Stockholm Old Town Private Walking Tour

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About this activity

Narrow alleys, iconic sites, and tales of a bygone era - trace in the footsteps of medieval Stockholm on our Stockholm Old Town Private Walking Tour! From the Royal Palace to Riddarholmen Church - history is in the air!

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Swedish, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: OURWAY Tours - Stockholm

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stortorget

10 min

Stortorget is Stockholm's heart and the Old Town's main square. With its iconic, colourful buildings, it is a must-see! Learn about the Stockholm Bloodbath, the Nobel Prize, and more as you stroll the narrow alleyways.
Stop 2

10 min

The northernmost part of Prästgatan (Priest Street) was once known as Helvetsgränd (Hell's Alley). During the Middle Ages, it was thought that the part northwest of the church was a desecrated resting place for the dead. Storkyrkan (Stockholm Cathedral) is just around the corner; thus, this part of the street was called Hell.
Royal Palace

10 min Admission not included

The Royal Palace is one of Europe's largest and most vibrant places. It is His Majesty the King's official residence, and essential parts of the monarchy's representation occur here. The Royal Palace is also the everyday workplace for the King and Queen. This makes the Royal Palace of Stockholm unique amongst Europe's royal residences.
Storkyrkan

10 min Admission not included

The Stockholm Cathedral is one of Stockholm's oldest buildings. Inside the church is a wooden statue of St George and the Dragon from the 1400s. Festive events like royal weddings take place here. In 2010, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel were married, following in the footsteps of her parents.
Jarnpojken

5 min

Järnpojken is the smallest (and most adorable!) statue in Sweden. The statue's official name is the Iron Boy; however, he is also known as the “Boy looking at the Moon”.
Stop 6

10 min

St George and the Dragon symbolises the battle between Sweden (St. George) and Denmark (the Dragon) in the late 1400s. The sculpture is a bronze copy; the original is found inside Storkyrkan (Stockholm Cathedral) and is made of wood.
Stop 7

5 min

The square's name is Brända Tomten, which means “the brunt property.” Learn about the fires that have ravaged Old Town and the insurance needed to receive help from the fire department back in the day.
Marten Trotzigs grand

10 min

Mårten Trotzig is the narrowest alley in Stockholm. At its narrowest point, it is only 90cm wide. Some guidebooks claim it is the narrowest alley in Europe, but unfortunately, that is not true; there is one in Prague that is only 60cm wide. With all certainty, there are alleys in other European countries that are narrower than Mårten Trotzig.
Esglesia Alemanya

10 min

When Stockholm was founded in 1252, Birger Jarl, the founder, decided to invite the Germans to help him build the city. The German Church was built during the 1600s.
Stop 10

10 min

Riddarholmen, “The Island of Nobility”, complete with Stockholm’s oldest preserved building and a favourite view overlooking Lake Mälaren and the west side of Stockholm.
Stockholm City Hall

5 min Admission not included

Enjoy a view of Stockholm City Hall, crowned by three golden crowns, also known as the symbol of Sweden. This is where one of Sweden's most famous banquets—the Nobel Banquet — is held on the 10th of December each year.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour departs from Stortorget, outside the Nobel Museum - located in the Old Town.

End point

We end our walking tour of the Old Town on the island of Riddarholmen, known for stunning views of Stockholm's lakeside.

Using your ticket

The tour departs from Stortorget, and the guide will meet you outside the entrance to the Nobel Museum, located in the Old Town. The guide is on site approx. 10 minutes before departure. Look for our guide holding the OURWAY logo as a sign.

If you have trouble locating the guide or the meeting point, please give us a call a few minutes before the start of the tour. When you call before the tour begins, we have a greater chance of helping you find your way.

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%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress comfortably and appropriately.
The majority of this tour takes place in areas where you will have to walk on cobblestones.