It really is summer in Stockholm! If you're in the city and don't (like me) have to be cooped up in an office, this is the perfect time to find new favourite places to hang out. Here are ten places in Stockholm that we think are particularly lovely in the summer. What are your favourite summer spots in our capital city?
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10 favourite places for a summer in Stockholm
We list ten favourite places to hang out during a summer in Stockholm, in no particular order. Of course, there are also many other favourite spots in our great capital city. Feel free to share your best tips in the comments section!
1. Djurgården
Djurgården offers both beautiful natural areas and charming old houses in Djurgårdsstaden. Of course, Djurgården also has famous museums and nice restaurants. If you want a peaceful oasis, you can walk on to Beckholmen - a small island with small red cottages in the centre of town.
2. the big shadow
Stora Skuggan is a historic area in the National City Park on Norra Djurgården in Stockholm. There are large green areas, several cultural-historical houses, a 4H farm with farm animals, and a few restaurants nestled in the greenery. It's hard to believe you're in the big city!
3. Skeppsholmen
It's great to walk around Skeppsholmen during the summer in Stockholm and look at all the ships that are moored here. Each boat has its own personality! There are also several museums here, such as the Moderna Museum and the East Asian Museum.
4. old town
It's hard not to like the Old Town, with its old squares and historic neighbourhoods. You can definitely come here to hang out in cafés and restaurants. Or why not take a city walk? We went on a walking tour once where we learnt all about brothel mothers and executioners.
5. Östermalm
Walking along Strandvägen is just as nice every summer in Stockholm, with the grand houses on one side and all the little ferries on the other. From here you can take boat trips out to the archipelago, or perhaps the tram out to Djurgården. If you like history, a walking tour of the city can also be interesting.
6. Medborgarplatsen
Medborgarplatsen, or Medis as it's known, really comes alive in the summer with all the outdoor seating that opens up over much of the square. A beer in the sun here is not a bad idea, while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere that characterises the whole of Söder. (You'll have to close your eyes to the grey autumn picture and imagine summer!)
7. Hornsberg beach
Hornsberg beach is located on Kungsholmen, opposite the marina where we live. There is a nice promenade lined with outdoor gyms, barbecue areas and bathing jetties. On warm days, it quickly becomes crowded with sunbathers on the grass, along the jetties and in the restaurants.
8. Lake Karlberg
Another area close to us is the area around the Karlberg Canal and Lake Karlberg. Here you can walk along the water and the boats, the allotment gardens and of course, Karlberg Castle. Many people also sunbathe on the grass, buy ice cream at the popular Fryst or rent stand-up paddle boards.
9. pampas marina
Of course, we mustn't forget to mention our own favourite hangout in this city, the marina where we enjoy the summer weather in our houseboat! On hot summer days, the boats go in and out of the marina and the restaurant K4's outdoor seating area quickly becomes full.
10. Vaxholm
If you want to make a small excursion from the most central parts of Stockholm, it is not wrong to take a trip to Vaxholm! This is a real summer idyll with charming houses, nice outdoor cafés and opportunities for sunbathing and swimming. Summer in Stockholm at its best!
Summer in Stockholm - where do you prefer to hang out?
What are your favourite places to hang out during a summer in Stockholm? Tell us!
Lennart says:
Stockholm is a lovely summer city with lots of water!
31 May 2018 - 6:48
Helena says:
Can only agree! 🙂
31 May 2018 - 9:48
Anna / Boihusbil says:
I love being in Stockholm for a summer day or two. There are always new areas to discover, new restaurants and lots of people to meet. A good list to use when your imagination runs out next time. Have a nice day in the sun!
31 May 2018 - 7:45
Helena says:
Of course it does! Even we who live here have lots to discover! 🙂
31 May 2018 - 9:48
Lena - good for the soul says:
Stockholm is a fantastic city with so many wonderful things to see and experience!
