Tag Archives: Stockholm
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Travelling by Taxi in Stockholm
There are a large number of taxi companies in Stockholm to choose from, but those that are approved and that have metered fares have yellow number plates. How much a taxi will cost you obviously depends on the length of your journey, and the time of day. Having said..
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The Cost of Driving in Stockholm
Driving in an unknown city can be a stressful experience, so rather than put yourself through this you may find it better to stop just inside the inner city at any one of the 25 park-and-ride facilities, which are situated near to public transport connections. You will get the..
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Public Transport in Stockholm
You will be impressed by the standard of public transport in Stockholm: not only is it comfortable and safe, but it is also incredibly efficient. The easiest way to get round town is by using the underground. You can purchase tickets from a number of different places, such as..
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How to Get to Stockholm from the Airport
The quickest way to get into the centre of Stockholm from the Arlanda Airport is to take the Stockholm-Arlanda Express. You will be at the Central Station in the middle of the city within just 20 minutes. If you find yourself a terminal 2, 3, or 4 you will..
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Ferry Round Stockholm
Stockholm is a city built on water, so it makes sense that ferries are a perfect way to travel, and you will find that they are equally popular between local people and tourists. You can use an SL Card, or you can buy single tickets on the quay. Depending..
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The Vasa Museum
You can't holiday in Stockholm without going to The Vasa Museum; a seventeenth century vessel, the Vasa is the only preserved ship of its time, and is truly a work of art. A beautiful structure, the boat is a staggering 69 metres long, and was intended for war. Sinking..
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The City Hall
One of the most famous attractions in Stockholm is, without a doubt, the City Hall. With its massive spire boasting the renowned Golden Three Crowns, this building is an impressive structure and a brilliant example of romanticism occurring in architecture. Designed by Ragner Östberg, the building was opened in..
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Subway Art Like No Other
Considered by many to be the world's longest art exhibition, the Stockholm subway system stretches over a massive 110 kilometres. Out of the total 100 stations throughout the city, more than 90 of them have been decorated with paintings, mosaics, engravings, reliefs, installations and sculptures by over 150 different..
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See Skansen at its best
One of the most popular places to visit on your Stockholm holiday is Skansen, a historical miniature version of how the country used to be. A lot of work has gone into making this area seem as authentic as possible, including transporting more than a staggering 150 farms and..
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Ride the Globe!
See Stockholm in an entirely novel way by taking a ride on the newly built attraction, SkyView. Travelling around the world's biggest spherical building, you can see the best sites the city has to offer. Reaching up to an impressive 130 metres from the sea bed, the SkyView encapsulates..
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