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Santa, Saints & Stories: Christmas Tour in Stockholm
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Gamla Stan Sightseeing
Duration
1h 15min
Meeting point
Slottsbacken 2
Languages
English
From €18.00
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
Cancel for free up to 24 hours. We price match.
Overview
Step into a winter postcard and discover the stories behind Sweden’s most beloved holiday traditions – while visiting some of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Join a local guide for a festive, brisk Christmas walk through the centre of charming Old Town. As we stroll through candlelit alleys and snow-dusted squares, we’ll explore key historic sites like the Royal Palace, Storkyrkan Cathedral, Tyska Kyrkan and hidden medieval courtyards.
You'll hear about how Swedes have celebrated Christmas through the centuries: from Viking-era feasts and Saint Nicholas legends to the mischievous tomte and today's glowing windows and julbord feasts. We bring Sweden’s holiday spirit to life through tales of Lucia processions, the straw goat (julbocken), Christmas witches and why Swedes light so many candles in December.
The walk ends at the magical Stortorget Christmas Market, one of Europe’s oldest, where you’ll have time to explore warm glögg and handmade crafts on your own.
- 1h 15 min guided, brisk, not slow, walking tour through Old Town with several stops
- An genuine Old Town-guide company
- See historical sites in the center of the Old Town and hear about Swedish tradition
Join a local guide for a festive, brisk Christmas walk through the centre of charming Old Town. As we stroll through candlelit alleys and snow-dusted squares, we’ll explore key historic sites like the Royal Palace, Storkyrkan Cathedral, Tyska Kyrkan and hidden medieval courtyards.
You'll hear about how Swedes have celebrated Christmas through the centuries: from Viking-era feasts and Saint Nicholas legends to the mischievous tomte and today's glowing windows and julbord feasts. We bring Sweden’s holiday spirit to life through tales of Lucia processions, the straw goat (julbocken), Christmas witches and why Swedes light so many candles in December.
The walk ends at the magical Stortorget Christmas Market, one of Europe’s oldest, where you’ll have time to explore warm glögg and handmade crafts on your own.
- 1h 15 min guided, brisk, not slow, walking tour through Old Town with several stops
- An genuine Old Town-guide company
- See historical sites in the center of the Old Town and hear about Swedish tradition
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Gamla Stan
- Free Walking Tour Stockholm
Our Guides
On arrival
Meeting point at Slottsbacken 2. Follow the signs to the Royal Castle and you will find Slottsbacken close to the backside of the Big Church (Storkyrkan).
Make sure to arrive on time. Your guide will arrive 5 minutes before the tour starts.
Things to note
Cobblestone streets, slopes and stairs can make the walk challenging. Make sure to dress warmer than you think you might need.
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Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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