightlife has so many options the choice can feel a bit overwhelming - particularly when you want to be spontaneous. Perhap a visit to a restaurant feels too ambitious, beer too boring and cocktails a bit extra. In that case, there's a perfect alternative - one of the city's sophisticate...
6 Feb 2024
Sports bars
There's an unmissable match coming up but you haven't managed to get tickets to the fully-booked arena, or maybe it's being shown on a subscription channel that noone has. Or perhaps watching at home or in a hotel room doesn't feel quite as much fun as soaking up the atmosphere at a lively bar? Neve...
28 Mar 2024
Fine dining
Stockholm has become a culinary mecca for connoisseurs; the city houses an impressive number of Michelin-starred restaurants and acclaimed fine dining brasseries - both innovative and classic. The offering ranges from luxurious local produce to opulent Opera house dining and world-class gastronomy.
11 Dec 2023
French restaurants
If you're in the mood for French food, you don't have to travel to Paris for an outstanding meal. Elegant, rustic and exquisite — French cuisine both intimidates and inspires diners around the world. Stockholm boasts an abundance of excellent French restaurants ranging from quaint cubbyholes t...
15 Feb 2024
Lunch in Vasastan
Vasastan's selection of lunch restaurants includes everything from classic Swedish homecooking to innovative green concepts. You'll find options for both business lunches and lunch dates, but make sure you get to the most popular restaurants in good time. To help you find the right spot, follow our...
25 Mar 2024
Brunch outside the city
You don't need to stay in the city centre to round off your week with a great brunch - far from it. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés serving brunch outside central Stockholm, both buffet-style and à la carte. From archipelago inns and manor house restaurants to cosy neighbourh...
18 Mar 2024
Affordable lunch
Eating lunch out can turn into an expensive habit, but luckily there are plenty of places in Stockholm serving delicious and relatively cheap lunches for anyone who "forgot" to bring last night's leftovers in to work. Follow our guide to Stockholm's best budget-friendly lunch, from healthy fastfood...
15 Feb 2024
Walpurgis night
Walpurgis Night, Valborgsmässoafton in Swedish, takes place every year on the last day of April. The holiday is celebrated in Estonia, Finland, Latvia, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Germany and Sweden. The name Walpurgis is taken from the eighth-century English Christian missionary Saint Walbur...
5 Oct 2023
Lunch in Old Town
Stockholm's Old Town has gone from being full of tourist traps to one of the city's most exciting areas for lunch. You'll find some really great lunch spots, from good-value fine dining to Italian fast food and lots of other stylish and well-priced gems. Looking for some innovative cooking in a hist...
18 Oct 2023
Traditional restaurants
Food trends, like any trend, come and go but timeless classics never go out of style. You can't visit Stockholm and not try the local cuisine - rustic and homely husmanskost. Revel in traditional Swedish home cooking such as pickled herring and meatballs. But Stockholm's culinary landscape also incl...
5 Dec 2023
Design restaurants
A restaurant experience is so much more than just excellent food, great drinks and good service - the atmosphere and decor of a restaurant are also important factors. Stockholm boasts a number of really gorgeous conceptual restaurants with a strong focus on design. Everything from impressive institu...
8 Feb 2024
Good value brunch
Monumental buffets, scrambled eggs, pancakes and nowhere to be. Brunch is a favourite weekend treat among Stockholmers but it's not always one of the most wallet-friendly. But going out for brunch doesn't need to cost the earth. In our guide to cheap places to go for brunch in Stockholm we've rounde...
5 Mar 2024
Vasastan bars
French, Spanish, Asian, South American, Polynesian, American, Swedish... Vasastan's bar scene takes its inspiration from all corners of the globe. Whether you're in the mood for experimental cocktails or a great glass of wine, this part of town has something for even the most discerning of drinkers.
20 Mar 2024
Thai restaurants
Longing for distant shores, beachy vibes and exotic Thai food? Thai restaurants in Stockholm have a whole lot more to offer than the typical greasy Pad Thai. Stockholm has no shortage of eateries serving colourful curries, slippery noodles and fragrant stir-fries. Bypass the usual twinkling fairy li...
21 Feb 2024
Vegan cafés
There's never been a better or easier time to be a vegan. Plant-based food is taking up an ever-increasing amount of space on the menus of Stockholm's cafés and restaurants - offering tasty and healthy choices for everyone, whether you're a vegan, carnivore or omnivore. The city has several c...
