The 15 Best Walking Tours in Sweden

1.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,206 reviews · from $31Our pick

Walk Stockholm’s Gamla Stan for 1.5 hours with a Swedish- or English-speaking guide. Expect narrow lanes, old walls, courtyards, plague stories, executions, murders, myths, and a crypt finale. Guides such as Callum, Chris, Cody, Reece, and Louis are known for lively, funny storytelling.

“This was so much fun. Chris (our friendly guide) was an entertaining storyteller who showed us around Gamla Stan by lantern. We stopped at different locations to hear intriguing stories of old. A great way to enjoy this beautiful old town by night - 100% recommend.”

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2.Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,175 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

Start at Gustav Adolfs torg and walk through Stockholm’s Old Town with an English-speaking guide such as Gaia, Sophie, Aggie, or Dante. Expect stories about Swedish politics, royal life, Nobel prizes, the Stockholm bloodbath, and local customs, ending at Stortorget after about 2.5 hours.

“Well informed and accessible tour guide, a clever planned route. All of the Old Town covered in 2.5 hours”

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3.The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,165 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Walk through Gamla Stan for 90 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Chris, Callum, Reese, or Cody. Expect medieval lanes, hidden courtyards, murder tales, plague stories, executions, myths, humor, and a possible visit beneath the German church. Dress warmly and wear shoes with a firm grip.

“Chris was a fantastic guide really bringing the stories to life and made the tour so engaging. A real highlight to our holiday. Would highly recommend including this tour in your experiences here in Sweden.”

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4.Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 719 reviews · from $15

Walk Stockholm’s medieval center with an English-speaking Nordic Freedom Tours guide. In two hours, you’ll see Gamla Stan’s lanes, the German Church, Mårten Trotzigs Gränd, the Iron Boy statue, Stockholm Cathedral, the Nobel Museum, Riddarholmen Church, and the Royal Palace. Guides such as Julia, Ben, and Kenze are known for clear stories and useful local tips.

“Julia did a fab job showing the Stockholm old town to our small group. Would highly recommend booking this tour!”

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5.Best of Stockholm Walking Tour-3 Hours, Small Group max 10 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 645 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $49

Spend about three hours walking from Centralplan through Gamla Stan and central Stockholm with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see Stortorget, the Royal Palace, Storkyrkan, Riddarholmen, City Hall, the narrow Mårten Trotzigs gränd, and the Royal Opera. Guides such as August, Berna, Zenid, Lise, and Michael are praised for history, humor, and practical local tips.

“This walking tour of Stockholm was great! Michael was our guide and he was so knowledgeable and friendly. We did this our first day in Stockholm and I would recommend it to anyone coming here for their first time.”

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6.The Nordic Food Walk Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 642 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $122

Spend four hours tasting Swedish classics and modern bites with a local guide such as Cotton, Teresa, or Sarah. Visit Östermalms Saluhall, K25, Hötorghallen, specialty food shops, and a café in Gamla Stan. Expect plenty of walking, small-group conversation, one glass of wine, and a generous introduction to Swedish food culture.

“Our family has been on many food tours and this was one of the better ones. Our could-have-been-a-James-Bond tour guide Cotton was extremely knowledgeable about not only the history of the foods we sampled but how they were prepared. A very nice variety of foods were offered. It was an excellent experience!”

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7.Walking Tour of Stockholm’s Old Town, Gamla Stan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 451 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $13Best value

Walk through Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with an English-speaking guide on a relaxed two-hour route from Mälartorget to the Royal Palace. You’ll see Iron Boy, Riddarholm Church, Prästgatan, Stortorget, Storkyrkan, and Europe’s narrowest alley. Guides such as Ben, Märta, Helena, and Caroline are praised for clear storytelling and useful local tips.

“An easy walking tour of the old town, entertaining and informative, our guide Ben really enjoys showing visitors around.”

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8.Old Town Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 344 reviews · from $52

Walk Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with Kiki, an Authorized Stockholm Guide and native English speaker. In a group of up to 10, you’ll follow cobbled lanes past the main square, German church, Royal Palace, St. George and the Dragon, and Stockholm’s Cathedral, with stories, local tips, and time for questions.

