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Gamla Stan Christmas Tour and Market Visit
Stockholm
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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What makes this tour special is the feeling of walking with a local friend who truly loves Stockholm. Instead of just dates and facts, we share stories, traditions, and small details that bring Gamla Stan to life – from royal Christmas celebrations to everyday winter life centuries ago. We keep our groups small so there’s time for questions, conversation, and personal connections. And of course, we end at the magical Christmas market on Stortorget, where you can enjoy glögg, gingerbread, and the atmosphere of Sweden’s oldest holiday tradition.
Highlights
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in Swedish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in Swedish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Exclusive Souvenir Poster (Adult ticket)
Gratuity
Meeting Points
Departure
Slottsbacken 3
At the Gustaf III Obelisk, your guide will hold up a sign with the Gamlastansightseeing logo.
Return
Stortorget
Gamla Stan Christmas Tour and Market Visit
Stockholm
About
What makes this tour special is the feeling of walking with a local friend who truly loves Stockholm. Instead of just dates and facts, we share stories, traditions, and small details that bring Gamla Stan to life – from royal Christmas celebrations to everyday winter life centuries ago. We keep our groups small so there’s time for questions, conversation, and personal connections. And of course, we end at the magical Christmas market on Stortorget, where you can enjoy glögg, gingerbread, and the atmosphere of Sweden’s oldest holiday tradition.
Highlights
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in Swedish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in Swedish & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Exclusive Souvenir Poster (Adult ticket)
Gratuity
Meeting Points
Departure
Slottsbacken 3
At the Gustaf III Obelisk, your guide will hold up a sign with the Gamlastansightseeing logo.
Return
Stortorget
Itinerary
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Royal Palace
One of the largest palaces in Europe with over 600 rooms. During Christmas, the palace has historically been the center of royal celebrations, reflecting Sweden’s royal traditions.
10 minutes
2
Storkyrkan
The city’s oldest church, from the 13th century. Famous for its medieval architecture and the statue of St. George and the Dragon. Christmas masses and traditions have been held here for centuries.
10 minutes
3
Vasterlanggatan
The main shopping street in the Old Town, once a medieval marketplace. Today it’s filled with shops, cozy cafés, and festive decorations during December.
10 minutes
4
Marten Trotzigs grand
The narrowest alley in Stockholm – only 90 cm wide. A charming spot that feels like stepping back into the Middle Ages, especially atmospheric in wintertime.
10 minutes
5
Evert Taube Statue In Jarntorget Square
Once the center of Stockholm’s iron trade. Surrounded by historic houses, it’s the perfect place to talk about merchants and early Swedish Christmas traditions.
10 minutes
6
Prastgatan
One of the most picturesque streets in Gamla Stan. Here you can explore secret courtyards and tell stories about folklore, Christmas spirits, and medieval winter life.
15 minutes
7
Storkyrkan
A lively street connecting back towards the Cathedral and Royal Palace. A natural place to talk about how Christmas has been celebrated through different centuries in Stockholm.
10 minutes
8
Stortorget
Sweden’s oldest Christmas market, dating back to the 1300s. The tour ends here, with time to enjoy mulled wine (glögg), gingerbread, handicrafts, and the festive atmosphere.
