The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Gamla Stan
Description
When Stockholm's museums have locked their ancient doors, when the stores are all closed and people have retreated to the safety of their homes, this is when the empty streets of Stockholm's Old Town are handed over to the spirits, legends and to us. Stockholm's past will come to life on this 1,5 hour walking tour.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Parental discretion is advised for children under the ages of 8
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- The start time of the tour might change. IMPORTANT! Read the information about the starting time on your confirmation
- Short but sweet. By coming on the walk you agree to the following: If you should die, get hurt, faint or pass out, lose your false teeth, your eyes pop out or your eardrums breaks, wet yourself or anything else which might damage your health – it´s your own fault. You come on this walk at your own risk. If you fall down some old stairs, slip on a cobblestone, be set alight, squashed by a falling dead body, infected with the plague or even have all your hair turn white from fright, then we cannot be held responsible. You have been Warned!
- IF YOU ARRIVE TOO LATE TO THE STARTING POINT = YOU WILL MISS THE TOUR! (NO REFUND)
- Our tour is 80% Stockholm history, 10% smell, taste, feel the history and 10% humor and ghost/legends
- We take up to 38 guests per guide. Keep close so you want miss what the guide says (but do not get to close, you might get bitten)
Reviews(1,222)
Phenomenal tour. Christopher struck the perfect balance between history and theater in this tour and I couldn’t be happier. Nice wander around old town, a visit to the crypt, and followed up with a very tasty dinner! Do yourself a favor and book this tour!
So glad that you enjoyed our guide and tour. Thank you for recommending us
Didn’t cover a lot of ground on tour but was entertaining. A good way to start first day in Stockholm as see a bit of old city and get bearings .
Glad that you had a good way to start your first day in our lovely city Where History meets Mystery!
Equally fun for us adults who follow our grandchildren 9 and 11 years. Our guide Kristoffer was very entertaining and also historically knowledgeable. Highly recommended! We have already recommended friends and other family.
Vad kul att ni alla gillade vår vandring och guide. Tack för att ni rekommenderar oss!
The best ghost tour we have had
Wow! So glad to hear that
I would like to share my honest experience. Initially, I was not particularly excited about booking the tour; however, once I met Chris, my perspective completely changed. He was extremely positive, engaging, and had a great sense of humor, which made the entire experience truly enjoyable. I would confidently recommend this tour to my friends and others. For both my sister and me, it was an excellent experience, and I would rate it 10 out of 10. i select english tour
Glad that our guide changed your thought about the tour. We are so happy that you and your sister enjoyed our tour an guide. Thank you for recommending us (thank you also for the 10 of 10)
I would like to share my honest experience. Initially, I was not particularly excited about booking the tour; however, once I met Chris, my perspective completely changed. He was extremely positive, engaging, and had a great sense of humor, which made the entire experience truly enjoyable. I would confidently recommend this tour to my friends and others. For both my sister and me, it was an excellent experience, and I would rate it 10 out of 10.
Thank you!
Cody was so much fun and really got into character. I had a great time. Learned about some haunted history and had some laughs along the way - thank you!
Thank you! Glad that you had a great time with our guide
Very enjoyable and entertaining. Callum was very engaging and lots of fun.
Thank you! Glad that you enjoyed our tour and guide
If you're looking for a unique way to experience Stockholm, stop scrolling and book The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour in Gamla Stan. What begins as a ghost tour quickly turns into one of the most entertaining, informative, and memorable introductions to Stockholm's fascinating history. The real star of the evening was the tour guide. Equal parts historian, storyteller, actor, and comedian, they managed to bring centuries of Stockholm's past to life with remarkable energy and authenticity. It's one thing to recite historical facts; it's another to make medieval executions, royal scandals, plagues, murders, and ghostly legends feel genuinely captivating. The guide accomplished exactly that. As we wandered through the atmospheric alleyways and hidden corners of Gamla Stan, every narrow cobblestone street seemed to reveal another tale of intrigue, mystery, or misfortune. The stories were delivered with perfect timing, dramatic flair, and just the right amount of humor. There were moments when the group was hanging on every word, followed by bursts of laughter only seconds later. What impressed us most was the depth of knowledge. This wasn't a collection of recycled tourist anecdotes. The guide demonstrated a genuine passion for Stockholm's history and expertly connected historical events with the locations around us, making the city itself feel like a living museum—albeit one occasionally haunted by disgruntled spirits. The tour strikes a rare balance: educational without feeling like a lecture, theatrical without becoming cheesy, and spooky without relying on cheap jump scares. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a first-time visitor, or simply someone who enjoys a good story, there's something here to enjoy. By the end of the evening, we had learned more about old Stockholm in a couple of hours than we had from days of sightseeing on our own. Highly recommended. A fantastic blend of history, humor, and haunting tales that brings Stockholm's old town to life in the most entertaining way possible. Five stars—and thankfully, no paranormal surcharge.
Wow! Thank you so much for the review. So glad that you enjoyed our tour and guide.
Guide was great! Loved the stories and enjoyed seeing out of the ordinary places ...
Thank you! Glad that you liked our guide and tour
