Step into Stockholm’s Old Town with Stockholmania Tours and discover the heart of Swedish royalty and history. This 3-hour journey reveals hidden corners and the grandeur of the Royal Palace.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with average fitness; primarily walking on mostly flat, paved surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Gamla Stan dates back to the 13th century and was a key trading center where the Baltic Sea meets Lake Mälaren, forming Stockholm's medieval core.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving historical stone streets and landmark buildings while managing tourist impact through guided access and controlled group sizes.
Stockholmania Tours
Step into Stockholm’s Old Town with Stockholmania Tours and discover the heart of Swedish royalty and history. This 3-hour journey reveals hidden corners and the grandeur of the Royal Palace.
Stockholmania Tours is a Stockholm-based tour operator offering guided walking and boat experiences across the city and archipelago. The company presents a multilingual program of tours focused on Stockholm’s architecture, history, maritime heritage and food culture. Signature experiences include visits to Stockholm City Hall (Il Municipio di Stoccolma), Blue Tour routes that reach Drottningholm Palace, guided walks in Gamla Stan, themed food walks such as A taste of Stockholm, and archipelago excursions to Vaxholm. Stockholmania Tours lists specialized itineraries named for districts—Östermalm, Norrmalm, Södermalm, Kungsholmen—and thematic routes like the Stockholm Metro Tour, Yellow Tour and historical walking tours. The operator also offers full-day options such as Stockholm in One Day and trips to nearby historic towns including Sigtuna and Uppsala. Tours combine onsite commentary, curated viewpoints and optional electric boat segments on perspectives or Baltic-focused routes. Information provided by Stockholmania Tours describes duration variations (for example, a 90-minute City Hall tour) and a mix of walking, boat, and market visits. Travelers can expect route descriptions and trip summaries when booking. Stockholmania Tours presents its offerings in multiple languages, with several tour titles appearing in Italian, French and English in published descriptions. The company’s program highlights major attractions — Royal Palace, Vasa Museum, Skansen, Drottningholm — alongside neighborhood walks and culinary stops. For visitors seeking tailored exploration of Stockholm’s land, sea and cultural life, Stockholmania Tours advertises a broad selection of guided experiences across the city and archipelago.
Booking details, availability and language options are listed on their official pages online.
Location
Stockholm
Based in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Land & Sea
Boat + Walks
City walks and archipelago boat trips
Guided Tours
Guided Tours
Tours led by local guides
Tours Offered
Dozens
Many itineraries and themes
Choose from walking tours, boat trips, food experiences and full-day itineraries — check availability and reserve online today.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour covers cobbled streets and palace interiors, so sturdy footwear is key for comfort.
Bring a Light Jacket
Weather in Stockholm can shift quickly, especially near the water; layering helps you stay comfortable.
Photography Permissions
Photography inside the Royal Palace is restricted—check with your guide to know where photos are allowed.
Arrive on Time
Meet at Slottsbacken 1 near the obelisk to start promptly and maximize your time in Gamla Stan.
Comfortable walking shoes
Cobbled streets and palace interiors require supportive shoes for stability and comfort.
Layered clothing
Adapting to Stockholm’s variable weather improves comfort throughout the tour.
Compact umbrella
Useful for occasional rain showers common in shoulder seasons.
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Small backpack or daypack
Carry water, snacks, and any extra layers without hindering movement.