Top Stockholm Outdoor Activities

Kayak through central Stockholm's islands during this 2-hour adventure. Whether you're a novice or an experienced kayaker, seeing Stockholm from the water is a fantastic way to tour the city's most important landmarks. Meet your expert guide in one of Stockholm's calm, protected bays to learn or brush up on how to maneuver a kayak, then set out through the city's central waterways. Pass Kungsholmen and see City Hall, Riddarholmen Kyrka, Gamla Stan and Södermalm.   

Explore Sweden's forests and view the native wildlife on this 4-hour sunset safari. Departing from Stockholm with a local guide, travel by comfortable minivan from the city out into the more rural landscapes surrounding the Swedish capital. Delve into the dense forest to track wild boar, hares, deer and elk. Take a short forest hike and pause to check out some ancient Viking runes. Embarking on the safari at sunset ups the chances of coming upon these creatures, who are most active during the beginning and end of the day.

Cycle around Stockholm's central islands during this 3-hour guided sightseeing tour on a bike. Follow your local cyclist guide to the city's most important landmarks and stop by some hidden gems as well, many of which are only accessible by bike or on foot. Stockholm's general bike-friendliness and many cycling lanes make it easy to explore on two wheels. Visit Kungliga Slottet (the Royal Palace), the Swedish Parliament, the stately Royal Dramatic Theatre and Gamla Stan (Old Town) with engaging, informative commentary from your guide. Bikes and helmets are provided.

When exploring the heart of the city, it's easy to forget that Stockholm is part of an archipelago of around 30,000 islands. Get a better perspective on this aspect of the region by embarking on a kayaking tour. Paddle the Baltic Sea around small island groups, taking in the views, and abundant birdlife and ancient fortresses, along the way. Make a stop for an included lunch on a private island, as well as a fika break for coffee and pastries.

Explore the Stockholm archipelago via kayak on this small-group tour. Just under an hour outside the bustling city of Stockholm is a group of islands in the Baltic Sea, just waiting to be discovered. Spend the day in this peaceful atmosphere, stopping for provided lunch and snacks. All equipment and instruction is provided; beginners are welcome.

Zoom through Stockholm's canals and waterways on a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) during this 1-hour tour. Zip up your waterproof gear, strap on a lifejacket and hold on to your seat for a speedy ride out of the city, passing the picturesque urban waterfront on the way out to Stockholm archipelago. Zip over the Baltic Sea past 19th-century wooden fishing villages, rocky islands and Vaxholm Fortress.

Paddle trough the best parts of the Stockholm Archipelago on a multiple day exploration. More than 26,000 islands are waiting for you and your kayak. Prepare food on an open fire and connect to the most stunning scenery, definitely a once in a lifetime experience - not to be missed. Highlights / Itinerary: Eco-friendly tour operator Kayaking with an experienced outdoor guide (25-35 km) Basic safety and paddle introductions Listen to interesting stories and information about Stockholm and Sweden Enjoy delicious freshly prepared organic campfire meals Maybe go for a swim, into the Baltic Sea Explore the Archipelago from a local perspective Small Groups: Personal groups size (small tour operator) Average 2-5 ppl per guide Fitness level Easy to Normal (no special requirements) Approximately 25-35 km distance Beginners are welcome (first time experience)

Paddle your way through Stockholm's archipelago on this full-day kayaking tour. Whether you are a novice or an experienced kayaker, this excursion allows you to immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the unspoiled wilderness found just offshore from Sweden's cosmopolitan capital city. Kayak to a secluded island for a refreshing swim, lunch and a traditional afternoon coffee break, or 'fika'. Paddling instruction from an expert guide and all kayaking gear is included.

You are in Stockholm for a long weekend and would like to get a larger experience of what Sweden has to offer. You know that we have majestic animals in our wilderness and you would like to get the chance to see these creatures in real life. Well we got it all ready for you. We propose you this great safari that will give you the chance to spot many different animals iconic to Swedish wild nature. What about coming back home with experience of Swedish culture in Stockholm city but also having seen the wildlife in its natural habitat. In the evening when the forest is starting to get mystical, comes the time for us to go out there. Indeed the wildlife is very often coming out from dusk to dawn. That’s when we bring you in nature to observe the wild life.

Tour Stockholm's waterways and bridges on this sightseeing cruise. Pass under all 15 of the bridges that connect the central islands of Stockholm's archipelago as you relax on board. Glide around leafy, tranquil Djurgården, snap photos of the colorful townhouses in Gamla Stan (Stockholm's Old Town), and pass through the locks that connect the city's canals to the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren.

Ride a handcrafted wooden bicycle through the streets of Stockholm on this city sightseeing tour. Learn about what makes Stockholm one of the most sustainable countries in the world today, and the history of its ancient times through your guide's commentary. Make use of the extensive network of bike lanes to access some of the city's best viewpoints.

Total escape from the city Escape for a weekend, only 45 minutes away from Stockholm, with your family, your partner or between a group of friends! Stockholm archipelago offers you the opportunity to be in a peaceful and relaxful place thanks to his unique landscape that makes all its characteristics. The archipelago is formed of about 30000 islands located in the calmness of the Baltic sea. It used to be formerly farmers and fishermen's shelters or furthermore trading outpost under the Viking period. The surface of the water is overhung by those domes made of rocks and trees often uninhabited giving to the region its uniqueness. Far from the cities and far from everything, this natural maze offers an unexpected contrast for whom is coming to visit Sweden for a long weekend, or a few days for instance. Join the adventure that would bring you another impression of Sweden.

Explore the Swedish capital in style and take in top attractions with ease on this Segway tour of Stockholm. Pull on your helmet, hop onto your Segway then follow a guide from Kungsbro into the hustle and bustle of pretty Stockholm. Discover famous landmarks and sites of interest including the Nobel Museum, the Royal Palace, the shipyard and the Town Hall. Along the way, gain insight into Stockholm’s history and heritage, and see a side to the city many visitors miss.

Explore Stockholm from the vantage point of its waterways on this canal tour. Cruise through the central islands of the city's archipelago, relaxing while you chug past the neighborhoods of Södermalm and Slussen, then out to the leafy tranquil island of Djurgården, which is home to the Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde Museum and the Vasa Museum. Get views of Fjäderholmarna, the first island in the offshore archipelago, and a panoramic cityscape view on your way back to central Stockholm. Choose a time that fits your schedule; cruises depart every hour.

Get in touch with Swedish nature on this day trip out of Stockholm. Many travelers don't know that there is great hiking and adventuring to be done just outside the city center; your guide will take you to the best spots for trekking and taking in some native flora and fauna. Listen to guided commentary on the natural environment over a campfire-cooked lunch with your small group of just eight people or fewer.