Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm in Stockholm
Stockholm, Sweden

Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm

Outty Ranking 53 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $300

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Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm is a 5-hour experience in Stockholm, Sweden, from $300 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
5 hours
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$300 per person

Sweden got some of the best perseved mediveal chuches in Europe. On this tour we explore some of the best preserved ones close to Stockholm. Enjoy 15c preserved frescos, mediveal crosses, winger alter pieces, romanesqe a

What you get

    About this experience

    Sweden got some of the best perseved mediveal chuches in Europe. On this tour we explore some of the best preserved ones close to Stockholm. Enjoy 15c preserved frescos, mediveal crosses, winger alter pieces, romanesqe arcitecture and much more. Explore the church history of Sweden on this private half-day tour from Stockholm with a knowledgeable local guide. Meet up in central Stockholm at your hotel.

    What's included

    Included

    • Local guide
    • Driver/guide

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Taby kyrka

      We travel north into the beautiful Swedish countryside. Explore churches both famous and less wellknown gems hidden in the landscape. Travel to Täby church that have one of the best preserved fresques from the late 15th C preserved, winged alter pieces and more. see how the churches were built and learn about the epoch art styles. Visit the famous Täby Church, home of Albertus Pictor; a famour swedish church painter living around 1470-90s when he and his workshop painted. Täby is one of the best preserved examples of that. Mediveal tripetych left and a cozy cool church room..

      40 minutes here

    2. Visit a very typical after-reformatic 18th C church room, whitewashed walls and noble families burial weapons painted in same way as the Vasa ship. We also take a look at stone-masters signatures who built this church and some runestones: the oldest christian monuments around close to Stockholm.

      40 minutes here

    3. Vallentuna

      lunch stop.

      40 minutes here

    4. Visit this former private church Anno 1200; builton top of a Viking age house, probably as a church belonging to the farm of this manatee whose wast pit was found some time ago. We travel back to a time when the Swedish nobles held the power over the church in 12th C. This church holds the grave of a women who was mistress to a Swedish warrior king Gustav Adolphus II. Her about her astonishing life; how she beat up tax collectors and got called to court several times.

      30 minutes here

    5. Next we visit a broken church, a church ruin belonging to two parishes that got jointed into one and this got abandoned. Build in the 15th C we can sew how churches was build and made.

      20 minutes here

    6. Onwards to a new 1970:s church belonging to "the free churches of Sweden", Equmeniakyrkan. Sweden have a unic number of small churches existing only in Sweden due to it's many fractions when the prosecution of the Swedish church was lifted in 1860:s with konventrickelplakatet. Many Swedes migrated to America due to the state church religious prosecution.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    sv, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Sweden History Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • A minimum of 2 adult's per booking is required

    Photos

    Markims mediveal churchBeautiful frescoes at Täby churchMarkims churchÖsseby church ruinOrkesta church outside with groupAngarn church with Viking Age runestones

    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    L3906QEpatriciak · October 2022

    A true history lesson

    Jonathan was so knowledgeable! And visiting the ancient churches was a real history lesson. The countryside was so beautiful and we even saw deer.

    via Tripadvisor

    janequeensland · September 2019

    Excellent tour - intelligent, well done!

    This tour was a thoroughly enjoyable history of the changes in the religions in Sweden over the past one thousand years. It was an intelligent tour led by a knowledgable young guide who made the half day pass very quickly. We visited some lovely churches to admire the change in architecture and artwork. Our driver was also delightful and gave us a quick overveiw of the kings and queens. I would highly recommend this tour if you are looking for some history after the Viking period. The tour is taken outside Stockholm so is a chance to see a little bit of the local countryside. Our guide was very happy to adapt the tour to include some things we specifically asked about.

    Response from the operator: Hi Jane, I remember our tour and are always happy to try to alter the tour after the guests wishes if possible. You where delightful people to have on a tour and please contact me if you return again. /Jonathan

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $300 to $4838
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
    Review evidence (18% weight)17
    Booking momentum (14% weight)13
    Value for money (12% weight)60
    Listing quality (10% weight)69
    Local standing (8% weight)55
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm: questions travelers ask

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    How much does Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm cost?

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    Prices start at $300 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 Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm take?

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    Plan for about 5 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 Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from 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 Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from Stockholm?

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    Around 1 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Tour: Swedish Church History Half-Day Tour from 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.

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