30 second Travel Guide - Stockholm

Stockholm is one of the most knowledgeable and IT-intensive cities in the world, but it has always struggled to fight off its image as a cold and outrageously expensive capital. Until now. Sweden’s medieval metropolis, set on a stunning archipelago of over 30,000 islands, is fast becoming a top destination for business travellers. Here are our top tips for getting the most out of a trip to Scandinavia’s cheapest city.

the Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s old town, where you can see the Royal Palace and the famous church, Stor Kyrkan. On Djurgården island, you will find the excellent Vasa Museum and Skansen, an open air zoo and historical museum that attracts over 1.3 million tourists every year. Travel on the metro and you will be surrounded by masterpieces in the world’s longest art gallery, created by 140 artists for the network’s 90 stations.

to the Stockholm archipelago. With some of the world’s most spectacular and breathtaking scenery, you would be crazy to miss out on what the islands have to offer. The Stockholm ferries, Djurgårds Färjan, are the best way to take in the view, as well as the Vaxholms Båtarna, bigger ferries which will take you even further out into the archipelago.The city prides itself on its eco-friendly policies and is Europe’s least-polluted city. It is said that the water is so clean that you could go fishing in the city centre!

in Ostermalm for posh and exclusive labels; in Sodermalm for bohemian chic and outdoor bazaars; and in the City district for the main department stores, such as NK and Åhléns.consequat.

with the literary elite at the world-famous Gyldene Freden in Gamla Stan. Established in 1722, the restaurant still contains most of the original décor and surroundings at the time it was built. Several other good eateries can be found in the same area. A popular lunchtime choice is the Hotorgshallen, a vast indoor market where you can find specialities from across the globe and put together an impromptu picnic to enjoy in a nearby park. Alternatively, try the Kungsholmen (Norr Mälarstrand, Kajplats 464), a food hall-cum-lounge with seven different food stations to suit every taste.

at Café Opera (Karl XII’s Torg, Norrmalm), a trendy celebrity hangout. Marie Laveau (Hornsgatan 66, Sodermalm) is a popular place for lounging and clubbing. A must-see is the Absolut IceBar at the Nordic Sea Hotel. Definitely the coolest bar in town – the room temperature is -5°C. In the day, sample a ‘fika’ (Swedish coffee) at Xoko (Rorstrandsgatan 15), a stylish bakery serving up desserts, coffee and organic treats.

at the elegantly spacious Clarion Hotel (Ringvägen 98). This modern hotel effortlessly combines contemporary art, music and design to provide relaxation and comfort for its guests.

in summer and see Stockholm come to life in an array of food and culture festivals. You can fly to Stockholm from the UK on most airlines, including Ryanair, KLM and Scandinavian Airlines.

Nestled near the charming 18th century Haga Royal Park and overlooking the Bay of Brunnsviken, the Radisson SAS Royal Park Hotel is ideally located just 5 kilometres from Stockholm’s city centre. The hotel is housed in a historic manor home which has kept many of its original features such as the 19th century fireplaces, tall, airy ceilings and beautiful neoclassical exterior. With its leafy surroundings and charming atmosphere, the Radisson SAS Park Hotel is the ideal base to mix business with pleasure

Visit the Stockholm Tourist site: http://beta.stockholmtown.com/en/

We recommend you fly from Cardiff Airport: www.tbicardiffairport.com

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