A guide to
STOCKHOLM

Stockholm, the crown jewel of Sweden, might be one of Europe's most underrated destinations. Built on 14 islands connected by over 50 bridges, the Swedish capital is full of colorful buildings, waterfront views at every corner and a plethora of viewpoints to enjoy the view of the city from above. What makes Stockholm truly special though, is how the experience differs depending on the season you visit it - from the long summer days, exploring the islands and outdoor activities, to cozy winter evenings on snowy streets and Christmas markets, to spring cherry blossom, and autumn golden shades on tree leaves.

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Table Of Contents

• 🗺 Where to go
• 💡 Recommendations
• 📝 Things to know

But there's one experience you can enjoy no matter the season - and it lies underground. Stockholm's metro system is like a huge art gallery, with the majority of the stations decorated with colorful murals, sculptures and paintings. Let's start our journey there!

Where to go

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1. Metro Art

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Stockholm's metro is often called the world's longest art gallery, and for good reason. The majority of the stations feature colorful murals, sculptures, and artistic decorations that turn everyday commutes into something unexpected. Here are some of the stations worth exploring:

Kungstradgarden

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The end of the Blue Line and probably the most eye-catching station in the network. Heading down the escalators, you'll notice a piano keyboard painted across the ceiling above you. The platform itself is equally surprising — colorful patterns cover the walls and ceiling, the floor has a checked tile design, and along the walkway you'll find columns and statues laid out like an archaeological excavation site.

Stadion

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Named after the nearby 1912 Olympic Stadium, this station is hard to forget. A large rainbow stretches across the cave ceiling, standing out vividly against the raw, exposed bedrock walls. It's one of those stations where you instinctively reach for your camera.

Stadshagen

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A sports-themed station, named after the sports center above. The walls feature colorful illustrations of various sports painted on buckled aluminum panels — from soccer and athletics to ice hockey and swimming. The fun part is that the motifs change depending on the angle you look at them, and the platform transitions from summer sports on one end to winter sports on the other.

Solna Centrum

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Deep red and green walls carved into the bedrock make this station feel like stepping into a painted cavern. The artwork tells a story about the tension between urbanization and nature — the red representing the expanding city consuming the green countryside. Somewhere along the way you'll spot a hunter and an elk, one of the many small details worth looking out for.

Radhuset

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A different approach entirely: the natural bedrock is left exposed, painted in warm reddish-brown tones that stand out against the blue metro trains passing through. The station has the feel of a sunken world — if you look up, you might spot a pair of colorful galoshes hanging from the ceiling, and along the walls you'll find details like a sunken gate, a chimney, and birchwood.

Tekniska hogskolan

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Right next to the Royal Institute of Technology, so it's no surprise the station has a science theme. A dodecahedron hangs from the cave ceiling, representing the classical elements — fire, air, water, and earth — while geometric shapes and scientific references are carved into the walls throughout.

Things to know before your visit

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1. 🐧

   What currency do they use in Stockholm?

   Swedish Krona - SEK(kr)

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   What type of power outlet?

   Types C

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   Is tap water drinkable

   Yes, it's drinkable

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   Some words

   Tack 🔈(tack/tak/)→ Thank you
   Hej 🔈(hey/hɛj/)→ Hi / Hello
   God morgon 🔈(good mor-gon/ɡuːd ˈmɔrːɡɔn/)→ Good morning
   God kväll 🔈(good kvel/ɡuːd ˈɕvɛlː/)→ Good evening
   Ja 🔈(ya/jɑː/)→ Yes
   Nej 🔈(nay/nɛj/)→ No
   Varsågod 🔈(var-so-goad/ˌvarːsoˈɡuːd/)→ You're welcome
   Ursäkta 🔈(oor-shek-ta/ʊːˈɕɛkːta/)→ Excuse me / Sorry
   

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