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Fredsgatan 12

Fredsgatan 12 is a very stylish and contemporary restaurant. It offers a great eclectic menu and creative combinations, such as chicken with eucalyptus or lamb with dill, liquorice, and carrots.

Address : Fredsgatan 12

Tel: +46 8-24 80 52

Fax: +46 8-23-76 05

Email: reservation@fredsgatan12.com

The Opera House (Operan)

Called ‘Operan’ in Swedish is a historical theatre located on the southern bank of Norrmalm, facing Gamla Stan. It was originally built by Gustav III in the 18th century, but the current building was erected in Baroque style in the late 19th century.

Address: Gustav Adolfs Torg

Tel: +46 8-24 82 40

Website: www.operan.se

Strindberg Museum Strindbergsmuseet

The Strindberg Museum is the house in which J.A. Strindberg (1849 to 1912), one of the greatest naturalist writers and playwrights of Sweden spent his twilight years. It is now open to the public as a museum. Some theatrical acts are also performed here.

Address: Drottninggatan 85

Tel: +46 8-411 53 54

Fax: +46 8-411 01 41

Email: info@strindbergsmuseet.se

Website: www.strindbergsmuseet.se

Torup Castle

15km south east of Malmö. A 16th century castle in the middle of the forest. The castle has vines entwined around its brick walls, towers and a moat, and the interior and art collections are beautiful.

Website: www.eslov.se/eslovsguiden/slott/trollenas_slott

Nobel Museum

The Noble Museum is located in Gamla Stan, which is in the heart of Stockholm. The Nobel Museum is well worth a visit as you can learn about the rather involved Noble structure, prize winners and politics around receiving the prize. You also purchase and inspiring Nobel book at the museum’s gift shop.

Address: Börshuset, Stortorget. Gamla Stan

Tel: +46 8-534 818 00

Fax: +46 8-23 25 07

Email: nobelmuseum@nobel.se

Website: www.nobelmuseum.se

Royal Palace Kungliga Slottet

This palace looks as if it is actually standing on the water. This is the place where Birger Jarl first built the castle, but the current building is of Dutch Renaissance style dating back to 1760. The palace has 608 rooms, but with the residential castle now located in Drottningholms Palace (Drottningholms Slott), this palace is only used on certain occasions, such as for entertaining state and public guests, and for housing diplomats. The King's working office is also located here.

Website: www.royalcourt.se

Skeppsholmen

Skeppsholmen is an island that lies to the south of Östermalm, located in the east of Gamla Stan. It was a naval base in the past, but now home to the Modern Museum, the Photo Museum and the Architectural Museum. There is also a National Museum on the opposite side of the bridge on the northern bank.

Svaneholm Castle

A renaisance style castle along the E65 road. Built in 1530, it was renovated in the Venetian style in the 17th century. Houses a museum and the famous Svaneholms Gästgivargård restaurant, whose food has a great reputation (operates from April to December).

Address: Svaneholm, Skurup

Tel: +46 411 400 12

Website: www.svaneholms-slott.se

Dundret

A resort where you can enjoy outdoor activities all year round. Located almost in the centre of Lapland. They have a variety of trails that a lot of Alpine Ski National team uses for training before the start of their season.

Access: One flight a day from Stockholm. 2 hours flight. 15 minutes taxi ride from Gällivare ariport.

Website: www.dundret.se

Smålands Museum

A provincial data museum, showing the history and culture of Smålands.

Address: Södra Järnvägsgatan

Tel: +46 470 704 200

Website: www.smalandsmuseum.se

Nordiska Kristallmagasinet

Nordiska Kristallmagasinet is an old shop that sells Orrefors, Kosta Boda and Venetian glass crystals. Their art glass collection is a must see.

Address : Kungsgatan 9

Tel: +46 8-10 43 72

Fax:+46 8-21 68 45

Website: www.nordiskakristall.com

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

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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

Jukkasjarvi

The Saame village famous for its ice hotel. 17km east of Kiruna, a village located along the river where for 400 years the Saame people have operated their market. The ice hotel and ice art museum are located here. In the open-air museum, you can observe the lifestyle and culture of the ancient Saame people. There is a church built in 1608 in the heart of the village. Outdoor activities and Aurora watching is popular.

Access: 15 minute drive from Kiruna

Karlstad

A sport city abundant in radiant sunshine. North of the Vänern lake, a city located between Stockholm and Oslo. It is abundant in lakes, rivers, greenery and sunshine, especially since this is the city's symbol. Karlstad is known as a city of sports and activities. Boat and canoe sailing on the lakes and rivers, fishing, cycling, hiking, horse riding and many other sports are enjoyed daily here, and courses and facilities are abundant. The people are very enthusiastic about supporting sports too; especially the first stage of the bicycle race "Sweden Rally" that is held in the Varmland District and that attracts many fans.

Website: www.karlstad.se