
Old Town Tour of Stockholm
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September 2026
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Age 13 and over
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Traveler rating
4.2/5
Based on 300 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Old Town Tour of Stockholm worth booking?
Old Town Tour of Stockholm is a 2-hour experience in Stockholm, Sweden, from $48 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 300 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (300)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $48 per person
Old town, or “Gamla stan” as it is known locally, is by far the most mythical and legendary neighborhood in all of Stockholm. As the city’s historical center, this is where you find out about ancient events and hear fasc
What you get
About this experience
Old town, or “Gamla stan” as it is known locally, is by far the most mythical and legendary neighborhood in all of Stockholm. As the city’s historical center, this is where you find out about ancient events and hear fascinating stories and tales that would last for a lifetime! With this tour its like you step in to a time machine and are whisked back to the to middle ages where noblemen, princesses and dukes roamed the streets. Come find out about the Stockholm Blood Bath, the cannonball wedged in house façade and the legend of St George and the Dragon.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Stockholm Old Town
The Stockholm Old Town tour is like an episode from Game of Thrones, but it’s all real. Come experience what Stockholm was like in the middle ages and get immersed in thrilling historical tales.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Stockholm
Please meet your guide outside of the restaurant named 'Under Kastanjen' (The guide will be standing right underneath the big chestnut tree).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet your guide outside of the restaurant named 'Under Kastanjen' (The guide will be standing right underneath the big chestnut tree).
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tours of Stockholm
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 300 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
300 verified traveler reviews for Old Town Tour of Stockholm. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Worst tour guide ever, save yourselves
This guide could not communicate effectively to explain history and what we were seeing or he didn’t know anything. We learned more from other tour guides who we crossed paths with. What a waste of our precious time in Stockholm and our money. I want a refund.
via Tripadvisor
Avoid at all costs!
Guide never showed - very disappointed. This has been noted on previous reviews numerous times. Viator, please take this listing down!
via Viator
That our tour guide...
That our tour guide didn’t show. Very disappointed in Viator as I sent numerous messages to confirm the tour with no response.
via Viator
Cancels with no notice
they canceled on me on saturday and wanted to move the tour / did not find a replacement guide. and i still have not gotten a refund.
via Viator
No show of guide, last minute agency sent someone after my telephone call
I booked tour via Trip Advisor, it was expensive tour in comparison to the other available old town tour on Trip Advisor (more than double price). Guide didn’t show. I called agency and they were surprised that I have booking. They sent ad hoc this very nice guy, but I am not even sure he was real guide as he had very simple story: we are here, this is xy and moved on. Scarce history details, just a few facts…We could have more information if we just googled a bit. This guy was really trying and I dont blame him, Agency should have educated him. Very dissapointing experience even though we found Stocholm city center very beautifull.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $48 to $550
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 105
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Old Town Tour of Stockholm: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Stockholm.
How much does Old Town Tour of Stockholm cost?
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Prices start at $48 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Stockholm usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Old Town Tour of Stockholm take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Stockholm is not rushed.
Is Old Town Tour of Stockholm worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 300 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Stockholm, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Old Town Tour of Stockholm?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Old Town Tour of Stockholm suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Old Town Tour of Stockholm?
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Around 105 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Stockholm can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Stockholm and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Old Town Tour of Stockholm start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Stockholm within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Stockholm?
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On Outty we rank every Stockholm experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Stockholm: Walking Tour of the Old Town, Best of Stockholm: Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours), Vasa Museum Guided Tour, Including Ticket & Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Stockholm?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Stockholm?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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