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About Stockholm

Stockholm is the cultural, media, political, and economic centre of Sweden. The Stockholm region alone accounts for over a third of the country's GDP, and is among the top 10 regions in Europe by GDP per capita. It is an important global city, and the main centre for corporate headquarters in the Nordic region. The city is home to some of Europe's top ranking universities, such as the Stockholm School of Economics, Karolinska Institute and Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). It hosts the annual Nobel Prize ceremonies and banquet at the Stockholm Concert Hall and Stockholm City Hall.

Stockholm is the seat of the Swedish government and most of its agencies, including the highest courts in the judiciary, and the official residencies of the Swedish monarch and the Prime Minister. The government has its seat in the Rosenbad building, the Riksdag (Swedish parliament) is seated in the Parliament House, and the Prime Minister's residence is adjacent at Sager House. Stockholm Palace is the official residence and principal workplace of the Swedish monarch, while Drottningholm Palace, a World Heritage Site on the outskirts of Stockholm, serves as the Royal Family's private residence.

Location and Climate

Stockholm is located on Sweden's east coast, where the freshwater Lake Mälaren, Sweden's third largest lake, flows out into the Baltic Sea. The central parts of the city consist of fourteen islands that are continuous with the Stockholm archipelago. The geographical city centre is situated on the water, in Riddarfjärden bay. Over 30% of the city area is made up of waterways and another 30% is made up of parks and green spaces.

Stockholm has a maritime-influenced humid continental climate (Köppen Climate Classification Dfb), with warm summers and cold winters, but very mild for its latitude.

See the average monthly temperature in Stockholm below:

12 Stockholm highlights

In Stockholm for the first time? Here are the most talked about must-see attractions and museums in town.
The list of things to do in Stockholm could be made endless and there are more than a hundred attractions to choose from. To make it easier we have picked out the most unique and talked about attractions and museums for you to choose from. From internationally renowned attractions like the artful metro system and The Vasa Museum to contemporary museums like Fotografiska and ABBA The Museum. 
The highlights-list

Restaurants 

Fine dining, street food, and plenty of places to fika - a trip to Stockholm is a real treat for your tastebuds. Whatever you're craving, you're sure to find something to your liking. And with a culinary scene as varied and innovative as Stockholm's, you'll probably discover a new favorite to!  Restaurants to Recommend

More information about Stockhom

Do you want to learn more about Stockholm or perhaps want tips on what to do when you are here? Please go to Visit Stockholm!