Tours, walks and themes
I do both regular and custom made tours and themes, for individuals and groups of varying sizes. Feel free to contact me for requests on a wide range of themes and topics, or to share ideas and suggestions!
Stockholm has been my home since my teenage years, and I know the museums and sights of the city. I can show you spectacular places, like the Royal Palace, the Stockholm Cathedral, the Historical Museum and the Viking exhibition/the Gold Room, the National Museum, the Nobel Museum, the Nordic Museum, Art in the Stockholm Metro, the Millesgården Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, Skansen and Waldemarsudde, allegedly Stockholm's most beautiful museum.
I can also give an introduction to Swedish traditions and ways of life, how Sweden is governed, social security and healthcare, education and gender equality.

Introduction tour
Discover Stockholm - A Guided Introduction
An introduktion to Stockholm, the beautiful city built on 14 islands, where history and modern life meet the water.
The tour takes you to some of the most iconic landmarks: the Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets, colourful houses and royal heritage of the Royal Palace, the fascinating Vasa Museum, home to the majestic 17century warship that sank on its maiden voyage and was salvage 333 yeas later and the enigmatic and impressive City Hall (Stadshuset), famous for the Nobel Prize Banquet.
The tour is a perfect introduction for visitors who want to discover the essence of Stockholm - its history, culture and timeless beauty.

Private tour
The Vasa Museum
Meet the world-famous Vasa ship - the most well preserved 17th century ship in the world. On her maiden voyage she sailed for approximately 15 minutes before she sank in Stockholm’s harbor in 1628.
In 1956 the ship was discovered by a keen engineer who on his own initiative had searched for several years in Stockholm’s harbor for the ship.
The Vasa rested in the water for 333 years before she was finally salvaged and broke the water’s surface again, in 1961.
Today the Vasa Museum displays the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship that has ever been salvaged. More than 98 percent of the ship is original.
The Vasa Museum opened in 1990 and is the most visited museum in Scandinavia.

Private tour
The Old Town (Gamla stan)
The Old Town is the historical center of the city and where the history of Stockholm began 800 years ago.
Learn about Stockholm's exciting past, stroll the narrow, medieval cobblestone streets and absorb the atmosphere of the historical surroundings.
The Old Town has much to offer: historical sites, as well as many small shops, cafes, art galleries and restaurants.
The walk can be extended with a visit at the Royal Palace, the Stockholm Cathedral (Storkyrkan) and the nearby islet Riddarholmen.
When you feel tired of walking,
I can can recommend you one of the many charming restaurants and cafés where you can stop to have lunch or relax with a cup of coffee.

Private tour
The City Hall
The City Hall (Stadshuset) is Stockholms most prominent landmark, a famous silhouette and a symbol of Stockholm itself.
You are not allowed to visit the building without a tourguide.
The City Hall took 12 years to build, between 1911-1923.
Visit the famous Blue Hall where the Nobel Banquet is held each year on December 10, after the Nobel laureates have attended the Nobel Prize Ceremony at the Concert Hall in the City.
The Golden Hall is spectacular, decorated with 18 million pieces of gold mosaic.
The City Hall is more than a magnificent work of art and architecture, it is also the seat of the City Council of Stockholm.

Theme walk
Women's History Tour
Behind the facades and streets of Stockholm lie untold stories of the women who shaped the city
- queens, writers, factory workers, maids, activists and artists.
See the places where the fight for women's rights began, or explore the women of art and culture or the living conditions in the working-class neighbourhoods of Södermalm, The tour will present a vibrant picture of women's lives through the centuries and provide new perspectives of the city you thought you knew.
The bronze sculpture "Come as you are!" by Astrid Göransson, portrays the first five women at the Swedish Parliament, carried by two contemporary women, to show that the struggle for democracy and equality continues into the future.

Private tour
Art in the Stockholm Metro
The Stockholm Metro is said to be the world's longest art gallery in the world.
More than 90 of 100 metro stations are decorated by professional artists, which has made public art an essential part of everyday life in Stockholm. Explore some of the most fascinating stations and discover colourful murals, sculptures, mosaics and reliefs created by more than 150 artists.
Kungsträdgården, Stadion, Tekniska högskolan, Rådhuset and Solna Centrum are metro stations of particular interest.
Since 1957 artists have played a key role when new stations have been built. Over time, since the 1980s, the metro’s older stations – planned and built without any art – have since been spruced up by professional artists.

