City Hall, Old Town & Vasa Museum - all-in-1 guided experience
Description
Spending the weekend and looking to learn some Swedish and Stockholm history? Unsure of what to do on a day trip to Stockholm but want to hit all the must-sees in one go? Arriving by cruise and only have a couple of hours to spare in the city? If you are looking for a special local tour of Stockholm's main landmarks, with an English speaker as your guide, then look no further, this tour is for you! Guided walking excursion through: - the courtyard of City Hall - the streets of the Old Town (Gamla Stan) - & inside of Vasa Museum in a small group (Vasa entrance ticket included in the price). Allotted time for walking and taking the ferry is included in the total duration. We guarantee: - small groups of max 10 guests for a cozy experience - 1-on-1 time with our expert guides so you can ask all the questions you want - unique local insights curated to your interests - accommodation of your accessibility needs (write us a message if you have any)
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Itinerary
Stockholm's City Hall is one of the most recognizable Stockholm landmarks. Not only a sight to be admired, but also a great viewpoint of the city, you will learn about all the Swedish history and culture its own walls are secretly begging to tell.
Dating back to the Middle Ages, as we walk through the narrow alleys and royal squares of the Old Town, you will be transported to medieval times and live through the tales of legendary heroes and infamous foes who once conquered and lost this city. From the Vikings to the burghers and the nobility, Sweden's past may be bloodier than you believe.
A not-to-be-missed unique piece of nautical heritage - a 17th-century ship that is still turning heads and making our jaws drop in awe. Discover the most tale-telling features of the ship and find out why she sank on her maiden voyage almost 400 years ago!
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(46)
Anna was were informative and knew exact history of each place. she was patient and gave us enough breaks.
We were blessed to have a very small group and an amazing tour guide Olesia. She was so friendly and a great narrator.
Olesia was an excellent guide - very informative and enthusiastic. A warm and personalised experience.
We had a wonderful walking tour with our guide Olesia! She was very nice and extremely knowledgeable about the area. We highly recommend this experience to get to now more about City Hall, Gamla Stan and the Vasa Museum.
After the initial confusion over the meeting place I found the tour good. Ana our guide was very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited & kept the tour interesting. The Vasa museum is a must see
Great guide and introduction to the Old Town and the Vasamuseet
Tak for din feedback! Vi vil sørge for at fortælle din guide, Olesia, at du nød din oplevelse med hende. Med venlig hilsen, Frankie
It was cold, and sometimes windy and wet, so we were the only two on the tour but with two guide trainees. NOTE THAT THE CITY HALL PORTION IS OUTSIDE ONLY. That wasn’t clear from the tour title. We also had to pay the modest cost for the ferry from Gamla Stan to the island with the Vasa Museum. Anna, our tour guide was very good. The tour ends at the Vasa Museum and you’ll probably want to stay and see more after the “tour” ends.
Dear James, thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it. Sad to hear that you felt cold - Stockholm can get very windy and rainy in the springtime. You are right that the *inside* of the city hall isn't included, which is also stated in the product listing, in case you missed that! We try to be as transparent as possible with what's included in the pricepoint, like for example, the Vasa Museum entry tickets, as described on the tour listing that you selected here on this platform, as guests often miss this key information. Unfortunately, in order to go inside the City Hall's walls, you must pre-book a time slot directly through the City Hall's website only. Hope that clears things up a bit and thank you again for sharing your thoughts with us. Best regards, Frankie
Great guided tour of Stockholm with a perfect balance of history and practical insights. We started at City Hall, learning about its architecture, the Three Crowns symbol, and the origins of the city. From the waterfront, we looked over Gamla Stan and Riddarholmen, with clear explanations of how the different islands developed and who lived there. Walking through the Old Town, we explored narrow medieval streets, saw rune stones built into walls, and heard stories about everyday life in the past. At key locations like the main square, cathedral, and Royal Palace, the guide consistently connected places to specific Swedish rulers, which made the history much easier to understand and remember. Highlights included the royal burial church on Riddarholmen, the site of the Stockholm Bloodbath, and the Royal Palace. The tour ended with a ferry to Djurgården, where we visited the Vasa Museum. A big added value was that the guide also shared great recommendations on what else to see in Stockholm after the tour. Very informative, well-paced, and engaging throughout—highly recommended.
Thank you very much for this very kind and thoughtful review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. All the best, Frankie
Frankie gave one of the best guided tour we've experienced. Very informative and educational. She answered all questions with enthusiasm and you feel her love and admiration for the city of Stockholm. Great job Frankie!
Hi Greg,, thank you so much for your kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed your tour with me! Come back any time and book your next experience directly on our website xperiencesthlm.com for the best value! Happy travels, Frankie
Our tour with Ana of Vasa Museum and Old City 28/08/25 Ana proved to be an exceptional guide. She effortlessly conveyed her enthusiasm for her topic, and shared the depth of her knowledge. She had a light touch and a sense of humour. We particularly liked that she was a keen researcher. For example, when we asked her about a topic she didn’t have an immediate answer to (the positioning of a tall factory chimney in a square of palatial buildings) she looked it up during her break. We not only learned about why the chimney was there, it was the remains of building originally purposed for newspaper publishing, we also learned something of how the publishing industry operated at the time. This might just be our pleasure to know about how things work, but Ana joined in and made it important. The tour was delightful. We would recommend Ana as a guide to anyone thinking of taking a tour around Stockholm. Susie and Tony
Dear Susie and Tony, Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour of the Vasa Museum and Old City. It was such a pleasure guiding you, and I loved our conversations along the way. Your curiosity and thoughtful questions made the experience even more special for me. I truly appreciate your review, and I hope our paths cross again one day! There’s always more to explore in Stockholm! Warm regards, Ana
