What to do
Here you will find tips on top things to do in Sweden – from nature and outdoor activities to city weekends and round trips combining nature and urban experiences. Tips on cultural and culinary tourism activities are also included.
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Destinations
Design & ArchitectureDesign & Architecture

5 cultural must-visits in Småland

Swedish textile design – a perfect weave

5 design must-sees in Stockholm

Swedish furniture – a modernist story of enduring style

Discover Swedish design via glass and ceramics

Glasriket – a wonderland of glass

Swedish design

Western Harbour, Malmö

The magnificent Stone City of Sundsvall

Design lover’s top 10 in Stockholm

Where to find the best of Swedish interior design

Sweden's iconic red cottages: A story of colour and culture

8 Swedish designers with timeless appeal

Top 9 Swedish architecture must-sees

Västra Hamnen, Malmö

Top 6 design places to visit in northern Sweden

Swedish fashion – a story of substance and style

Sweden’s stone cities – a highlight of Swedish architecture

Top 5 design and architecture must-sees in Gothenburg

Borås - the capital of textiles
Nature & OutdoorsNature & Outdoors

Top nature experiences in West Sweden

Magical winter swimming in Sweden’s cold bath houses

Top 5 outdoor activities close to Gothenburg

Sweden’s west coast and islands

Alpine skiing in Sweden – from powder paradises to family-friendly resorts

5 nature experiences in Stockholm

Sweden's waterfalls – from thunderous cascades to fairytale trickles

Sweden's best cycling routes - enjoy an active holiday

Encounter Sweden’s wildlife at a safari

When and where to see the magical Northern Lights

Ice skating in Sweden

Swedish parks and gardens

Explore Gothenburg by bike

Blueberries: superfoods from Swedish nature

Discovering unique gems in Sweden accessible only by boat

Hiking in southern Sweden – the top trails

Sailing in Sweden

Soft adventures – all the adventure, less of the effort

When and where to see the magical Midnight Sun

Kayaking and canoe adventures in Sweden
Culture, history and artCulture, history and art

Malmö and The Bridge

Salmon, snaps and strawberries – how to do Midsummer like a Swede

Lucia – bearer of light, hymns and Swedish treats

“The people are what make Stockholm cool”

Music events in Sweden 2025

Uppsala – a hotbed of innovation

Discover Sweden's traditional Sámi culture and way of life

How to celebrate Christmas in Sweden

Unique Swedish homes you can visit

Culture in Malmö

15 festive Christmas markets in Sweden

Swedish crime fiction and Nordic noir

Swedish hits – the Eurovision winners' favourite spots

Sweden’s key modern museums – from north to south

The world of Astrid Lindgren – a vital part of Sweden’s cultural heritage

5 cultural must-sees in West Sweden

Kata Farm and Varnhem Monastery

Sweden has history museums about almost everything

Culture in Gothenburg

Experience a Swedish crayfish party
Eat & DrinkEat & Drink

Cinnamon buns and where to get the best ones

Top restaurants in Malmö – from street food to fine dining

9 sustainable Swedish food and drink experiences

'Surströmming' – the fermented herring that Swedes love

Nightlife in Malmö

Cafés in Malmö

Top 4 fish and seafood restaurants in Gothenburg

Swedish café culture – steeped in tradition yet forward-thinking

4 Swedish sweet treats you must try

Swedish food safaris on land – from foraging to truffle hunting

Swedish food and drink festivals for every taste

Princess cake ('Prinsesstårta') – recipe

The Edible Country

Fika like a Swede - not just a coffe break

Vegan meatballs with mash potatoes and cream sauce – recipe

Chocolate slices ('Chokladsnittar') – recipe

Nightlife in Stockholm

Swedish food culture - local produce, international flavours and forward thinking

Top restaurants in Gothenburg – from Michelin stars to street food gems

From fika to flatbread: 11 must-have Swedish food souvenirs
Family FunFamily Fun

Family fun across Sweden: amusement parks, water parks, and wildlife sanctuaries

Five eye-catching playgrounds in Stockholm

Travelling with kids in Sweden

Make the most of your family’s weekend break in Gothenburg

Top 6 outdoor activities in Småland with kids

Kayaking with kids in Sweden

Family-friendly nature adventures across Sweden
ShoppingShopping

Slow shopping or shop till you drop in Malmö!

Malmö’s multicultural Möllevången

Swedish craft items to treasure

Shopping in Stockholm

Five shopping streets in Gothenburg

Gothenburg: 5 local products to bring home

Artilleriet Interior Design

Shop on the hop

Top 5 design outlets in Sweden

Sweden's top spots for second-hand shopping
Round tripsRound trips

The Blue Highway – a riverside road trip through northern Sweden

Naturum, Vänerskärgården, Victoriahuset and Läckö Castle

Take a road trip in beautiful Skåne and Blekinge

Tour the Stockholm archipelago – a three-day adventure

How to combine Sweden with other Nordic countries

A trip to Sweden – an experience that truly offers something else

From castles to coastlines – a scenic road trip through Sörmland

On the road between Gothenburg and Stockholm – a cultural adventure

Vildmarksvägen – an epic drive on Sweden’s scenic Wilderness Road

12 Short trips in Sweden

Cultural train adventures starting from Sweden's city hubs

Roslagen – a taste of the good life in the coastal countryside
Sights & landmarksSights & landmarks

Explore Sweden’s smaller cities and towns

Götaplatsen

Uncover Sweden’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Birka – step back into the Viking Age

Top 10 things to do in Stockholm

Discover the Royal Palace in Stockholm

Royal Swedish palaces

The Gammelstad Church Village in Luleå

Stockholm Old Town

Tour the Swedish palaces and royal sites – a journey through history
