Skeppsholmen

Stockholm

Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen
Skeppsholmen

Explore this tranquil island with a sophisticated mix of cultural experiences as well as stunning views of the city – right in the middle of the bustling capital.

Skeppsholmen is a small island located in the middle of Stockholm's city centre, a short walk from the buzzing Kungstradgarden and linked up the tiny island Blasieholmen. Skeppsholmen has everything that makes Stockholm so great within walking distance: water, beautiful scenery and excellent food around the corner, all sprinkled with a handful of museums well worth the visit.

Culture buffs will not want to miss the mind blowing installations at Moderna Museet, where the best of the modern and contemporary art scene is on display. Visitors will find works of art by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol and Judy Chicago in the museum's permanent collection.

Stop by Ostasiatiska Museet, dedicated to antiquities from the far East, where you'll get the chance admire stunning artefacts from China, Japan, Korea and India. Explore Bergrummet, a converted subterranean military complex that nowadays houses the museum's exhibitions on a permanent basis.

If you wish to spruce up your visit to Stockholm with a concert, check out what's playing at Skeppsholmskyrkan, a beautiful neoclassical church that today goes by the name of Eric Ericsonhallen in order to better reflect its use as a concert venue. This stunning music hall frequently hosts choirs as well as jazz, pop, soul and folk concerts. Inveterate theatre goers will want to check what's playing at Teater Galeasen, one of the capital's most innovative and ground breaking theatres.

However, Skeppsholmen's main attraction is the island itself enjoy a quiet walk surrounded by green areas and water while enjoying a different vantage point of the sprawling capital. Explore the historic ships mooring in the island's marina: the full-rigged ship af Chapman is anchored here, as well as the French river barge Vive la Vie head over to Kastellholmen and admire its magnificent brig, Tre Kronor.

If you're flying to Stockholm, you'll most likely touch down at Arlanda Airport, although the local Bromma Airport is closer to the city. Some low-cost airlines operate out of Skavsta Airport, located around 100 km from the city centre, a good hour and 15 minutes transfer by shuttle. You can walk or ride a bike to Skeppsholmen from more or less any area in central Stockholm. There are plenty of public transport options if you're looking to make your way to Skeppsholmen from the city's suburbs. Skeppsholmen is a great place to visit all year round, and there are plenty of hotels, restaurants and bars within walking distance, as well as popular attractions for the entire family!


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Top hotels in Skeppsholmen

Haymarket by Scandic

Haymarket by Scandic

4 out of 5
Hötorget 13-15, Stockholm
The price is RM566 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
RM566
RM634 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,120 reviews)
"A stylish hotel, a 10 min walk from the train station. Very convenient for sightseeing. A great breakfast."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Haymarket by Scandic
Hotel C Stockholm

Hotel C Stockholm

3.5 out of 5
Vasaplan 4, Stockholm
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM560 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
RM560
RM627 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,162 reviews)
"Close to everything"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Hotel C Stockholm
Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena

4 out of 5
Råsta Strandväg 1, Solna
The price is RM316 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM316
RM354 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Solna. Enjoy free breakfast, a health club, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,797 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Quality Hotel Strawberry Arena
Clarion Hotel Amaranten

Clarion Hotel Amaranten

4 out of 5
Kungsholmsgatan 31, Stockholm
The price is RM589 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
RM589
RM660 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,720 reviews)
"Good breakfast, good standard and convenient location."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Clarion Hotel Amaranten
At Six

At Six

5 out of 5
Brunkebergstorg 6, Stockholm, Stockholms Laen
The price is RM952 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
RM952
RM1,066 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,680 reviews)
"At Six hotel didn’t disappoint. Fantastic location, easy walking distance to shopping, restaurants and the Arlanda Express. The rooms were spacious, with a comfortable king bed and all the facilities you need for a city break. Very reasonably priced, would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

At Six
Elite Palace Hotel & Spa

Elite Palace Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
St Eriksgatan 115, Stockholm
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM512 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
RM512
RM574 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Stockholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,861 reviews)
"Great venue and walking distance to suburban underground for commute to Centrum. My initial experience with a taxi from the central railway was 300% of regular fare. Beware of scam taxi practice and check with hotel for regular service."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Elite Palace Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Skeppsholmen

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Gamla Stan

5/5(76 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Gamla Stan, you might enjoy attractions like Stortorget and Nobel Prize Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Gamla stan T-Bana to see more of the city.

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Central Stockholm

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Royal Swedish Opera and Museum of Medieval Stockholm, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Central Stockholm
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Östermalm

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Travellers choose Östermalm for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Karlaplan T-Bana or Styrmansgatan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Östermalm Market Hall.

Östermalm
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Katarina-Sofia

While you're in Katarina-Sofia, take in top sights like The Swedish Museum of Photography or Göta Lejon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana or Skanstull T-Bana.

Katarina-Sofia
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SoFo

Visitors often come to SoFo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Göta Lejon and Medborgarplatsen. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Medborgarplatsen T-Bana.

SoFo
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Maria

While you're in Maria, take in top sights like Medborgarplatsen or Zinkensdamms IP, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mariatorget T-Bana or Zinkensdamm T-Bana.

Maria

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