Stockholm: Walking Tour of the Old Town

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About this activity

Discover the charm of Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town, on a guided walking tour. Stroll through its narrow, colorful streets, uncover centuries of history and culture, and admire landmarks such as the Royal Palace.

Meet your guide at Gustav Adolfs Torg in the heart of the city to begin your journey through Gamla Stan. Walk along iconic sites including the Royal Palace, the statue of St. George and the Dragon, the city’s narrowest street, and the famous main square, Stortorget — the setting of one of Sweden’s darkest historical moments.

Along the way, your dynamic guides, each with diverse backgrounds, will share stories that blend the city’s rich past with insights into modern Swedish life. You’ll not only see the highlights but also gain a deeper understanding of Stockholm and its people.

With Rainbow Tours — Stockholm’s top-rated walking tour company — you’ll explore the city on foot, get insider tips for the rest of your stay, and experience Stockholm like a local.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Rainbow Tours Stockholm

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–19 years) · Adults (20–70 years) · Seniors (71–105 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local Recommendations
Included: Expert Guide

Itinerary

Parliament Building (Riksdagshuset)

5 min Admission not included

Parliament Building, built from 1895 to 1904.
Stockholm Old Town

10 min Admission included

Walking around the Old town of Stockholm, getting to know the story behind its foundation and how it has got to be what it is today.
Esglesia Alemanya

5 min Admission not included

The German Church in Gamlastan which has been their church for centuries, with neoclassic style.
Stop 4

10 min Admission not included

The Knights Islet, here we can see the history of how Gamlastan was founded. It contains its own Palace, the first one in Stockholm.
Jarnpojken

10 min Admission included

The smallest statue in Stockholm, Järnpojke built in 1950, its also called the kid looking at the moon. This statue is the most visited in Stockholm!
Storkyrkan

5 min Admission not included

Cathedralof Stockholm, Storkyrka. The main church of Gamlastan, and house of Saint George and the dragon sculpture.
Nobel Prize Museum

10 min Admission not included

Museum of the Nobel Prize and Swedish Academy, where the literature prize is decided.
Royal Palace

10 min Admission not included

Royal Palace of Stockholm, with its 4 museums.
Stortorget

10 min Admission included

The main square of Gamlastan, where some of the most important events happened, as the Stockholm bloodbath...
Marten Trotzigs grand

5 min Admission included

The narrowest street in the city, named after the greater business man in Stockholm.
The Royal Swedish Opera

10 min Admission not included

Royal Opera House of Stockholm.
Stop 12

5 min Admission included

Representation of the battle of Brunkeberg in 1471, Sten Sture defeated the armies of Chirstian the I of Denmark.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We are on the roundabout, the guide has a rainbow umbrella.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.