Hug Lena
31 May 2018 - 8:09
Helena says:
And extra nice now in the summer! 🙂
31 May 2018 - 9:49
Inga Magnusson says:
Stockholm is beautiful, especially in the summer and in good weather. Vasaparken is a nice area, large and green in the city. You are supposed to be able to fish in Stockholm as well, although we have never tried it.
31 May 2018 - 8:21
Helena says:
I agree, Vasaparken is nice! And you can probably fish a little here and there. Have seen guys who got eels on their hooks in our marina 😉.
01 June 2018 - 14:18
Ama de casa says:
When Stockholm shows itself from its best side, it really is the most beautiful city in the world 🙂.
Not that I have visited all of them, but of the ones I have seen anyway. Just the variety of city, countryside and archipelago in one. Unbeatable!
31 May 2018 - 9:19
Helena says:
Agree that Stockholm is an incredibly nice city! 🙂
01 June 2018 - 14:19
Liniz Travel says:
Great tips! Agree with all of them! Even Fjäderholmarna is a favourite! Hugs
31 May 2018 - 13:05
Annar Aas says:
Think like you but also think the water and the restaurants in BREDÄNG Klubbenborg and Lyran are worth a mention. Especially for those who camp.
31 May 2018 - 17:58
Ditte says:
I love being at Karlberg and the park there. Cosy with a picnic there. I can now dispense with Medis in favour of "Fåfängan" or the very cosy "Boule &Berså" on the other side of Henrikddalsbron. Monteliusvägen in Söder is another favourite. Nice to bring a picnic and enjoy Stockholm from there. Vaxholm is always nice and Djurgården - we do a bike ride there from time to time. Otherwise, Söder offers a lot of things and an evening in VItabergsparken or the Park Theatre is nice The walks along Årstaviken we like and there are many cosy "water holes".
Yes, Stockholm is fantastic.
31 May 2018 - 19:45
Matts Torebring says:
The whole city is beautiful and you can't pick one or the other.
31 May 2018 - 20:40
Helena says:
It is really nice in many places in Stockholm! 🙂
01 June 2018 - 14:20
BP says:
I totally agree! After today's visit to Norra Djurgårdsstaden, I can safely say that the new neighbourhood would fit on your list. During the summer, Stockholm is the finest and most beautiful city in the world:-)
31 May 2018 - 21:06
Helena says:
Interesting to see the pictures from Borra Djurgårdsstaden! Very special!
01 June 2018 - 14:21
Role o Carina says:
Surely it is a beautiful summer city! 🙂
Have fun and enjoy....
31 May 2018 - 22:48
Helena says:
Thank you very much! 🙂
01 June 2018 - 14:21
World by Tina says:
You have missed the barbecue evenings in Tantolunden and the sunset on Skinnarviksberget. I've never been a big fan of Stockholm in the summer, but when I visited my best friend last week, she showed me Stockholm from its best side =).
01 June 2018 - 10:55
Helena says:
Yes, it's probably because I don't hang out there much. But it's probably a shame! May try to get there on occasion! 🙂
01 June 2018 - 14:22
None says:
Great list!
1. The outdoor theatre in the south is nice, where Katarina Street ends.
2. And Långholmen.
3. And that green hill at Stadsgårdskajen, are there still balloons above it?
4. The green, breezy down by the water.
5. The northern part of Humlegården is good for picnics.
Ha! You made me think with your great list 🙂 .
01 June 2018 - 12:32
Helena says:
Wow, what great tips! Thank you so much! It is very good to think, and also get tips from others. There are so many nice places in Stockholm!
01 June 2018 - 14:24
Maria's Memoirs says:
Skeppsholmen (+ Kastellholmen) and Old Town are really among my absolute favourites from what I've seen so far! And Hagaparken, wonderful! Here I have blogged about my last trip to Stockholm (a couple of years ago): http://mariasmemoarer.com/2016/august/stockholm-2016-en-sammanfattning-2.html
02 June 2018 - 19:42
Travel Friday says:
Djurgården, Söder and Gamla stan... but really most places. Stockholm is fantastic.
06 June 2018 - 22:11