Theme walk
Art Walk in Stockholm
An inspiring guided art walk through Stockholm – a journey filled with colour, creativity and stories!
You’ll explore some of the city’s most fascinating public artworks, from modern installations to classical sculptures.
Along the way, we stop at selected sites where Stockholm itself becomes a living gallery, surrounded by streets, parks and water.
Combine the walk with a visit to one, or some, of Stockholm’s iconic artmuseums, such as the Nationalmuseum, Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde, the Museum of Modern Art or the Millesgården Museum.
Perfect for lovers of art and architecture, design enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to see Stockholm from a new perspective.

Theme walk
Södermalm Walking Tour
A guided walk through the heart of Södermalm – Stockholm’s most vibrant and character-filled district. Wander along charming cobblestone streets, past colorful wooden houses and stop at breathtaking viewpoints, as we explore the perfect blend of old and new, tradition and trend, history and creativity.
Listen to stories of people who shaped this legendary district and its bohemian heritage, its modern urban culture and the social history of the former working-class neighbourhoods.
You'll visit hidden gems and beloved landmarks, uncovering the rich layers of culture that make Södermalm the soul of Stockholm, and maybe even discover your new favourite spot in Stockholm.

Theme walk
Viking Tour in Stockholm
Step back in time and discover the world of the Vikings - right in the heart of Stockholm. The tour takes you on a journey through myth, power, trade and everyday life in the Viking Age.
We begin at the Swedish History Museum, home to one of the finest Viking collections. See ancient artefacts, rune stones and weapons that tell the stories of merchants, warriors seafarers and explorers. In the Gold Room, you will encounter dazzling treasures of gold and silver that reveal the faith and global connections of the Viking World.
The tour concludes at the Viking Museum on Djugården, where history comes alive through interactive exhibits, immersive storytelling, and the exciting adventure-ride Ragnfrid's Saga - a dramatic jourrney back in time.

Private tour
Drottningholm Palace
Step into Swedish royal history with a tour to the magnificent Drottningholm Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the private residence of the royal family.
Drottningholm offers a unique glimpse into 400 years of royal history, art, architecture and is one of the best preserved royal residences in Europe.
You will visit the sumptuous state rooms, decorated baroque and rococo interiors, exquisite tapestries and paintings.
You'll also enjoy a walk through the formal baroque gardens and the romantic English park, with its gravel paths, sculptures, fountains and small lakes.
Along the way, you'll pass by the unique Drottningholm Court Theatre - the world's best preserved 18th century theatre still in use.

Private tour
Uppsala, the City of Learning
One of Swedens oldest and most fascinating cities, known for its long academic tradition, vibrant student life and its prominent role in Swedish science, culture and religion.
Stroll through the cobblestone streets along the picturesque buildings by the Fyrisån River, and explore the historic quarters of Uppsala University, founded in 1477, and the Museum Gustavianum, the Carolina Rediviva Library and the Uppsala Palace Museum.
Visit the city's most iconic landmark, towering high above the city - Uppsala Cathedral, Scandinavia's largest church, dating back to the 13th century.
Inside you'll find the tombs of King Gustav Vasa, the great botanist Carl Linnaeus, and other notable figures who shaped Sweden's identity.

Theme walk
Stockholm in Transformation
A guided tour through the Stockholm of the future.
Together we visit one, or some, of the city's most exciting development areas - Slussen, Slakthusområdet
(the Meatpacking District) and Nya Hagastaden - where visions of a sustainable and vibrant city are becoming reality.
Learn of Stockholms plans to meet the challenges of tomorrow: how new areas are being built with a focus on sustainability, climate action, green mobility and smart urban planning.
You will gain an understanding of the city's efforts to create space for more residents, workplaces, culture and green areas - while maintaining high quality of life and ambitious climate goals.
Stockholm is constantly growing - both in scale and in spirit.
Why Me

Multiple Possibilities
I do both regular and custom made tours and themes, for individuals and groups of varying sizes.
Feel free to contact me for requests on a wide range of topics, or to share ideas and suggestions.

Professional Guide and Knowledgeable Historian
I am a dedicated professional in
the field of museums, history and culture. University studies in Art History, Archaeology and Cultural Studies has resulted in a long professional career in different historical museums.

Great Variety of Sights to see
The Royal Palace, the Stockholm Cathedral, the Historical Museum and the Viking exhibition/the Gold Room, the National Museum,
the Nobel Museum, Skansen, the Nordic Museum, Art in the Metro
of Stockholm, the Millesgården Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities, the National Museum of Science and Technology and Waldemarsudde, allegedly Sweden'a most beautitful art museum.
