Scandinavia che magia!

Created: Wednesday, November 20, 2024

About the destination

Sweden’s capital – a Nordic vision of waterways, parks and spire-filled skylines – is justifiably renowned as one of the most handsome cities in Europe. Spread over no less than 14 islands and surrounded by literally thousands of smaller, rocky islets, it combines the drama and open skies of Scandinavia with the verve, dynamism and urban cool of Western Europe. The soul of the place lies in its many faces: the stucco walls of the Old Town, the contemporary pulse of the galleries, the consumerist buzz of the shopping heartlands, the deep peace of the parklands, the thumping bass of the nightlife and, increasingly, the gourmet draw of the restaurants. Stockholm’s location on the shores of the Baltic Sea means seasonal variations hit hard, and many locals will tell you that the only thing to match the beauty of a summer’s evening in Stockholm is the winter charm of its frozen lakes and snow-fringed skylines. It’s certainly true that Stockholm’s unique character is a major reason for its popularity among travelers and, in a continent where charismatic urban destinations come thick and fast, it says plenty that the city’s cultural scene is vibrant enough to rival anywhere else in northern Europe. On top of its exhibitions, museums and concerts, meanwhile, it’s also a deeply romantic setting in which to while away a long weekend – you’d have to be hard-hearted not to fall for the mix of preserved medieval architecture, sweeping water vistas and unfailingly intense nightlife. Most importantly though, it’s worth stressing just how much this is a city apart. It’s the most populated urban area in Scandinavia, yet two thirds of it are still comprised of water and greenery. And if this doesn’t seem probable, well, you’ve got the ideal excuse to go and check

More info

Included services

Accommodation

3 Nights

16 more pictures

Queen's Hotel by First Hotels 8.3 Very good

Stockholm - At 1.3 km from the centreBED AND BREAKFASTDrottninggatan 71A, Stockholm 11136 Twin Room

Situated on Stockholm’s main shopping street, Drottninggatan, this hotel offers rooms with flat-screen TVs. Free tea and coffee is available in the reception. Stockholm Central Station is only 10 minutes’ walk away. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms at Queen’s Hotel. Each room has a writing desk and cable TV, while some also include a sofa and views of the peaceful inner courtyard. With its crystal chandeliers and antique furniture, the hotel lobby creates a charming atmosphere. Guests can relax in the sofas or use the free internet computers here. Staff at Queen’s Hotel can recommend restaurants, cafés and bars in Stockholm’s bustling city centre. Attractions such as the Old Town and the Royal Castle are a few minutes’ metro ride away.

Trip summary

This idea includes

Destinations 1

Accommodations 1