Get to know Stockholm with a local Stockholmer - A historic and contemporary tour

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in English

Description

This walking tour will give you the best possible introduction to lovely Stockholm and the perfect highlight your stay here! You will learn about the most important and interesting historical events, while also getting to know the swedish culture from an insider. We will walk through some of the most beautiful streets in the city while we unravel its story. And you will get lots of valuable recommendations from a local stockholmer, which will help you navigate your time here in the best way.

We will be walking through the picturesque old town, which is the center island of Stockholm. It is the perfect place for learning about the history of Stockholm while giving you an overview of all the other islands. The tour will be a mix of historical events and contemporary facts, together with lots of fun and memorable details. You will learn about the beautiful sites, but also get a sense of the swedish life - both today and throughout history.

This tour is a unique experience, there are few better ways to get to know the culture and the city of Stockholm. So book now in order to secure your spot!

So excited to show you my hometown, see you soon!

P.S. I accept payments with cash (€,$,£ or SEK) and PayPal

Guide: Agnes

Guiding since 2022

Hello visitors of Stockholm and welcome to my fabulous hometown! I am a born and raised Stockholmer with a great passion for history, food and culture. I am also a well trained public speaker with a knack for storytelling and I especially love speaking about my hometown. In other words - being a tour guide is the perfect job for me! If you are looking for a geniune Stockholm experience with a true Stockholm expert - then you have come to the right place, I can't wait to teach you about my city! ✨

13 stops

2 hours

Meeting point:Gustav Adolfs torg 1, 111 52 Stockholm, SwedenI will be next to the yellow building at Gustav Adolfs Torg 1. You will recognize me by my blue, bird-printed umbrella 🕊Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Gustav Adolfs torg 1This is the square of Gustav II Adolf, also known as "The Lion from the North". I will introduce you to him, but also to Stockholm and Sweden in general. How does Sweden compare to other European countries, what is so special about Stockholm and how do other swedes feel about us stockholmers?

Outside visit

HelgeandsholmenThe political heart of Sweden! From here you can see the great lake Mälaren, which plays an important role in Stockholms development.

Outside visit

MynttorgetFamiliar with Greta Thunberg? And have you heard the history behind the Nobel Prize award? This is the place for swedish demonstrations, with the perfect view of the City Hall.

13 stops

2 hours

Outside visit

HelgeandsholmenThe political heart of Sweden! From here you can see the great lake Mälaren, which plays an important role in Stockholms development.

Outside visit

MynttorgetFamiliar with Greta Thunberg? And have you heard the history behind the Nobel Prize award? This is the place for swedish demonstrations, with the perfect view of the City Hall.

4.66

251 reviews

Professionalism

4.85

Entertainment

4.66

251 reviews

Professionalism

4.85

Entertainment

4.39

Communication

4.60

Quality

4.74

Route

4.62

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.