7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Sweden 🇪🇸

Day 1: Stockholm 🏰

• Morning: Start your day with a visit to the iconic Gamla Stan (Old Town), explore the cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and Stortorget Square. Don’t forget to visit the Nobel Museum!
• Afternoon: Take a stroll around Djurgården Island, where you can find attractions like Skansen Open-Air Museum, Vasa Museum, and Gröna Lund amusement park.
• Evening: Enjoy a boat tour on Stockholm Archipelago or unwind at Skönheten Kajen with local food and drinks.
• Things to Know: Stockholm is an expensive city, so budget accordingly. Swedish people are known for their punctuality, so aim to be early for booked activities.

Day 2: Stockholm - Day Trip to Drottningholm Palace 🏰

• Morning/Afternoon: Spend the day exploring Drottningholm Palace, the private residence of the Swedish Royal Family. Don’t forget to visit the Chinese Pavilion and the Theatre Museum.
• Evening: Return to Stockholm and enjoy a quiet evening in the city.

Day 3: Uppsala 🏛️

• Morning: Take a train from Stockholm to Uppsala (approx. 1h). Visit Uppsala Cathedral and Gamla Uppsala, the ancient burial ground of Swedish kings.
• Afternoon: Explore University of Uppsala, one of Europe’s oldest universities, and enjoy a walk around the city center.
• Evening: Return to Stockholm.

Day 4: Vasa Museum (Stockholm) - Karlstad (by train) 🚆

• Morning: Spend the morning at the Vasa Museum.
• Afternoon: Take a train to Karlstad (approx. 3h).
• Evening: Explore Karlstad city center, and enjoy local Swedish cuisine.

Day 5: Vänerskärgård Archipelago - Åmål (by bus) 🚤

• Morning: Spend the morning exploring the beautiful Vänerskärgård archipelago, with its thousands of islands and clear waters.
• Afternoon: Take a bus to Åmål (approx. 2h).
• Evening: Enjoy a quiet evening in Åmål, known for its beautiful wooden houses.

Day 6: Grimsö Nature Reserve - Örebro (by train) 🌲

• Morning: Visit the Grimsö Nature Reserve, where you can enjoy hiking and birdwatching.
• Afternoon: Take a train to Örebro (approx. 1h).
• Evening: Explore Örebro city center, including Örebro Castle and the beautiful Ekebyhov Park.

Day 7: Stockholm (Departure) 🏰

• Morning/Afternoon: Take a train back to Stockholm for your departure. Spend some time shopping or visiting any attractions you may have missed at the beginning of your trip.
• Evening: Depart Sweden, taking with you unforgettable memories of your Swedish adventure!

Visa Requirements 🛬

Citizens of most countries do not need a visa for stays under 90 days in Schengen areas, including Sweden. Always check the latest requirements on the official Swedish Migration Agency website before your trip.

Transportation 🚗

Sweden has an excellent public transportation system, with trains, buses, and ferries connecting most major cities. Purchase a Journey Planner ticket for flexibility. Renting a car is also an option, but remember that driving in Sweden can be expensive due to high fuel prices and toll roads.

Enjoy your Swedish adventure! 🇸🇪🎉