Stockholm

Kickstart your trip to Stockholm

City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5.0 (50)

Kickstart your trip to Stockholm

The perfect 3-hour experience for your first day in Stockholm. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.

Stockholm is almost a cashless city so make sure to have your bank card ready as many restaurants and museums don't accept cash

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

Your experience, your pace - a casual stroll or grand tour of Stockholm
Visit some of the city’s iconic spaces, neighbourhoods and buildings
Take the experience at whatever pace suits you - be it a casual stroll, pausing for fika or if you’re keen to squeeze in as much as possible
Get a taste of Stockholm through the eyes of your host, and hear the briefest of histories, safety tips and general know how
Your host will reveal recommendations for hidden gems in Stockholm and the spots which sound like a good fit for your personality along the way

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

3 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

A private and personalised experience

3 hours with your host

Walking experience

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Stockholm is ready to welcome you with open arms as you join one of our local Stockholm hosts to familiarise yourself with the goings-on in the city. You’ll learn how to navigate the city just like a local - no need to whip out your maps app.

Enjoy immersing yourself in the city and you’ll quickly forget that you’re a tourist as you get to know Stockholm’s personality, its landmarks, and hidden gems.

Your host is ready to show you to some of their favorite spots - whether that’s restaurants, hangouts or gems frequented by locals, you’ll get to see them from a local point of view.

They can’t wait to explore the city with you, sharing their recommendations and throwing some secret tips in too - like the best spot to have fika, just over there.

You could go with the flow and stroll through the city or opt for a more direct approach and squeeze in as much as you can with your few hours together. Whatever your vibe, we’ll stick to it.

Your kickstart, your way.

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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What travelers think of this experience

Hendrik, Jan 2025

Een heel leuke en spontane gids die ons de mooiste plaatsen van Stockholm heeft laten zien, met enkele toffe tips voor het verdere verblijf. A very nice and spontaneous guide who showed us the most beautiful places in Stockholm see, with some great tips for the rest of your stay.

Vishesh, Dec 2024

She was a great person and also quiet knowledgeable and humorous so loved the way she showed us around Stockholm.

Sonam, Nov 2024

Fayez was super engaging and passionate so we had a great time! It was informative and interesting for everyone

Joseph, Sep 2024

Zenid at City Unscripted was a great guide whose knowledge of Stockholm and its history was wonderful. He introduced us to the city in a way that allowed us to explore it further the next day. He is truly an exceptional guide. You will not go wrong with him.

Katharina, Aug 2024

She is very knowledgeable about Stockholm and can perfectly address all kinds of questions. Furthermore, she has a great sense about what you want to see and is a very nice person. I had a great tour with her and really appreciate her as the perfect tour guide for a wonderful Stockholm experience. Thank you so much for everything!

Blair, Aug 2024

Great tour, smart and talented guide! We enjoyed the in-depth history of Sweden. Thanks so much.

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