Self-Guided Tours In Stockholm With 100 Captivating Audio Stories

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1. One of 100 location-based stories to explore: We are now standing at Stortorget, one of the most picturesque and lively squares in Gamla Stan, Old Town, in Stockholm. This square is known for its colorful buildings and its significance in Stockholm's history. Explore according to your own pace and interests. All you need is a smartphone with internet access and your favorite pair of headphones. No cumbersome downloads required, get going directly from your browser. Start and stop your journey at any time, at any place.

   10 min

2. You are now standing in the place where Västerlånggatan and Österlånggatan meet. The name translates to ‘the Iron Square’ and reminds us of the iron industry that was present here until 1662. This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

   10 min

3. Welcome to the Royal Palace in Stockholm, a place that is not only royal but also full of exciting stories and anecdotes. The current palace was built in the 18th century and consists of no less than 1,430 rooms, of which 660 have windows. Today, it is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Stockholm. But did you know that the palace has a secret that most tourists are not aware of...? This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

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4. Hello and welcome to Mårten Trotzigs Alley in Gamla Stan, Stockholm's Old Town. If you can fit, that is. You are standing in Stockholm's narrowest alley, which is only 90 centimeters at its narrowest point. Can you touch both sides at the same time?  This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

   10 min

5. Built in the 1920s, Stockholm City Hall is one of the city's most impressive buildings. It is well known for its tall tower that rises above the city skyline, offering a fantastic view of the city. Did you know that it took more than 12 years to build and that the construction was decided through a competition among Sweden's most prominent architects? This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

   20 min

6. Berzelii Park owes its name to the esteemed Swedish chemist, Jöns Jacob Berzelius, a true pioneer in the field. The park's creation commenced in 1852 under the guidance of Knut Malte Forsberg, and it was officially inaugurated on a sunny morning on July 13, 1858. This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

   10 min

7. Djurgården is a part of the Royal National City Park, a sprawling green oasis that beckons visitors from near and far. As you set foot on this enchanting island, be prepared to be captivated by its numerous sights and the lushness of its nature, adorned with majestic ancient oaks.

   10 min

8. Drottninggatan, “Queen’s Street”, stretches parallel to Vasagatan and Sveavägen, creating a bustling thoroughfare that intersects with a series of charming streets. This car-free haven is a shopaholic's dream, adorned with a myriad of stores and boutiques, but Drottninggatan has also witnessed its share of tragic events...  This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

   10 min

9. At the heart of Östermalmstorg lies the iconic Östermalm Market Hall (Östermalmshallen), a true paradise for food enthusiasts. Step inside this culinary haven, which first opened its doors in 1889, and prepare to indulge your senses. This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

   10 min

10. Welcome to Nordiska Kompaniet (NK), the luxurious department store that adds elegance and style to the city of Stockholm. NK attracts an impressive twelve million visitors each year. With a total staff of approximately 1,200, NK is a bustling hub of activity. This is only one of the 100 different location based stories you can choose to pass by!

    10 min

11. Welcome to Birger jarl's tower, a hidden gem in Stockholm! Despite its impressive and somewhat confusing history, this tower is often overlooked by tourists. But fear not, we'll unravel the mysteries surrounding this fascinating structure.

    10 min

12. Welcome to Brunkebergstorg, a place with a more fascinating history than you might have imagined! This modern square actually has its roots in the distant past. In fact, the Battle of Brunkeberg took place right here on Brunkeberg Ridge on October 10, 1471.

    10 min

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Know before you go

How it compares in Stockholm

• Its from-price is 99% below the median of the 40 day trips we list in Stockholm.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 15 of 40.

About Stockholm

Stockholm is Sweden's capital, spread across islands where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic, with a medieval old town, royal palaces and a vast archipelago.

Stockholm stands on fourteen islands joined by bridges, with water in nearly every view. Gamla Stan, the medieval Old Town, has cobbled lanes, the Royal Palace, the cathedral Storkyrkan and Stortorget square. The Vasa Museum houses a seventeenth-century warship that sank on her maiden voyage in 1628 and was raised in 1961, one of the best-preserved ships of its age.

Top-ranked sights in Stockholm: Stockholm Royal Palace (Kungliga Slottet), Stockholm Old Town (Gamla Stan), Vasa Museum (Vasamuseet).

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