Stockholm Ghost Walk with Sweden History Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels — primarily walking on flat but uneven terrain.
Overview
Step off Stockholm’s beaten path and into a 90-minute journey through dark folklore and chilling history. Sweden History Tours' Ghost Walk reveals the city’s eerie legends and medieval secrets hidden in shadowed alleyways.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Expect to walk on uneven cobblestone streets and forest paths for 90 minutes.
Bring a Warm Layer
Even summer evenings can be cool in Stockholm’s Old Town and nearby Vallentuna.
Arrive Early
The meeting point at Slottsbacken Obelisk can be busy—plan to arrive 10 minutes ahead.
Use Public Transport
Vallentuna is about 40 minutes by public transit from Stockholm, making the walk accessible.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common blackbird
- European red squirrel
History
This tour highlights Stockholm’s 1709-1712 pestilence outbreak and the medieval rituals used to combat death and disease.
Conservation
Sweden History Tours advocates respecting historic sites and natural areas by minimizing footprint and following local guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supportive shoes handle cobblestones and natural trails with ease.
Warm Jacket or Layer
Keeps you warm during chillier evening segments of the walk.
fall specific
Flashlight or Phone Light
Useful if the tour extends into dusk or low-light alleyways.
fall specific
Insect Repellent
Protects against mosquitoes in the natural areas near Vallentuna.
summer specific