Sweden 5 Day Itinerary

Sweden 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Stockholm

  • Arrival at Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
  • Visit the Vasa Museum, home to the world’s best-preserved 17th-century ship.
  • Explore Gamla Stan (Old Town), with its charming cobblestone streets and colorful houses.
  • Enjoy a Swedish Fika (coffee break) at a local café.
  • Evening visit to Skansen, the open-air museum showcasing traditional Swedish life.
  • Overnight stay in Stockholm.

Things to Know:

  1. Sweden is known for its cleanliness and politeness, so please respect local customs.
  2. Swedish is the official language, but English is widely spoken.
  3. Cash is less commonly used, especially in urban areas, so have a credit/debit card handy.

Day 2: Stockholm - Day Trip to Drottningholm Palace

  • Morning visit to Drottningholm Palace, the private residence of the Swedish Royal Family.
  • Afternoon at Gröna Lund, Stockholm’s amusement park.
  • Evening stroll along Skeppsholmen or Djurgården Islands.
  • Overnight stay in Stockholm.

Day 3: Gothenburg

  • Travel to Gothenburg by train (approx. 3 hours).
  • Visit the Museum of World Culture, explore Liseberg Amusement Park, and stroll along the Canal Walk.
  • Evening at the Haga District, known for its old wooden houses and charming cafés.
  • Overnight stay in Gothenburg.

Day 4: Western Archipelago

  • Boat trip to the Western Archipelago. Visit the island of Kållandsö, known for its beautiful beaches.
  • Afternoon at Skeppsholmen, a charming island with a rich history.
  • Evening back in Gothenburg.
  • Overnight stay in Gothenburg.

Day 5: Malmö

  • Travel to Malmö by train (approx. 3 hours).
  • Visit Malmö Castle, Turning Torso Tower, and the Moderna Museet Malmö.
  • Afternoon at Ribersborg Beach or visit Slottsparken for a picnic.
  • Evening at Stortorget, Malmö’s central square, and enjoy local cuisine.
  • Overnight stay in Malmö.

Visa Requirements: Citizens of many countries do not need a visa for stays under 90 days in Sweden. Please check the Swedish Migration Agency website to confirm your specific requirements.

Transportation: Sweden has an excellent public transportation system, with trains, buses, and trams connecting most major cities. Purchase a travel card for unlimited travel within a specific area or use the SL app for travel in Stockholm.