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Gamla Stan - Considered one of the best-preserved medieval cities in northern Europe, the entire island of “Old Town” has been designated a cultural landmark by the city. Spend an afternoon wandering its charming cobblestone streets and alleys, stopping in at its plentiful galleries and outdoor cafes.

The Vasa Museum – A world-class museum dedicated to the largest and best-preserved ship of its kind in the world, a 1620’s ship of war called the Vasa.

Skansen – A cultural park founded in 1891, this condensed version of Sweden contains more than 150 traditional buildings and an outdoor zoo for Scandinavian wildlife.

Moderna Museet – One of Europe’s foremost collections of modern and contemporary art from the 20th century to today, housed in a bright, spare building by architect Rafael Moneo.

Royal Palace – Although not the actual residence of the royal family, it is the official one. Today, visitors can tour the Royal Apartments and the three other museums exhibiting royal history and treasure.

City Hall – Designed in Sweden’s National Romantic style, this imposing building is one of Stockholm’s most prominent landmarks.

Millesgården – Located across the bridge from Stockholm proper on the island of Lidingö, this stunningly landscaped museum preserves sculptor Carl Milles’s home, studio, artwork, and collection of antiquities.

Boat Sightseeing Tour – A stunning way to see Stockholm, a variety of tours are available in a variety of languages.

Stockholm Archipelago – A unique landscape of more than 30,000 islands (only 150 of which are inhabited), the archipelago is sometimes referred to as “Stockholm’s Playground”. Take a ferry operated by Waxholmsbolaget to visit the island hotspots of Sandhamn, Vaxholm, or Grinda.

Drottningholm – A fine example of grand, palatial architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries, the royal family’s residence outside of Stockholm attracts more than 100,000 visitors a year. But there’s more than just opulent digs—be sure to check out the world’s oldest working theatre as well as the various gardens and whimsical buildings scattered about.