10 reasons to visit Stockholm in the winter
While Stockholm in the summer leave you breathless as you take in its beauty don’t discount Stockholm in the winter. The crisp air, the crunch of snow beneath your feet, the early darkness illuminated by lights in every window – this is a city that does winter just as well as it does summer. And some might say the charm is even greater.
Here are our 10 best reasons to visit Stockholm in the winter.
The Skiing

Hammarbybacken in Stockholm – Photo: © Hans Christiansson/Shutterstock.com
The skiing? Yes, the skiing. Stockholm has a number of spots where you can rent skis and get some time in on the slopes. They may not offer an Olympic level challenge but hey, skiing at night whilst looking out at the lights of the city (and then heading for an after ski) is hard to beat. If cross-country is your thing Lidingö is our top pick for that – although you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to cross-country skiing in Stockholm.
The Parks

The Hipsters

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The Water, Water, Water

Stockholm is a city where water is never far away, and the nice thing about winter in this city is that the water will, at some point, freeze over. That means long-distance ice skating and even walking from island to island on the ice. Yes, it’s as cool as it sounds.
The Bridges

The Archipelago

The Stockholm archipelago holds a special charm in the winter. Long gone are the bustling summer crowds, replaced by locals and visitors in the know. The ferries run less often, and there are fewer restaurants to choose from, but the stark beauty is unbeatable. If nothing else, take a boat out for a few hours, have a drink or two, and head back to the city. You won’t regret it.
The Food

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The Architecture

The Sunsets (and Sunrises)

The People
View Stockholm hopes you enjoy your winter visit to our beautiful city!