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Stockholm by train

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Discover Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden’s capital, spans 14 islands connected by picturesque bridges. Gamla Stan, the old town, enchants with colourful buildings and cobbled streets, while the Vasa Museum showcases a preserved 17th-century ship. Stockholm’s sustainable ethos and vibrant arts scene combine with its stunning waterfront views, making it a model of Scandinavian beauty and innovation.

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Short break to Stockholm

A short jaunt to Stockholm ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
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Discover Stockholm

Get under the skin of Stockholm on an overland journey by train through Sweden, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.
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Multi-stop adventure through Stockholm

Travel through Sweden on a multi-stop adventure to Stockholm, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
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Stockholm citybreak

Few arrivals feel calmer than a sleeper to Stockholm, rolling in from Hamburg for morning swims, bakeries and island walks.
/ 8 nights
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Epic Scandinavia

Journey from Trondheim to Sundsvall, tracing St. Olav’s route through forests, mountains, and wild Nordic coasts.
/ 18 nights
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Sleeper train to Lapland

Travel by sleeper train to Lapland, discovering Arctic landscapes, foraging traditions, and northern food culture.
/ 21 nights
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Activities and neighbourhoods in Stockholm

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  • Metro art

    An underground art gallery with nearly 90 artworks across 100 stations, Stockholm's tunnelbana showcases Kungsträdgården’s colourful ceiling, Central Station’s blue graphics and Rådhuset’s red walls.

  • Djurgården

    Relax in the sprawling meadows of Djurgården, a former royal hunting ground that's been transformed into a public recreational park. 

  • Fotografiska

    Fotografiska, housed in a red-brick building, opened in 2010 and is now a global leader in photography. Its exhibits feature innovative works by established and emerging photographers.

  • Gamla Stan

    Head to Stockholm's historic centre, Gamla Stan, and discover medieval churches and the Baroque Palace.

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