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Best walking tour in Stockholm
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The meeting point of the walking tour in Stockholm is the Royal Swedish Opera. From here you’ll discover the best attractions of Stockholm. The big square of Gamla Stan is the most important attraction of the city. It’s located in the historic center of the Swedish capital and precisely at the highest point of the island. It was the seat of the market in medieval times, and today the square is still the meeting point for locals. In the center of the square is the Stortorgsbrunnen, an 18th-century monument that marks the exact center of Stockholm. Here you can admire the typical and colorful houses, a symbol of the city. Don’t forget to take a photo here! Among the most interesting buildings, you will observe the Schantzska huset, decorated with some statues of Roman soldiers, and the Börshuset, the old headquarters of the Stock Exchange.
Skansen
Then you can’t miss the iconic Skansen, an open-air museum.
Skansen is one of Sweden’s most famous symbols. It is the oldest open-air museum in the world. Here you will also find the city’s only zoo. During the summer, you’ll attend a show of Swedish folk dances every evening. In this place, you can discover the history and culture of Sweden from the 18th century onwards. The complex was built by Artur Hazelius, who wanted to reproduce the lifestyle and culture of Sweden. He bought a hundred houses from all over Sweden and brought them to Stockholm. The goal was to reproduce typical Swedish houses and businesses. Once they arrived in the capital, the houses were reconstructed on this site. In Skansen, you can admire a complete picture of traditional Sweden.
The Royal Palace of Stockholm
The tour continues to the best building in Stockholm: the Royal Palace.
The Royal Palace is one of the largest residences in the whole of Europe. This place is one of the distinctive buildings of the Baroque. It has more than 600 rooms, divided between seven floors. It’s still today the official residence of the King of Sweden, although it is only used for official ceremonies. Outside, there is a semicircular courtyard, where the changing of the Swedish royal guard takes place. During the change, the guards march for more than half an hour. During the internal visit, you will be able to visit the royal apartments. These are super luxurious rooms, full of decorations typical of the Swedish monarchy. You will also see the Royal Chapel: a 17th-century chapel decorated in marble and gold. You can also visit a room, inside which the best jewels of the Swedish monarchy are located.
Stockholm City Hall
You can’t miss the visit to Stockholm City Hall!
Stockholm City Hall is one of the most famous monuments in Sweden. It is a popular tourist attraction, it fascinates many visitors every year. It’s known all over the world because the Nobel Prize ceremony takes place here every year. It is the venue for the ceremonies, dinners, and balls of the Nobel Prizes. This distinctive reddish-brown brick building is situated on the shores of Lake Mälaren. This place was inspired by various architectural styles, including the Doge’s Palace in Venice. It is considered a masterpiece of 20th-century architecture. Inside, you can find several attractions, including a restaurant where you can taste the same menu served during the annual Nobel Prize dinner. You can also visit the town council hall and climb the Stockholm City Hall tower. From here you can admire the famous Stockholm skyline characterized by colorful buildings.
现代穆西
For a great cultural visit, you have to try a visit to the 现代穆西.
The Moderna Museet is considered Sweden’s most important museum of modern and contemporary art in Stockholm. This important museum is located on the island of Skeppsholmen. It was designed by a Spanish architect, Rafael Moneo. Here you’ll find works by Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Matisse, Duchamp, and Louise Bourgeois. The Moderna Museet, therefore, houses one of the most important collections in Europe relating to the 20th century. From this museum, you can also admire the beautiful panorama of Strandvägen. It’s one of the most beautiful streets in the Swedish capital.
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The meeting point of this walking tour is the Royal Swedish Opera.
