Explore Stockholm’s Tunnelbana: The World’s Longest Art Gallery Underground
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect moderate walking and standing time.
Overview
Discover Stockholm's Tunnelbana, the world’s longest underground art gallery, on a captivating two-hour guided tour. Explore sculpted rock stations adorned with unique Swedish art from past decades.
Tunnelbana Tour
Alla scoperta della metro di Stoccolma, la galleria d'arte più lunga del mondo - DURATA: 2 ore
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About This Adventure
Discover the unique beauty of Stockholm's metro, the world's longest art gallery! This captivating two-hour tour takes you through stunning stations carved from rock, showcasing Swedish art history and innovative techniques. Starting at Kungsträdgården, explore the most striking stations and experience a journey that blends the past with the future.
Discover the unique beauty of Stockholm's metro, the world's longest art gallery! This captivating two-hour tour takes you through stunning stations carved from rock, showcasing Swedish art history and innovative techniques. Starting at Kungsträdgården, explore the most striking stations and experience a journey that blends the past with the future.
Adventure Tips
Plan for Two Hours
The full tour lasts about two hours, so wear comfortable shoes and bring water to stay refreshed.
Start at Kungsträdgården Station
Meet outside Kungsträdgården metro station for easy access and a perfect introduction to the tour.
Bring a Camera
Many stations feature stunning lighting—capture these underground masterpieces with your camera or smartphone.
Use Public Transport to Return
After the tour, use the metro or buses to easily return to your accommodation in Stockholm’s city center.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban birds found in some open-air station areas
- Fish species visible in nearby waterways from metro bridges
History
Stockholm’s Tunnelbana was opened in 1950 and transformed city transit by integrating progressive public art as part of urban development.
Conservation
The city actively maintains the art and emphasizes eco-friendly public transport to reduce emissions and preserve urban quality of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating stations and walking between metro stops.
Light jacket or sweater
Subway stations can be cool and damp in spring, so a light layer is useful.
spring specific
Camera or smartphone
To capture the unique artworks and station interiors.
Metro card or contactless payment
Needed for metro rides during the tour.