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.
Find more attractions and activities by location at visitsweden.se.
Last updated 16 October 2024
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Destinations
Design & ArchitectureDesign & Architecture

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

Swedish design

Western Harbour, Malmö

The Gothenburg Town Hall

Design lover’s top 10 in Stockholm

Sweden’s stone cities – a highlight of Swedish architecture

Top 9 Swedish architecture must-sees

Swedish furniture – a modernist story of enduring style

Swedish fashion – a story of substance and style

Swedish textile design – a perfect weave

The enduring appeal of Swedish design

8 Swedish designers with timeless appeal

Västra Hamnen, Malmö

Glasriket – a wonderland of glass

Swedish design – beautiful everyday things

Top 9 design places to visit in southern Sweden

Top 6 design places to visit in northern Sweden

5 cultural must-visits in Småland

Discover Swedish design via glass and ceramics

5 design must-sees in Stockholm
Nature & OutdoorsNature & Outdoors

Biking through Malmö

Autumn and winter kayaking in Sweden - our top picks

Snowmobile tours and adventures

Swedish nature in Virtual reality (VR)

10 reasons to visit Stockholm’s archipelago off-season

Soft adventures – all the adventure, less of the effort

Top 5 outdoor activities in Malmö

Kayak or SUP along the river Säveån

When and where to see the spectacular Midnight Sun

When and where to see the magical Northern Lights

Top 8 lake vacations in Sweden – from wild swimming to kayak adventures

Sea kayaking on the Swedish west coast

Canoeing and kayaking in the land of lakes, rivers and archipelagos

Explore Stockholm archipelago

Coolcationing in Sweden: 11 ways to keep your holiday refreshing

National parks in Sweden – where myths and legends come to life

The gardens of Sweden – a botanist’s dream

The ultimate guide to cruising in Sweden

Hiking in southern Sweden – the top trails

The Pilgrim Path
Culture, history and artCulture, history and art

Swedish Easter – a joyous foodie feast

St. Martin’s Day

Swedish music phenomenon

Films from Sweden

Unique Swedish homes you can visit

Björn's artful recommendations for Stockholm

Midsummer in Dalarna: step by step

Welcome spring on Walpurgis Night (Valborg)

When and where to celebrate Midsummer in Sweden 2025

Outdoor art in Sweden – the highlights

Uppsala – a hotbed of innovation

ABBA The Museum in Stockholm

How to celebrate Christmas in Sweden

Culture in Gothenburg

Sweden has history museums about almost everything

The Swedes and their summer house

Experience Sweden from home

Sample the delights of Swedish Christmas food

Sweden's legendary Vikings – beyond the ruthless stereotype

Lucia – bearer of light, hymns and Swedish treats
Eat & DrinkEat & Drink

Swedish cuisine – from foraging to artisanal food

Cured salmon ('gravad lax') – recipe

The best Swedish meatballs and where to get them

Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes and lingonberries – recipe

Fika like a Swede - not just a coffe break

Nightlife in Malmö

Cinnamon buns ('Kanelbullar') – recipe

Vegan meatballs with mash potatoes and cream sauce – recipe

Swedish beer and beverages – a craft affair

Sample the diverse flavours of Uppsala

Top 4 fish and seafood restaurants in Gothenburg

Restaurants in Gothenburg

Stockholm under the rainbow

Top 5 Malmö restaurants

Swedish food and drink festivals for every taste

4 Swedish sweet treats you must try

Savoury cake ('Smörgåstårta') – recipe

All you need to know about the Swedish Semla

Cafés in Stockholm

9 sustainable Swedish food and drink experiences
ShoppingShopping

Artilleriet Interior Design

Shopping in Stockholm

Sweden's top spots for sustainable second-hand shopping

Top 5 design outlets in Sweden

Slow shopping or shop till you drop in Malmö!

Malmö’s multicultural Möllevången

Swedish craft items to treasure

11 Swedish design items made to be used

Five shopping streets in Gothenburg

Shop on the hop

Gothenburg: 5 local products to bring home
Round tripsRound trips

Plan the perfect trip: 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

12 Short trips in Sweden

Take a road trip in beautiful Skåne and Blekinge

The Blue Highway – a riverside road trip through northern Sweden

Roslagen – a taste of the good life in the coastal countryside

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

Naturum, Vänerskärgården, Victoriahuset and Läckö Castle

Cultural train adventures starting from Sweden's city hubs

Tour the Stockholm archipelago – a three-day adventure

On the road between Gothenburg and Stockholm – a cultural adventure
Sights & landmarksSights & landmarks

Top 10 things to do in Stockholm

Stockholm Old Town

The Gammelstad Church Village in Luleå

Uncover Sweden's impressive and lesser-known World Heritage Sites

Explore Sweden’s smaller cities and towns

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

Royal Swedish palaces

Discover the Royal Palace in Stockholm

Götaplatsen

Fårö – Ingmar Bergman's favourite island
