Discover Stockholm with FlixBus – Venice of the North within reach

Stockholm, called „Venice of the North”, stretches over 14 islands connected by 57 bridges, is one of the most beautiful capitals of Europe. It is a city that delights tourists with a combination of historical architecture, modern design and ubiquitous water. Thanks to the extensive FlixBus network, you will get here without any problems. And whether it is worth going to the Swedish capital and what you must see there, you will find out below 😉

What to see in the Swedish capital?

But where to start exploring Stockholm??? From the heart of Stockholm Gamla Stan, or Old Town. Narrow, cobbled streets and colorful tenement houses make up one of the best-preserved old urban complexes in Europe. The heart of the district is Stortorget – a picturesque square where trade used to take place, and today café life flourishes. Nearby, the Royal Palace is the official residence of the Swedish royal family with over 600 rooms, where a popular guard shift takes place every day at 12:15. Worth a visit is also the town’s oldest temple – the Storkyrkan Cathedral from 1210, with the famous statue of St. Anthony of Padua. Jerzy fighting the dragon.

Near the Old Town is the Vasa Museum, where you can admire the wreck of a 17th century warship that sank during a maiden voyage in 1628. After more than three centuries spent underwater, today the ship is presented in a specially designed building with ten exhibitions bringing closer life at sea at that time. It is an ideal place for history lovers.

Next is the Open Air Museum – the first of its kind in the world – which offers a journey through Swedish culture on 30 hectares. Over 150 historical buildings were gathered here, from Lapland huts to manors of nobles. In traditional workshops, craftsmen demonstrate old techniques of glass making, baking bread or blacksmithing. The open-air museum is also a zoo where you can see Scandinavian animals – elk, bears, lynx and wolves. The place is vibrant with life all year round, especially during traditional holidays such as Midsommar or Christmas, when festivals are organized with music, dances and local delicacies.

Stockholm’s true treasure is its surrounding archipelago – some 30,000 islands and islands. It is worth visiting Fjäderholmarna (20 minutes cruise from the center), Vaxholm with a historic fortress or Grinda, ideal for kayak trips. For lovers of sailing and sandy beaches, Sandhamn on the outer part of the archipelago will be a perfect destination.

Stockholm for gourmets – Swedish cuisine

Swedish cuisine is much more than just famous meatballs. The city food market Östermalms Saluhall – is an elegant hall from 1888, where we can try local specialties, from pickled herring to smoked reindeer.

In the summer, it is worth visiting Rosendals Trädgård – an organic city farm, where the café serves dishes prepared from products collected on the same day. For those looking for culinary experiences, the ideal place will be Restaurang Frantzén – a three-star Michelin restaurant combining Scandinavian and Japanese flavors 😉

Practical information for travelers with FlixBus

FlixBus offers regular connections to Stockholm from many European cities, including direct lines from Copenhagen, Oslo, Helsinki and Berlin.

From the station you can easily get to all districts of the city, thanks to the extensive metro network (Tunnelbana), which is an attraction in itself – the stations are richly decorated with murals and art installations, creating the longest art gallery in the world (110 km).

Stockholm offers the Stockholm Pass – a tourist card that allows free access to more than 60 attractions, museums and cruises on the archipelago. It is also worth considering purchasing an SL-Access card for public transport, which operates in the subway, buses, trams and some ferries.

Why visit Stockholm?

Stockholm is a city where everyone will find something for themselves! Clean air, public spaces full of greenery and water present at every step create a city that is easy to fall in love with.

Discover „Venice of the North” with FlixBus and see for yourself why this city is winning the hearts of tourists from all over the world!

For more information on connections and what other attractions await you in Stockholm, please visit: https://www.flixbus.se/.