“Kiki the guide was extremely knowledgeable, weaving in interesting historical events, architecture with museum and food recommendations. Very fun. Highly recommend.”

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9.Old Town Guided Walking Tour (English / Deutsch)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 284 reviews · from $29

Walk through Gamla Stan with a local English or German-speaking guide, stopping at Stortorget, the Royal Palace, Stockholm Cathedral, Riddarholmen, and Mårten Trotzigs Gränd. Historic pictures bring old Stockholm to life, and the tour ends with a small Swedish fika and local tips sent by WhatsApp.

“This tour was a great way to spend a couple hours getting to know Stockholm and it's midevil history. our guide, Sophie, was very knowledgeable and used visual aids that helped to visualize what life in Stockholm was like pre modern era! Thank you Sophie.”

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10.Old Town Walking Tour, stories and secrets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 275 reviews · from $16

Spend two hours walking Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with an English-speaking guide such as Sara, following medieval lanes from the Post Museum to Mynttorget. You’ll see Stortorget, the Royal Palace, tiny Iron Boy, Riddarholmen, and more, with stories about Swedish monarchs, daily life, and local customs.

“Sarah was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable and charismatic. Highly recommend to do this tour first day you’re in Stockholm!”

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11.Haga Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 205 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $55

Walk Gothenburg’s historic Haga district with an English-speaking local guide such as Sarah, Sara, Kalina, or Luka. Expect wooden landshövdingehus, stories of Haga’s rough past, Swedish culture, café recommendations, and a possible climb to Skansen Kronan. The tour lasts 1.5 to 2 hours and costs $55 per person.

“My guide Sarah was spectacular, informative, and kind throughout my 1:1 tour on a beautiful very hot, mid-day Haga tour! Offered fascinating stories throughout which brought history alive and more meaningful. Answered all my questions, including local recommendations specific to my other interests. Highly recommend”

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12.Stockholm Old Town and the Vasa Museum, a Small Group Walking Tour.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Walk through Gamla Stan with a guide such as Natalie or Bengt, hear the story of Stockholm from its earliest settlements to modern Sweden, ride the ferry to Djurgården, and enter the Vasa Museum. The tour covers about 1.5 miles at a measured pace, with no more than 10 people and time to stay in the museum afterward.

“Guide very thoughtful and made sure she took photos of everyone. Had a sheet of great restaurants and places to go. She went into important details and didn’t drown guests with too many details. Very organized and timely”

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13.Classic Stockholm Small Group Walking Tour | 3 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Walk from Södermalm through Slussen and Gamla Stan to Riddarholmen, Parliament, Rosenbad, and City Hall. Guides Kenneth and Rachel bring Stockholm’s history, politics, architecture, and local food into focus, with personal tips along the way. Expect cobblestones, outdoor commentary, and no attraction admissions.

“During my first trip to Stockholm in August, I had the pleasure of being guided by Kenneth Aspogard. He leads small groups of people through old and new Stockholm. As we walked, he provided details of past and current history in clear, understandable English. He was knowledgeable with a sense of humour. But, most important to me, he was willing to answer my questions as we walked. This is in direct contrast with other guides I met during my trip who only wanted to answer questions during coffee breaks or at the end of the walk or excursion. After a three or six-hour tour, one may not remember the question…”

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14.Unique walking tour Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Join Tomas of Stockholm By Me for a 2 to 3 hour English walking tour through central Stockholm, Södermalm, Skeppsholmen, and Riddarholmen. Expect major landmarks, unusual city stories, Swedish cultural insight, and a short public transport ride to see Stockholm’s famous subway art. Groups are limited to 15 people.

“Great overview of Stockholm. Thomas was an excellent guide and host. He was proud of his city and it showed!”

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15.Private Custom Walking Tour With A Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $65

Meet a private local guide, including Nathalie, for a Stockholm walk shaped around your interests. See key sights, historic streets, island views, and cultural landmarks from outside, then get practical tips on food and further visits. Choose 2 to 8 hours, with English, French, Italian, or Spanish guidance.

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