13 Stockholm Walking Tours We Would Walk Twice

1.Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,685 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $33Our pick

Walk through Gamla Stan with a theatrical guide such as Callum, Chris, Cody, or Reece, hearing grim tales of murders, disease, executions, and ghosts. The 1.5-hour route uses narrow lanes, courtyards, old walls, and a spooky church crypt. Bring sturdy shoes, expect stairs and cobblestones, and prepare for history served with dark humor.

“The evening stroll through Gamla Stan was nothing short of haunting. The alleyways narrow and crooked promised tales of dark deeds and a chill that did not entirely belong to the winter wind. Our guide, Chris, was absolutely superb, a master of his craft, weaving tales of murder and restless spirits, revealing Gamla Stan’s darker underbelly with theatrical expertise. We recommend this eerie delight to every visitor of Stockholm. Thank you very much for such a memorable evening.”

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2.Stockholm Gamla Stan: Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,714 reviews · 2 hours · from $16

Spend two hours walking Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with an English-speaking local guide. You’ll see the German Church, Mårten Trotzigs Gränd, the Royal Palace, Stockholm Cathedral, the Nobel Museum, Riddarholmen Church, and more. Guides such as Marta, Michal, and Ben are known for clear stories, humor, and useful Stockholm tips.

“Marta was absolutely lovely and stayed after to answer questions and give recommendations. She knew her stuff and made all the history really fun! She also took time to make sure everyone was comfortable and not too cold in the -8 degree weather!! Highly recommend ☺️”

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3.Walking Tour of Stockholm Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,175 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

Start near Parliament at 10:00 am and walk through Gamla Stan with guides such as Gaia, Sophie, Aggie, and Dante. Expect a friendly, story-led overview of Stockholm’s old center, including the Royal Palace, Stortorget, Riddarholmen, Järnpojken, and the city’s narrowest street. The tour is in English and capped at 20 people.

“Very informative and interesting tour. Takes you around just about all of old town, giving historical and current facts.”

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4.Swedish Food Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,167 reviews · 4 hours · from $112

Spend four hours tasting Stockholm with an English-speaking guide such as Cotton, Sara, or Teresa. Visit Östermalmshallen and Hötorgshallen, sample seafood, cheeses, game meats, chocolate, liquorice, and Swedish meatballs, then finish with coffee and a cinnamon roll in Gamla Stan.

“Teresa was very friendly, interesting and knowledgeable. It was a great tour with great opportunity to taste Swedish food. Highly recommended.”

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5.The Original Stockholm Ghost Walk and Historical Tour – Gamla Stan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,165 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Walk Stockholm’s medieval Gamla Stan with an English-speaking guide such as Chris, Callum, Reese, or Cody. Expect narrow lanes, hidden courtyards, grim tales of plague and executions, lively theatrical storytelling, and a memorable visit near the German church crypts. The tour runs in all weather, so wear warm layers and sturdy shoes.

“It was fun. A little bit of walking in the old town. Reese was a great story teller!!! I would do it again!!”

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6.Old Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 675 reviews · 2 hours · from $708

Start at the Nobel Museum in Stortorget and follow a private guide through Gamla Stan, past royal palaces, churches, the Iron Boy statue, and Riddarholmen. Expect cobblestones, local legends, and broad views over Lake Mälaren. Tours run in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, or Swedish.

“We had the pleasure to have this very interesting tour with Anna as the guide. Lovely places and detailed descriptions. Anna turned out to be a perfect guide that made this experience really enjoyable and educational. Emma and Maurizio”

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7.Guided Historic Old Town Walking Tour with Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 618 reviews · 2 hours · from $22

Walk Stockholm’s medieval Gamla Stan with Sophie, a Stockholm-born guide studying to become an authorised city guide. In two efficient hours, you’ll see Riddarholmen, the Royal Palace, Stortorget, Mårten Trotzigs Gränd, churches, statues, and the Nobel Museum from outside. Historic photos, a mini Fika, and Sophie’s local food tips add useful character.

“Zügige, informative Führung mit Zeit für Zwischenfragen”

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8.Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 596 reviews · 2 hours · from $50

Explore Stockholm’s Gamla Stan on a two-hour English walking tour with guides such as Sofia, Sara, and Sophia. See the Baroque Royal Palace, a cannonball lodged in a house, and sites tied to the Stockholm Blood Bath and St. George and the Dragon. Expect stories, questions, photo stops, and practical local tips.

“This tour was amazing! Definitely our favorite part of the trip :) ..with the exception of The Eras Tour!!”

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9.Old Town Historical Walking Tour, small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 411 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Join Kiki, an Authorized Stockholm Guide, for a relaxed two-hour walk through Gamla Stan. You’ll follow cobbled lanes past the main square, German church, narrowest street, Royal Palace, St. George and the Dragon, and Stockholm Cathedral. The tour is limited to 10 people and ends with practical restaurant, museum, and sightseeing tips.

“our tour guide delivered excellent information on Stockholms history.”

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10.Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 400 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Walk from Munkbrohamnen through Riddarholmen and Gamla stan with a live guide in English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish. Hear stories tied to the Royal Palace, Nobel Museum, Cathedral, German Church, and Mårten Trotzigs Gränd. Guides such as Pedro, Maiten, and Daniela have led recent tours.

“Pedro a été un guide en or, la visite a été très enrichissante !”

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11.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 291 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $64

Meet a Lokafyer such as Monika, Andreas, Erika, or Khaled for a private Stockholm walk lasting 2 to 8 hours. Choose a central meeting point, ask for history, food, shopping, street art, or local life, and shape the route as you go. Transport and attraction tickets cost extra.

“We enjoyed exploring the city walking and by public transportation. It's a great way to know everything about the city.”

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12.Old Town Walking Tour, stories and secrets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 275 reviews · from $16

Spend two hours walking Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with an English-speaking guide. Hear stories of Swedish monarchs, ordinary city life, and local secrets as you visit Stortorget, the Royal Palace, Riddarholmen, and narrow Mårten Trotzigs Gränd. Guide Sara, also listed as Sarah, is known for lively storytelling and useful city tips.

“Great tour. Very informative and gave us a great overview of the old town”

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13.Walking tour of Gamla Stan, the Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 101 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $14Best value

Spend 2.5 hours walking Gamla Stan with Rainbow Tours, usually in English or German. Your guide brings Stockholm’s past to life at the Royal Palace, Stortorget, Riddarholmen, Stockholm Cathedral, and Mårten Trotzigs Gränd. Expect history, Swedish customs, jokes, and practical tips for the rest of your visit.

“Fantastic tour with an interesting and entertaining guide. Loved it.”

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