3 nights, 4 days
Stockholm 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)
A 4-day route through Stockholm grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026
The whole route at a glance
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DAY 1
Around Drottningholm Palace · Museums & galleries·Castles & palaces
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningDrottningholm Palace
Museums & galleries
Drottningholm Palace stands on Lovön Island near Stockholm and once served as the Swedish royal family's summer residence. The royal family still lives there today, but it remains a popular attraction open to visitors.
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After lunchHaga Palace
Castles & palaces · 9.9 km from the previous stop
A palace set within Haga Park on the outskirts of Stockholm, built between 1802 and 1805. Its Italian-style architecture blends with the park's green scenery, making it a lovely place for a walk.
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AfternoonRinkeby
Shopping & districts · 6.8 km from the previous stop
A residential area in Stockholm's Rinkeby-Kista district, built as part of the large-scale public housing initiative known as the Million Programme. It offers a glimpse into Sweden's history of urban development.
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EveningKista
Shopping & districts · 1.7 km from the previous stop
Kista is a district in northwestern Stockholm known for its concentration of IT and telecommunications companies. It offers a distinctly different atmosphere from the rest of the city.
DAY 2
Around Stortorget · Parks & gardens·Museums & galleries
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningStortorget
Parks & gardens
The oldest square in Stockholm, located in the old town of Gamla Stan. At year's end it draws crowds for a Christmas market featuring traditional crafts and food.
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After lunchNobel Prize Museum
Museums & galleries · 0 km from the previous stop
A museum in Stockholm where you can learn about Alfred Nobel's life and the stories of past Nobel Prize laureates. It offers a close look at the history and significance of the Nobel Prize.
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AfternoonStorkyrkan
Temples & religious sites · 0.1 km from the previous stop
Stockholm Cathedral is the city's oldest church, standing in the Old Town of Gamla Stan between the Royal Palace and the square. Its medieval interior paired with a Baroque exterior makes a striking impression.
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EveningGamla stan
Shopping & districts · 0.1 km from the previous stop
Stockholm's old town, located on the island of Stadsholmen. Its narrow lanes linked by bridges are perfect for a stroll steeped in old-world charm.
DAY 3
Around Stockholm Palace · Museums & galleries·Nature
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningStockholm Palace
Museums & galleries
Stockholm Palace stands on the island of Stadsholmen in Gamla Stan and serves as the official residence of the Swedish royal family. It sits right next to the Parliament House, making both easy to visit together.
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After lunchRoyal Armoury
Museums & galleries · 0.1 km from the previous stop
Sweden's oldest museum, located inside the Royal Palace in Stockholm. It houses royal armor, weapons, and costumes that reflect Sweden's military and royal history.
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AfternoonHelgeandsholmen
Nature · 0.2 km from the previous stop
A small island that forms part of Gamla Stan, Stockholm's old town, home to the Swedish Parliament House and the Stockholm Medieval Museum. It's connected by bridges to nearby islands, making it easy to explore on foot.
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EveningGerman Church
Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop
A German church located in Gamla Stan, Stockholm's old town. Part of the Saint Gertrude parish, it can be found tucked among the old town's charming, historic lanes.
DAY 4
Around Vasa Museum · Museums & galleries·Nature
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MorningVasa Museum
Museums & galleries
The Vasa Museum is a maritime museum in Stockholm, Sweden. Its exhibits on the sea and ships offer a glimpse into Sweden's maritime history.
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After lunchNordic Museum
Museums & galleries · 0.2 km from the previous stop
A museum on the island of Djurgården in Stockholm, Sweden. It displays artifacts related to Swedish culture and folklore from the early modern era to the present.
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AfternoonSkeppsholmen
Nature · 0.6 km from the previous stop
Skeppsholmen is an island in Stockholm connected by bridges to Blasieholmen and Kastellholmen. It's a pleasant walk from Kungsträdgården, passing the Grand Hôtel and the National Museum on the way.
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EveningMuseum of Far Eastern Antiquities
Museums & galleries · 0.2 km from the previous stop
A Stockholm museum that opened in 1926, established with the help of Swedish archaeologist Johan Gunnar Andersson. It showcases the history and artifacts of East Asia.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Drottningholm Palace, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Åkeshovs slott
3.0 km
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First Hotel Brommaplan
3.7 km · Bromma
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Ulfsunda Slott
4.9 km
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Hesselby Slott Hotell
5.2 km
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Good Morning+ Hägersten 3-star
5.2 km · Stockholm
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Mornington Bromma 4-star
5.3 km · Bromma
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Tours & tickets for this itinerary
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