10 Jan 2024
Bars in the Old Town
Stockholm's Old Town used to have a reputation as a bit of a tourist trap but in recent years it's become one of the city's culinary meccas - not least on the bar front. Some of the absolute best cocktail bars in town can be found here, serving up everything from innovative and ambitious creations t...
29 Nov 2023
Bakeries
Bread culture is alive and thriving in Stockholm - these days we're spoilt for choice with true craftsmanship and seriously high quality ingredients. In each and every part of town you'll find a charming little bakery selling delicious bread in all its forms, fresh from the oven. Levain, sourdough b...
18 Mar 2024
Gyms
Stockholm has been at the forefront of health and fitness trends for some time. Which means plenty of healthfood restaurants, as well as a huge selection of gyms. Whether you're a die-hard gym junkie who's new in town or, possibly even more likely - someone who has good intentions about getting off...
24 Jan 2024
Shoe shops
Stilettos, moccasins, sandals, wedges, wellies, boots, ankle boots, knee highs, sneakers - little wonder the Swedes say that shoes are a woman's best friend, but they're often just as important to men too. And whether you're a serious shoe fetishist, love an on-trend trainer or are more of a comfy s...
4 Dec 2023
Al fresco dining
There's not much that beats enjoying the warmth of the summer sun at an al fresco dining spot. Who wouldn't want to kick off the weekend with something good to eat, a glass of wine, a cold beer or a tropical cocktail - and get some colour in their cheeks at the same time? We've listed the best and b...
28 Mar 2024
Best shopping
Stockholm is renowned for being one of the most fashionable cities in the world and is an excellent shopping destination. You will find contemporary Scandinavian aesthetics and up-and-coming designers alongside high-street fashion labels and luxurious powerhouses. To help you navigate through this m...
26 Mar 2024
Pasta
We all love Italian food - especially when it comes to really delicious pasta. Visit one of Stockholm's Italian restaurants and fill your belly with pasta vongole, truffled macaroni or some other tasty dish, served "al dente". Below you'll find our recommendations for restaurants with particularly g...
26 Mar 2024
Glamping
If you prefer the great outdoors to come complete with creature comforts such as proper beds, luxury linen, wood-fired stoves and breakfast delivered to your door, glamping could be the thing for you. Glamping - "'glamorous camping" - is a relatively new concept in Sweden but a few places have hoppe...
22 Nov 2023
Semlor
"Semlor" (singular "semla") Lenten buns were traditionally eaten on Shrove Tuesday but are now available from January until Easter so if you're in Stockholm during this period don't miss the chance to sample these creamy, cardamom-scented delights. The competition among Stockholm bakers to make the...
12 Feb 2024
Indian restaurants
The fragrant flavours, the spices, the colours - Indian food ticks all the boxes. From exotic tikka masala, Punjabi-grilled meats and delectable dhal dishes worth queuing for, Stockholm offers an abundance of excellent Indian restaurants. Indian cuisine is famous for its tender lamb dishes, indulgen...
5 Mar 2024
First date
The first date can be really tricky. Where to go? What to do? How full-on, romantic or spontaneous should you be? The singles scene is as full of unwritten rules as Stockholm is full of date-friendly spots. To help you on your way we've rounded up some great ideas for things to do when you've taken...
27 Mar 2024
Restaurants in Kungsholmen
Kungsholmen was previously somewhat neglected by restaurateurs. However this bleak moment in history is long forgotten, Kungholmen has redeemed itself, hosting some of the best restaurants in Stockholm. Chic industrial-style venues, waterfront views and quaint neighbourhood restaurants are all part...
18 Mar 2024
Eyelashes
Tired of mascara, need party lashes for a night out or do you just want to perk up your peepers a little? You're not alone - getting your eyelashes done at a salon has become a real beauty trend in Stockholm. Lots of places offer lash dyeing and extensions, from single lashes to glamorous volume las...
4 Sep 2023
Cosy restaurants in Södermalm
Södermalm is packed with charming neighbourhood restaurants and cosy, atmospheric places to eat. Everything from candlelit French bistros and Persian restaurants to romantic elevated restaurant experiences with spectacular views. Slink into a relaxed little joint in SoFo, have a glass of wine on Mar...
27 Mar 2024