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Gustavsberg

The cozy town of Gustavsberg has about 11,000 inhabitants and is located just 23 km from Stockholm on the island of Värmdö in the archipelago. The town is the centre of the municipality with its shops, cafés and porcelain museum. The porcelain factory, owned by a Swedish family, has been producing porcelain since the early 1800s. It is the only producer of bone china in the Nordic countries, the main component being bone ash. This means that this porcelain does not have the same cool white colour as the hard porcelain.

Nacka Golfklub

Nacka Golfklub is just a 20 minutes drive from Stockholm. In the Velamsund nature reserve, the golf club has an 18-hole course that winds through the scenic archipelago environment. The club is known for its well-maintained course and good service. There is also a driving range, a practice area and a putting green.

Artipelag Värmdö

For the art lover, a mini holiday to Artipelag in Värmdö is a fantastic experience in a unique environment. Here you will find art exhibitions, cultural activities, music and Swedish design. The facility has 2 restaurants with outdoor seating.

Artipelag spreads over 10,220 sqm. and has a magnificent view surrounded by pine trees and cliffs. Here you can quickly spend a whole day combined with hiking in the forest and along the hiking trails.

Ingarö Golf Club

Ingarö golf course is only 20 minutes away. from the lock in Stockholm. Here you can play golf in a beautiful archipelago environment. The facility has 36 holes, a driving range, a practice area and a restaurant. Ingarö golf course is an ideal place to visit on a self-drive holiday or a long weekend in Stockholm.

Siggesta Gård

Take the whole family on a trip to Siggesta Farm. Here you can meet farm animals, play role-playing games or football golf and climb the obstacle course in the forest. The farm's bakery offers good food, a coffee break or a glass of wine. Perfect for a day in the countryside.

Lillsved Outdoor

Find a cheap summer holiday to Lillsved in Sweden at Risskov and enjoy an active holiday with the family. Lillsved is located in the northern part of Värmdö and is considered to be the natural starting point for outdoor activities. Activities are available all year round.

In spring there are botanical excursions to look for bats or birds.

In summer there are plenty of opportunities for swimming. Take a boat out to sea on a hot summer day, you can go with Strömmakanalbolaget or Waxholmsbolaget. It's also popular to rent a kayak and paddle out between the archipelago's islands.

In autumn, the forests offer good opportunities for picking berries or mushrooms. For those who want a more active alternative, there are opportunities for horse riding, hiking or cycling.

In winter there is both skating and skiing in the area. And of course there will be both food and hot drinks at the cosy cafés. Go on an active holiday with Risskov and find cheap and child-friendly hotels for your family drive holiday in Lillsved.

Stockholm

If you fancy a trip to the theatre, try the Royal Dramatic Theatre at Nybroplan or visit some of the smaller theatres on Söder. The Opera at Gustav Adolfs Torv is also worth a visit, not only for its performances but also for its beautiful architecture. The Globe regularly hosts major sporting events, concerts and shows.

If shopping is your thing, the area around Hötorget and Stureplan offers plenty of options, as does Götgatan on Söder. Don't miss a visit to the NK department store on Hamngatan.

From Stureplan you can walk down Birger Jarlsgatan, where you'll find Orrefors, Kosta Boda glass design and exclusive fashion boutiques. At the bottom of the street you'll find the beautiful national stage, Dramaten. Nybrokajen is just ahead, and here you will find all the ferries that can take you out into the archipelago.

If you want a bit more greenery, a walk by Kungliga Djurgården is recommended, or perhaps a stroll along Norr Mälarstrand. Långholmen is also a lovely oasis in the middle of the city. In summer, there are several places to swim in the city, both at Långholmen, Södermalm and Kungsholmen.

The Vasa Museum (near Skansen) is a great experience. Here you can learn about the people and the time around 1628, when the warship sank. Near the Vasa Museum is Junibacken, the Astrid Lindgren Museum in Stockholm - and it's not just for children.

Located on a small island in the city, Gamla Stan is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the Nordic countries, with a lively environment, cosy restaurants and cafés, and exciting rummage shops with old weapons and orders - and with the castle on top.

Stockholm's old town

The Old Town, which until 1980 was called "The City between the Bridges", is Stockholm's historic centre and is located on Stadsholmen. For many hundreds of years, the Old Town was Stockholm, and its many narrow streets and alleyways are well preserved. The narrowest alley is Mårten Trotzig's Alley, which is only 90 cm wide at its narrowest point. You can enjoy a snack or a bite to eat at some of the cosy cafés and restaurants in the district. Stockholm's Royal Palace, the King's official residence, is also located in the Old Town.