Hügge in the Scandinavian way: Top 15 attractions in Sweden

Drottningholm Palace

Drottningholm Castle is the residence of the Swedish monarchs, located on the picturesque Lake Mälaren. Members of the Swedish royal family still live in the castle, but visitors have the opportunity to walk through some of the halls of the residence and admire the luxurious interiors and picturesque gardens, in honor of which the castle is nicknamed "Versailles in miniature".

The chateau is surrounded by a picturesque park, which represents the features of Baroque style and is divided into two parts: French and English. There are green lawns with bushes of different geometric shapes, ponds and elegant bridges, as well as bronze statues and antique sculptures.

Vadstena Castle

Also one of the first things to visit is Vadstenský, to get a glimpse into a striking reminder of the state's glorious history. The fortress located on its territory is one of the oldest, because it was started to be built as early as 1545.

Not all tourists know that at first Vadstena Castle had 4 round towers, 3 residential buildings made of stone and several outbuildings. At a certain point, there was no need for fortification buildings, so they were hidden. The decision to turn the building into a historical monument was made in the XX century, for which extensive restoration works were carried out.

Vasa ship

The Vasa ship is the only surviving sailing ship of the 17th century. It was raised from the seabed in 1961.

Even the very sight of the ship inspires an adventurous mood, and inside you can learn all about its fascinating history, as there is now a maritime museum on board the failed flagship of the Royal Navy.

Stockholm Archipelago

More than 30 thousand islands unite the Stockholm Archipelago, the largest in Sweden and one of the largest in the Baltic Sea.

The islands here are famous for their tranquility, peaceful and sometimes diluted by the presence of nightclubs and bars. You can explore this archipelago by ferry, but if you're not up for a unique adventure, it's better to rent a boat.

Gamla Stan Old Town

This is the name of the historical center of the capital of Sweden - Stockholm, until the 80's called the City Between Bridges.

It was founded back in the XIII century, which is not difficult to guess, walking along the medieval paths, cobbled streets, houses in the style of North German Gothic. In the center there is a picturesque square known as Stortorghet. In 1520, it was there that the Danish king brutally massacred Swedish nobles. Many more sights of Sweden are concentrated in the Old Town of Gamla Stan.

Glimmingehus Castle

The famous Glimmingham Castle, where the fairy-tale Niels stayed, is also located in Sweden. The cunning system of traps for uninvited guests is in the best tradition of Gothic novels, and Adam van Duren's sculptures decorate the grand halls.

Kalmar Castle

Kalmar Castle is one of the most amazing places to visit in Sweden. Its history goes back 800 years, during which the castle has been an important strategic fortification. King Gustav I himself called it "key to the whole country" - and today, travelers have a chance to visit this historic location.

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Museum of the ABBA band

Globen Arena

Among the best attractions in Sweden is one of the largest spherical structures in the world. It hosts a huge number of prestigious competitions. SkyView. Many people come to this place just for a ride on it.

This is a great opportunity to see Stockholm as in the palm of your hand, make original photos and videos.

Liseberg Amusement Park

Liseberg Amusement Park, located in the city of Gothenburg in Sweden, receives 3 million visitors every year. It is easy to assume that it is one of the most popular parks of this type in the whole Scandinavia.

In winter, the park has a skating rink and a small Christmas fair, where you can taste traditional Swedish cuisine.

Sarek National Park

Sarek Park is known as Sweden's wildest national park. There is only one trail here, which is called the King's Trail. And anything away from the trail should be taken under your own power here.

In Sarek Park there are eight mountain formations with an altitude of more than 2000 meters above sea level. It is these mountain peaks that are the main target of tourists coming here.

It should be taken into account that these places are not for amateurs just to look at. Experienced travelers with good skills in mountaineering and long-distance hiking come to the park.

On average, a hike to a peak and climbing it takes about a week. And all this time thrill seekers are surrounded by pristine nature and amazing landscapes.

Nobel Museum

A relatively new monument was opened in the Swedish capital in 2001. As you know from the name, it is a place dedicated to the Nobel Prize and its laureates.

The museum is located in one of the most beautiful buildings of the 18th century. It was once a stock exchange. In order to tell people about Nobel laureates, achievements and the prize itself, exhibitions, films and theatrical performances are regularly organized here. A visit to the museum will not only be interesting, but also useful.

Museum of Modern Art

Don't forget to visit one of the best museums in Europe - the Museum of Modern Art in Stockholm. It features samples of modern art presented on the principle of time reduction.

Reviews about this place are very positive, going from hall to hall, it is simply impossible not to be amazed by the genius of modern artists. It should be noted that the meaning of some exhibits is not quite clear, but you can always ask the guide for explanations.

Stockholm subway

We conclude our selection with a location that most often opens tourist guides with Sweden in reverse.

Stockholm subway is called the longest art gallery in the world: this is the loud title given to Sweden's only subway, which has become the city's business card and landmark. If the New York subway is the first in terms of the number of stations, the Tokyo subway is the first in terms of passenger traffic, then the Stockholm subway is probably the most art-house.

The local subway opened in 1950, its stations are decorated with numerous murals, which tourists from all over the world seek to see every year.