The island of Stadsholmen and Riddarholmen constitute the cradle of Stockholm, the geographical and historical core of the city, Gamla Stan. It all began here, between the shores of the Baltic Sea and lake Mälaren. Banks that frame a medieval quarter, the best perserved in Europe, which still shows traces of what Stockholm, and Sweden, used to look like back in anicent times.
A particularly lively island, with a fairytale like atmosphere that hints of perfume as a reminicense of centuries past by. With its small shops, typical bars and cafés, Gamla Stan is a must-see during a stay in Stockholm. A district of undoubted historical, artistic and architectural importance not to be missed!
The guided tours of Gamla Stan lasts for 2 hours, approximately, if you choose the introductory version. If you opt for a more detailed tour, the tour will last for 3 hours. Theese are routes, combining the histories hidden in the network of narrow alleys with detailed information, curiosities and anecdotes, related to current Swedish society.
Do you find these tours enticing? Pleace read the sections below for more information.
The introductory of Gamla Stan is a traditional itinerary that shows the most characteristic sites of Gamla Stan: including the royal palace, the cathedral, the old square and one of Europes most narrow alleys.
During the guided tour we will tell you about the origins of Stockholm and how it has developed over the centuries. But not only that, there will be many curiosities and anecdotes about traditions, and sociocultural aspects of the city of Stockholm and Sweden.
The complete tour of Gamla Stan offers a unique and exclusive experience that only StockholMania Tours is able to offer you. It is a guided walk during which we will explore, besides the classical places, various hidden corners, glimpses and details that are impossible to find on your own. Everything enriched by very particular stories and anecdotes!
Our itiniery also includes a walk on the adjacent island of the Knights, Riddarholmen, from which you can admire one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the hole city.
This tour runs in the late afternoon or evening and it suites perfectly if you are one of those who appreciate a guided tour in a slower pace.
DURATION
Variable.
ACCESSIBILITY
Medium. Contact us for further info.
PRIORITY BONUSES AND ENTRANCES
There are no entrance fees on this tour.
TYPE
This is an on foot tour.
The tour of "Gamla Stan" is private: the guide will be at your exclusive disposal. However, if you would like to share your visit with other participants, select the box in the form of this page: and we will try to find you travel companions. If so, we will apply you a discounted rate; vice versa we agree you the private tour at the agreed price.
MEETING POINT
Agreed upon final tour confirmation.
PRICES, BOOKING & PAYMENT
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- We will reply as soon as possible to confirm our availability for the chosen date.*
- To definitely confirm the tour, we require a deposit of 50% of the total amount to be payed by online payment or bank transfer. Click here to read our “Booking, payment and refund conditions”.
- We remind you that you have 3 working days to send us the final confirmation of the tour. Otherwise we won’t be able to guarantee our service with certainty.
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- See you in Stockholm!
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