Stockholm
Stockholm
Swedens capital is built on 14 islands. Clean and bright, Stockholm has many museums that depict its Viking heritage and artistic soul. Shop for glassware and textiles displaying distinctive Swedish design. Spend some time at Skansen, the worlds first open air museum.
Attractions
The Gamla Stan is the oldest part of Stockholm and a popular attraction. Its narrow cobblestone streets are lined with beautiful buildings dating from the 13th through the 18th centuries. Today they house boutiques, restaurants, cafés, and clubs.Activities
Explore the city's ancient history by visiting the medieval Old Town and the impressive City Hall, the site of the Nobel Prize banquet. Take time to enjoy the smart boutiques, art galleries and antique shops that line the streets Visit the grand Vasa Ship Museum, home to Vasa, the world's oldest preserved ship Get medieval in the Medieval Museum, which focuses on the archaeological discoveries of the Castle of Three Crowns of StockholmShopping
The narrow streets of Gamla Stan are lined with shops selling everything from fashion items to toys, fine art and antiques. Swedish crystal and ceramics, art glass, wooden toys, dolls and clothing are favorite buys. A good selection of gifts can be found in Stockholm's big department stores, such as NK and Ahlens. A Value-Added Tax (MOMS) is levied at the rate of 25% on most articles. Guests living outside the European Union can get a tax rebate of about 15-18% on purchases over SEK 200 at stores bearing the tax-free shopping insignia. Be sure to ask the store to fill in a form; you can get the appropriate tax rebate in cash prior to departing Europe.Food
Vodka is the drink most widely associated with Sweden, but the locals prefer Aquavit, a potato based liquor, served ice-cold and drunk as a shot. But beware, it is very strong.Currency
The unit of currency in Sweden is the Krona (SEK). Traveler's checks and credit cards are also widely used and accepted here.Weather Forecast
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