Stockholm Old Town Walking Tour: From Viking Era to the Stockholm Bloodbath
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826 Ratings
Stockholm
Discover the fascinating history of Stockholm's Old Town on a walking tour that takes you from the Viking Era to the Stockholm Bloodbath. Explore Gamlastan, learn about the city's German influence, and delve into the events that shaped Sweden's history. Book now!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Parliament Building (Riksdagshuset) - Parliament Building, constructed from 1895 to 1904.
- Stockholm Old Town - Exploring the ancient streets of Stockholm’s Old Town, uncovering the origins and evolution of this historic area.
- Iglesia Alemana - The German Church, a longstanding place of worship in Gamlastan, showcasing neoclassical architecture.
- Riddarholmen Church - Located on the Knights Islet, this site reveals the founding history of Gamlastan and is home to Stockholm’s original palace.
- Jarnpojken - Known as the tiniest statue in Stockholm, Järnpojke, created in 1950, is also referred to as ‘the boy gazing at the moon’ and is the city’s most frequented statue.
- Storkyrkan - The Cathedral of Stockholm, Storkyrka, serves as the principal church in Gamlastan and shelters the famed sculpture of Saint George slaying the dragon.
- Nobel Prize Museum - This museum celebrates the Nobel Prize and the Swedish Academy, the institution responsible for selecting the laureate of the literature award.
- Royal Palace - The Royal Palace of Stockholm, encompassing four distinct museums.
- Stortorget - The central square in Gamlastan, a site of significant historical events, including the notorious Stockholm bloodbath.
- Marten Trotzigs grand - The most slender alley in Stockholm, bearing the name of the city’s most prominent merchant.
- The Royal Swedish Opera - The esteemed Royal Opera House of Stockholm.
- St George and the Dragon Statue - A monument depicting the 1471 Battle of Brunkeberg where Sten Sture triumphed over the forces of Christian I of Denmark.
What's Included
- Expert local guide
Additional Information
Join our Old Town Tour to appreciate the stunning island of Gamlastan and comprehend why it was chosen by the Vikings to establish their next capital. The tour is organized in chronological order allowing you to immerse yourself in history as the city did. We unfold the journey starting from the Viking Era, shedding light on Germany’s influence in the country and the notable Danish conflict culminating in the significant Swedish episode: the bloody Stockholm massacre of 1520 and the subsequent succession of Gustav Vasa.
Booking on Viator allows you to make the necessary payment upfront, alternatively, you can reserve your spot for free on our website, with the option to pay at the conclusion of the tour.
Location
Gustav Adolfs torg
We are on the roundabout, the guide has a rainbow umbrella.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Imtravelingalone
Apr 16, 2024
Highly enjoyable walking tour - This was a great tour. Sebastian was very engaging and fun and had a lot of great information. I enjoyed it so much that I've booked another tour with the company of Soldermalm for later this week.
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Susana
Apr 16, 2024
Sensational!!! - We took the Free Tour in Spanish with Mark. Sensational!! Great knowledge about Nordic countries in general and Stockholm in particular. Enjoyable and with a sense of humor. Excellent experience despite the rainy and cold day.
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Davidoutram
Apr 16, 2024
Excellent visu - 5 star because she very knowledgeable and clearly spoken. She was very friendly and easy to talk to I highly recommended
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Ani_s
Apr 14, 2024
Book the tour - Zoe was a great guide. She was very knowledge, witty, and had a great sense of humor. Listening to the history of the area with a touch of humor was entertaining and kept you tuned in
Id definitely recommend her and the tour. Also met some great people with us in the group.
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Judith_b
Apr 10, 2024
Old Town Tour (2.5 hours) - Our guide Marc was very well versed in the history of Sweden and Stockholm. His humour was appreciated and made everyone feel at ease. He answers all questions and even looked up additional information to share as well. Would highly recommend the tour and Marc as an excellent guide!!
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Gillian_d
Apr 9, 2024
Fantastic walking tour through Gamla Stan.. in the snow! - A fantastic walking tour through Gamla Stan.. in the snow! Arturo was incredibly knowledgeable and led our tour very sympathetically through the snow, taking us to sheltered spots for sharing interesting talking points, and a fantastic Fika stop! One of the best things we did in Stockholm. Definitely do this tour if you are considering it!
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Kelly_s
Apr 8, 2024
fun tour - The tour was great and the tour guide (Aggie) was super friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed ourselves despite the cold weather.
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651jorgep
Apr 7, 2024
The guides are very trained on the subject. I would repeat without a doubt - Yesterday we arrived in Stockholm and we had an excursion with Bea through Södermalm and we loved how she explained everything to us: the transformation of the neighborhood, the life of the Swedes, the viewpoints... You can tell that she controls the topic.
Today we were in the old town with Arturo and it was wonderful. I love history and the origin of words, it has been an incredible afternoon sharing knowledge and describing what happened in this area. It is clear that Arturo controls the history of the country, but also of the rest of the Nordic countries. A pleasure.
I would definitely repeat with them 🤩
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Diana_k
Apr 6, 2024
Excellent - Arturo was friendly and his experiences helped us understand Swedish history and the relevance of the culture today. The group was a medium size which made it more personable. Gracias Arturo, por tu gentileza con nosotros.
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Mariangf6831gd
Apr 3, 2024
Excellent! - Jorge has been spectacular, attentive and kind, the tour was very complete and interesting! Highly recommended! Very good tour!!!
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