Exploring Stockholm's Archipelago

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This day cruise on the century-old M/S Waxholm III has become a great success. If it's sunny, you'll get a nice tan. Known as the Thousand Island Cruise, it is no exaggeration. The Stockholm archipelago consists of more than 24,000 islands, and no visit to the city is complete without a trip to the numerous islands. It would actually take a lot more than a day's cruise to see the entire archipelago, but the cruise makes quite a few interesting stops. In addition to the magnificent view of the beautiful archipelago, you can also enjoy excellent food and beverages onboard. Tours are conducted in Swedish and English.

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Grand Hotel offers the utmost in luxury for the discerning corporate or the leisure traveler. A classic landmark in Stockholm, it's situated opposite the Royal Palace and the Old Town. The hotel's view is breathtaking and the convenient location places it within easy walking distance of the Royal Opera, the Royal Dramatic Theatre, shopping and commercial districts and the Skansen open-air museum. The hotel's French restaurant has got a special mention in Michelin Guide.

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In the 9th Century, Birka was a busy trading metropolis where the Benedictine monk Ansgar was sent by Emperor Frank to convert the Nordic heathens. A visit to this island will reveal the ongoing excavations, and you'll be able to explore the recently inaugurated museum. Guided tours are arranged, which gives you a detailed information on the excavations. You may also get a glimpse of one of the Viking ships, a reconstruction of the ancient seafarers' vessels.

Our Local Expert Says:

With no telephones or TV in the rooms, this is a true oasis away from the beat of city life.

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This cozy, small inn on the island of Grinda (30 kilometers from Stockholm) offers beautiful island accommodations. Its restaurant is excellent and the neighboring, picturesque island is also well worth a visit. Active guests tend to stay at this hotel as one can swim, hire a boat or a canoe, and do other outdoor stuff on the island. There are no roads to this island, so guests rely on the Waxholmsbolaget or the Cinderella boat to reach city centre. If you arrive on your own boat, you can have access to moorings in the marina.

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The Vaxholm Fortress was built between 1883-1863 to guard one of the main waterways that lead into the Stockholm Archipelago. Its museum contains interesting items from Vaxholm's history as a fortress, and then later as a prison. The structure is impressive, and is an interesting stop for those who want to learn something of its history.

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Millesgården is one of Stockholm's most popular tourist attractions. Located on Lidingö island, it was once the world-famous Swedish sculptor Carl Milles' home and studio. The peaceful garden is an enchanted place and is filled with impressive angelic sculptures. Apart from Milles' own work, you can also view his excellent private collection of antique Greco-Roman, Medieval and Renaissance art. Call for information on contemporary exhibitions, lectures, seminars and concerts. There is a shop and a café. To get here, take the bus from Ropsten.