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Country guide

Sweden

A photograph of Sweden
Photograph · Martin Falbisoner · CC BY-SA 4.0

Sweden runs from 55°N to 69°N — long enough that its north and its south keep different weather and different daylight in the same week. Of its 450,295 km², built-up land accounts for 1.5 per cent, and 88 per cent of the 10,610,485 people counted in October 2025 live in towns concentrated in the south and the centre. That is the practical division for a visitor: the southern counties hold Stockholm and most of what fits into a weekend, while the rest of the 21 counties trade density for distance. Choose by how far you are willing to travel between two things.

Cities

Every city catalogued in this country so far, ranked by how much there is to see.

Practical information
Language spoken
Swedish
National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code
+46
International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency
Swedish krona (SEK)
Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number
112
Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type
Type C and F · 230 V
Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water
Safe from the mains
Municipal drinking water is subject to Swedish food-safety controls

Planning a visit

  1. January: seasonal closure recorded
  2. February: seasonal closure recorded
  3. March: seasonal closure recorded
  4. April: seasonal closure recorded
  5. May: seasonal closure recorded
  6. June: seasonal closure recorded
  7. July: seasonal closure recorded
  8. August: no seasonality data recorded — this month
  9. September: no seasonality data recorded
  10. October: no seasonality data recorded
  11. November: no seasonality data recorded
  12. December: no seasonality data recorded

Top things to see

Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.

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Category

Historic monuments 518 Museums 82 Places of worship 228 Nature sites 767 Viewpoints 107 Food and drink 49 Markets and shopping 68 Entertainment 32 Nightlife 347 Family attractions 37 Art and culture 680 Activities 0

Typical visit duration

Up to 1 hour 68

Interests

History 0 Art 0 Museums 0 Nature 0 Sea and beach 0 Viewpoints 0
  4. Gallerian
    04 45 min

    Gallerian

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  7. PUB
    07 45 min

    PUB

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  8. PK-huset
    08 45 min

    PK-huset

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  23. Stinsen
    23 45 min

    Stinsen

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  24. Gateau
    24 45 min

    Gateau

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  25. Hötorget
    25 45 min

    Hötorget

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  26. Jula
    26 45 min

    Jula

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  28. Lagerhaus
    28 45 min

    Lagerhaus

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  32. Myrorna
    32 45 min

    Myrorna

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  33. MYWAY
    33 45 min

    MYWAY

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  37. Skrapan
    37 45 min

    Skrapan

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  40. Arken Zoo
    40 45 min

    Arken Zoo

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  42. Bergbana
    42 45 min

    Bergbana

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  44. bo:x
    44 45 min

    bo:x

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  46. Bukowskis
    46 45 min

    Bukowskis

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  54. K7-huset
    54 45 min

    K7-huset

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  57. Magasinet
    57 45 min

    Magasinet

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  58. NK
    58 45 min

    NK

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm
  59. Odenplan
    59 45 min

    Odenplan

    • Notable
    • Market
    • Stockholm

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata ·

Common questions

How long should a first trip to Sweden be?

Seven to ten days gives Stockholm three or four days and allows one rail-linked city, archipelago stay or northern extension. A journey into Swedish Lapland needs extra nights and should be planned as a distinct leg.

What entry documents are needed for Sweden?

The Swedish Migration Agency sets visitor and short-stay requirements. Check whether the passport needs a visa and which Schengen state should process an application for the complete itinerary.

What is the best way to travel around Sweden?

Stockholm Arlanda is the largest gateway; Gothenburg and the Copenhagen–Malmö route provide alternatives. Long-distance trains link the principal cities, while ferries, regional buses and domestic flights reach the wider country.

When is a practical time to visit Sweden?

May through August brings long daylight and the broadest summer access. Winter aurora or snow travel is a separate seasonal product, particularly in the north, with different transport and clothing requirements.

What money and payment basics apply in Sweden?

Sweden uses the krona (SEK), not the euro. Current cash and card acceptance is Not recorded in this file; check the operator’s stated payment method, particularly for unmanned or rural services.

What practical safety details should I save for Sweden?

Call 112 for emergencies in Sweden. Type C and F sockets operate at 230 V, and the recorded guidance says mains tap water is safe.