Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide in Stockholm
Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide

Outty Ranking 46 4.0 · 7 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $359

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Is Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide worth booking?

Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide is a 2-hour experience in Stockholm, Sweden, from $359 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
46 / 100
Rating
4/5 (7)
Duration
2 hours
From
$359 per person

Get a relaxed, cozy tour full of fun facts and unexpected stories. Enjoy the full attention of a local private tour guide, exploring Old Town's all secrets finding cozy alley´s and stories you would never find on your ow

What you get

    About this experience

    Get a relaxed, cozy tour full of fun facts and unexpected stories. Enjoy the full attention of a local private tour guide, exploring Old Town's all secrets finding cozy alley´s and stories you would never find on your own. On this tour, full of funny facts and interesting stories, your host will be your own private, authorized Stockholm city tour guide. You'll get a relaxed, cozy tour all by yourself. Forget the hassle of joining a big group tour elbowing your way trough trying to hear what the guide say and missing what he point's at. Explore old town on your own and enjoy the full attention of your tour guide on this private Old Town city walk with a expert local guide. You will have him or hers full attention during the tour and can ask as many questions you like. During your 2h private walking tour you'll will see all the sights and alley´s of the Old Town (Gamla Stan).

    What's included

    Included

    • Experience Swedish culture and Stockholms history
    • Private, authorized tour guide
    • Explore Old Town's hidden gems and alley's during the tour
    • A cozy, fun 2h tour full of unexpected stories

    Not included

    • Food and drink
    • Entrences to attractions.

    What you'll see and do

    1. Stockholm Old Town

      Experience Old town in a relaxed, cozy way with an experienced tour guide. On this tour you'll explore different alleys and hear fascinating stories of the past 800 years. Take a fully private walk in the Old Town with a expert guide. You will have him or hers full attention during the tour and can ask as many questions you like. Experience the history behind Old Town's many churches and other sights that there are to be found in there. Explore everything from the many hidden objects that are in there as a canon ball in one of the walls to more hidden stories like hidden mediveal basements and the Old Town Viking Age runestone. Visit the most narrow ally, hear about the monestary and experience 800 years old houses while you are walking. Explore where Stockholm blood bath happened when the danish king killed over 100 people as well as at the history of the Stockholm Palace and many more stories awaits you on this private 2h Stockholm city walk.

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Stockholm

    Hotel pick up or meeting place outside the Nobel museum, on the right side of the stairs leading into the buildning.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations.

    Ends at

    Hotel pick up or meeting place outside the Nobel museum, on the right side of the stairs leading into the buildning.

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Sweden History Tours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    7 verified traveler reviews for Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Fredrik W · July 2024

    Fantastic guided city walk in medieval Old Town.

    Fantastically knowledgeable and committed guide who was both trained historian and archaeologist. Gave a complete picture of how Gamla Stan in Stockholm evolved from the Middle Ages to the present. Way above expectations. Highly recommended.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    sandrahY3901EE · February 2023

    Highly recommended!

    Super exciting and educational with the guide Jonathan :) Highly recommend to anyone interested in Stockholm's history.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    192ullam · December 2022

    Good.

    I did not book a private hike, but since I was the only one who wanted to go, it was just the guide and I. So it was a private hike. Went on a lot of small streets in the Old Town, which I didn't know existed.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    ChristineM816 · July 2022

    Tour guide did not show up.

    The tour guide did not show up. We waited 25 minutes at the designated spot. An hour later they called saying the tour guide had the wrong time and was an hour off. To be fair, they offered to re-book us for a free make-up tour, but we declined. They gave us a full refund.

    Response from the operator: Hello, We sincerley apologise for this mistake, it is not acceptable. We will look over our routines to ensure that these kinds of mistakes do not happen in the future. Best regards, Angus

    via Tripadvisor

    Marianne-Borgefalk · October 2020

    Nice and interesting tour in the old town

    Interesting and enlightening. Suitable size and some deep dives into interesting medieval phenomena. About 1 hour was just right for us and Jonathan was very knowledgeable in his field. Many new facts and anectotes. Highly recommended

    Response from the operator: Tack för ett mycket fint skrivet omdöme, roligt att höra att ni uppskattade guideturen. Det var väldigt roligt att få guida er och jag hoppas hemresan gick bra. /Jonathan

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    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
    $359 to $3350
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 46

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)59
    Review evidence (18% weight)32
    Booking momentum (14% weight)20
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)31
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Stockholm.

    How much does Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide cost?

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    Prices start at $359 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 Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide 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 Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Stockholm, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide?

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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 Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide 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 Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide?

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    Around 2 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 Stockholm Old Town 2h Private Walking Tour - Private local guide 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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