Stockholm: Walking Tour of the Old Town

Discover the charm of Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town, on a guided walking tour. Stroll through its narrow, colorful streets, uncover centuries of history and culture, and admire landmarks such as the Royal Palace. Meet your guide at Gustav Adolfs Torg in the heart of the city to begin your journey through Gamla Stan. Walk along iconic sites including the Royal Palace, the statue of St. George and the Dragon, the city’s narrowest street, and the famous main square, Stortorget — the setting of one of Sweden’s darkest historical moments. Along the way, your dynamic guides, each with diverse backgrounds, will share stories that blend the city’s rich past with insights into modern Swedish life. You’ll not only see the highlights but also gain a deeper understanding of Stockholm and its people. With Rainbow Tours — Stockholm’s top-rated walking tour company — you’ll explore the city on foot, get insider tips for the rest of your stay, and experience Stockholm like a local.

Itinerary

1. Parliament Building, built from 1895 to 1904. (5 min)
2. Walking around the Old town of Stockholm, getting to know the story behind its foundation and how it has got to be what it is today. (10 min) Admission included
3. The German Church in Gamlastan which has been their church for centuries, with neoclassic style. (5 min)
4. The Knights Islet, here we can see the history of how Gamlastan was founded. It contains its own Palace, the first one in Stockholm. (10 min)
5. The smallest statue in Stockholm, Järnpojke built in 1950, its also called the kid looking at the moon. This statue is the most visited in Stockholm! (10 min) Admission included
6. Cathedralof Stockholm, Storkyrka. The main church of Gamlastan, and house of Saint George and the dragon sculpture. (5 min)
7. Museum of the Nobel Prize and Swedish Academy, where the literature prize is decided. (10 min)
8. Royal Palace of Stockholm, with its 4 museums. (10 min)
9. The main square of Gamlastan, where some of the most important events happened, as the Stockholm bloodbath... (10 min) Admission included
10. The narrowest street in the city, named after the greater business man in Stockholm. (5 min) Admission included
11. Royal Opera House of Stockholm. (10 min)
12. Representation of the battle of Brunkeberg in 1471, Sten Sture defeated the armies of Chirstian the I of Denmark. (5 min) Admission included

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