Stockholm

July 19 – 25, 2026
✈️ SAS via Copenhagen Ref: X6U9OX Nick, Charlie & Brook

🏨 Accommodations

James availability note: Late mornings blocked Jul 21–23 — plan dinner meetings late afternoon / evening on those days.

🗓️ Day by Day

Day 1
Saturday, July 19
  • Arrive ARN via Copenhagen (SAS)
  • Check into Airbnb (Östermalm / Södermalm)
  • Evening stroll along Strandvägen
  • Dinner: casual local spot near apartment
Arrival Day — Pace Yourselves
Day 2
Sunday, July 20
  • Explore Gamla Stan (Old Town)
  • Royal Palace changing of the guard
  • Fika at a classic Stockholm café
  • Dinner: Bistro Zissou in Gamla Stan
Historic Stockholm
Day 3
Monday, July 21
  • Vasa Museum — the resurrected warship
  • ABBA The Museum (if Brook insists)
  • Lunch at Östermalm Market Hall
  • Dinner: Ett Hem tasting menu
Museums & Markets
Day 4
Tuesday, July 22
  • Archipelago day trip
  • Return to city; check into James' place
  • Evening: dinner with James
Islands & House-Sit
Day 5
Wednesday, July 23
  • Södermalm exploration
  • Monteliusvägen viewpoint at sunset
  • Sofo district vintage shopping
  • Dinner: Bar Agrikultur or Miyakodori
Södermalm Vibes
Day 6
Thursday, July 24
  • Djurgården island — parks & outdoor activities
  • Kayak or paddleboard in Stockholm archipelago
  • Gröna Lund amusement park (optional)
  • Dinner: Bord or AG
Outdoor Stockholm
Day 7
Friday, July 25
  • Last-minute exploring & souvenir shopping
  • Final fika
  • Departure from ARN
Farewell, Stockholm

🍽️ Top Restaurants

1
Bar Agrikultur
Södermalm
#1 rated restaurant in Stockholm. Hyper-local ingredients, ever-changing menu.
Must-Reserve
2
Ett Hem
Östermalm
Splurge tasting menu in a stunning townhouse hotel. Book weeks ahead.
Splurge
3
Bord
Vasastan
Wood-fired cooking, natural wine list, intimate atmosphere.
Great Vibes
4
Miyakodori
Södermalm
Izakaya-style Japanese. Kid-friendly, great for the whole family.
Kid-Friendly
5
AG
Östermalm
Premium steakhouse with impeccable sourcing. Classic indulgence.
Steakhouse
6
Bistro Zissou
Gamla Stan
French-inspired bistro in the heart of the Old Town.
Old Town

🏝️ Archipelago Day-Trip Options

Fjäderholmarna

Closest archipelago escape — just 25 minutes from the city center. Great for a half-day trip with galleries, cafés, and gentle walks.

Closest Option

Grinda

Family-friendly nature reserve with a working sheep farm, swimming spots, and a charming country inn.

Nature Reserve

Utö

Historic iron mines, sandy beaches, and real island village atmosphere. Perfect for hiking and kayaking.

Beaches + History

Sandhamn

The jet-set destination of the archipelago. Upscale restaurants, sailing culture, and stunning coastal vistas.

Jet-Set Vibe

🗺️ Stockholm Map

✅ Action Items

  • Confirm SAS flight times
  • Book Airbnb (Östermalm / Södermalm waterfront)
  • Contact James about house-sit logistics & check-in (Jul 22)
  • Make restaurant reservations (Ett Hem, Bistro Zissou priority)
  • Decide on archipelago day-trip option