Country guide
Sweden
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.
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Stockholm
Photograph · JZ · CC BY-SA 3.0
Stockholm 2,925 places
Practical information
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
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- August: no seasonality data recorded — this month
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- December: no seasonality data recorded
Top things to see
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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.