Sweden is Scandinavia's largest country — from the cosmopolitan streets of Stockholm to the Arctic wilderness of Lapland, with 30,000 archipelago islands in between.
Top Sweden Highlights to Visit
Handpicked destinations for the ultimate sweden highlights experience
Swedish Lapland & ICEHOTEL
Sleep in a hotel built entirely from ice and snow
The ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi is rebuilt every winter from ice from the Torne River, with unique art suites sculpted by artists from around the world. The surrounding Lapland offers dog sledding, reindeer safaris, and the best Northern Lights viewing in Scandinavia.
Highlights
- Art suites sculpted from ice and snow
- Northern Lights from October to March
- Dog sledding through Arctic wilderness
- Reindeer and Sami cultural experiences
- Midnight sun from May to July
Things to Do
- Sleep in an ice art suite
- Chase the Northern Lights
- Go dog sledding
- Meet reindeer with a Sami guide
- Experience the midnight sun in summer
Practical Info
Best Time to Visit
December–April (ICEHOTEL); June–July (midnight sun)
Recommended Duration
2–4 days
Typical Cost
ICEHOTEL from SEK 3,500 (£260) per night
Travel Tips
- ·Fly to Kiruna Airport from Stockholm (1.5 hours)
- ·Book an ice suite for one night and a warm room for the rest
- ·Northern Lights are not guaranteed — allow at least 3 nights
- ·Temperatures can reach -30°C — thermal suits are provided
- ·ICEHOTEL 365 is open year-round
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Stockholm Archipelago
30,000 islands on Stockholm's doorstep
The Stockholm Archipelago is one of the world's most beautiful island landscapes — over 30,000 islands stretching 80km into the Baltic Sea. In summer, Stockholmers escape to island cottages by ferry, kayak, or sailboat.
Highlights
- 30,000+ islands and islets
- Ferry hopping between islands
- Swimming in clear Baltic waters
- Traditional red Swedish cottages
- Fresh seafood at island restaurants
Things to Do
- Take a ferry to Vaxholm
- Kayak between islands
- Swim from the rocks
- Eat fresh shrimp at a waterside restaurant
- Cycle around Utö or Sandhamn
Practical Info
Best Time to Visit
June–August
Recommended Duration
1–5 days
Typical Cost
Ferry from SEK 130 (£10) return to nearest islands
Travel Tips
- ·The Waxholmsbolaget ferry network connects all main islands
- ·Book accommodation well in advance in July
- ·The Stockholm Card includes some ferry journeys
- ·Combine with Gamla Stan and the Vasa Museum
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