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Gustavsberg

Gustavsberg is a small yet historic town town 20km east of Stockholm. It is famous throughout the world for its china factory, which was founded in the year 1825. The town evolved around the factory in the 19th century and homes of the working man can be seen when taking a walk through this idyllic town.

Scandic Hotel Malmen

The Scandic Hotel Malmen is a middle class hotel that is located in the centre of Soedermalm. The city is easily accessible by subway or bike. The hotel reflects our environmentally-conscious era, employing recycling and offering rooms that use only allergy-free materials.

Address: Götgatan 49-51

Tel: +46 8-517 347 00

Fax: +46 8-517 347 11

Email: malmen@scandic-hotels.com

Website: www.scandic-hotels.com

Gallerian

Gallerian is a small shopping mall very close to Sergels Torg. It has about 60 tenants dealing in accessories, fashion, books, restaurants and cafés.

Address : Hamngatan 37

Tel:+46 8-58 59 18 51

Fax: +46 8-791 24 41

Website: www.gallerian.se

Svensk Hemslöjd

Svensk Hemslöjd displays and sells folk art and hand craft from all over Sweden.

Address : Sveavägen 44

Tel: 46 8-23 21 15

Fax: +46 8-23 21 19

Email: info@svenskhemslojd.com

Website: www.svenskhemslojd.com

Vaxholm

Vaxholm is a small town, located in Stockholm's archipelago. It faces the sea and it is known as the "pearl of the archipelago". Vaxholm can be reached by boat, departing from Sjeppskajen in Stockholm. It is a beautiful one hour boat trip through Stockholm's picturesque archipelago. This town has cute wooden houses, a beautiful natural habitat and a great fortress museum. A Vaxholm visit is a great one day Stockholm excursion, especially in the summer.

Website: www.vaxholm.se

Djurgården

Djurgården is an island lying sideways to Skeppsholmen, which belongs to the eastern side of Stockholm. The word Djurgården means "Animal Garden" in Swedish, and the name originated from the fact that King Karl XI designated this area as the royal hunting grounds in the late 17th century. This is a popular area for both tourists and locals. Here you can both enjoy a museum visit as well as relaxing picnic in the park.

Sandhamn

Sandhamn is one of the more popular islands in the Stockholm archipelago. In the summer time Sandhamn offer plenty do from sailing and fishing to shopping and eating. Sandhamn is a great resort in the summer. From Stockholm, there is a one-way 3-hour canal tour every day during the summer. Day trips are also recommended.

Website: www.sandhamn.org/english

Ålens City

Ålens City is located in the central part of Stockholm and it is the country's largest franchised department store. It carries a wide variety of products, from high-quality merchandise to everyday goods.

Address : Klarabergsgatan 50

Tel: +46 8-676 00 00

Website: www.ahlens.se

Drottningholm Royal Theatre

The Royal Theatre was built in 1766 to celebrate the birth of Gustav III. It was used as a storehouse after Gustav III was assassinated in 1792, but was later restored at the turn of the 20th century. The theatre is now used for opera and other performances during the summer.

Tel:+46 8-556 931 00

Ticket Office: +46 77 170 70 70

Fax: +46 8-556 931 01

Website: www.dtm.se

The Islands of Fjäderholmarna

These islands called 'Fjäderholmarna', are about 25 minutes from Stockholm by commuter boat, and it is the closest archipelago island from the city. On the island, you can find glass products and textiles by young emerging designers. You can even participate in pottery workshops. The open-air theater is very popular during the summer. The famous designer hotel "Hotel J" is also located in this area at Nacka Strand, the middle stop along the commuter boat line.

www.fjaderholmarna.com

Website: www.nackastrand.se

Arm Museum (Armemuseum)

The Arm Museum displays a wide collection of military uniforms, weapons and war journals, which tell the history of the Swedish army and weapons over the past 500 years. It is located in the Östermalm area.

Address: Riddargatan 13

Tel: +46 8-519 563 00

Fax: +46 8-662 68 31

Email: info@armemuseum.se

Website: www.armemuseum.org

Eken Matsal

Eken Matsal is a restaurant that is located on the first floor of Hilton Hotel in Slussen. This restaurant serves organic food and offers a great menu. Dining here you will also enjoy the view of the picturesque city hall and the old town across the Riddar fjord shore .

Address: Guldrand 8

Tel: +46 8-517 353 00

Fredsgatan12

Website: www.stockholm-slussen.hilton.com

Scandic Hotel Continental

This hotel is conveniently located right across from the Central Station. The hotel is suitable for both tourists and businesspeople. Despite a long history, the hotel's interior resembles modern European design thanks to major renovations carried out in 1990. The ten-story hotel offers rooms with beautiful views overlooking the city hall.

Address: Klara Vattugränd 4

Tel: +46 8-517 342 00

Fax: +46 8-517 342 11

Email: continental@scandic-hotels.com

Website: www.scandic-hotels.com

Clarion Hotel Stockholm

The Clarion is located in Södermalm. It has a modern and simple interior and was opened in May, 2003. It offers a banquet room with a capacity of 1,000 people, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The inside is decorated by young artists and their stylish bar is always packed with the local youngsters.

Address: Ringvägen 98

Tel: +46 8-462 10 00

Fax: +46 8-462 10 99

Email: stockholm@choice.se

Website: www.clarionstockholm.com

Mariefred

Mariefred is a small town located west of Stockholm. It is centered on an old castle overlooking Lake Malaren. It is a 45-minute ride by train or bus from Stockholm, but the commuter steamboats that allow passengers to enjoy the natural environment, are very popular.

Website: www.imariefred.nu