Too busy to scroll: 17 hands-on ways to experience Sweden
Some trips leave you with hundreds of photos. Others leave you with sticky fingers, sore arms and a clearer mind.
Welcome to Sweden
Kayaking
With over 30 000 islands, the Stockholm Archipelago is the largest of its kind in Sweden.
Photo credit: Henrik Trygg/imagebank.sweden.se
Discover a country where nature is always present. In our cities, in our innovations and in our minds. Our nature has affected what we eat, where we live and how we live. Welcome to Sweden – a destination of a different nature.
Start exploring Sweden
Choose your direction
Seasonal highlights
Unmissable music events in Sweden 2026
Island getaways Swedes swear by
Coolcation in Sweden: 14 ways to keep your holiday refreshing
Pride festivals in Sweden this summer
9 beautiful beaches in Sweden
Sweden's best campsites – from north to south
When and where to see the magical Midnight Sun
Sweden's best cycling routes – enjoy an active holiday
Top hiking trails in Sweden
From Arctic mountain landscapes to forests, archipelagos and sandy beaches, Sweden offers hiking experiences for every kind of adventurer.
Viking wellness in Sweden – a centuries-old way of feeling good
Viking wellness is one of 2026’s most talked-about travel trends. In Sweden, it’s a way of life rooted in centuries of tradition.
Destinations to discover
Umeå – where creativity meets northern nature
Visby – a Swedish fairytale town on the island of Gotland
Arctic Sweden – a culture-rich natural wonderland
Gothenburg – Sweden’s vibrant west coast city
Hälsingland – a province of cultural heritage and scenic beauty
City break in Stockholm and beyond
Helsingborg – where innovation meets history by the sea
A seafood road trip along Sweden's west coast
Four days of coastal flavours and seaside stays.
