Stockholm’s Urban Treasures Private Bike Tour

Overview

Want to feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair as you discover Stockholm’s many islands? Jump on your bike and follow us on our Stockholm’s Urban Treasures Private Bike Tour to explore local Stockholm.

Itinerary

1. Royal Dramatic Theater (Kungliga Dramatiska Teatern)

   The locals use the name Dramaten to refer to the Royal Dramatic Theatre, Sweden’s national stage for “spoken drama.” The theatre, built in the Art Nouveau style, has been located here since the early 1900s. From Bergman to Skarsgård, many famous Swedish actors and actresses have worked or performed here.

   · 10 min

2. Kungsträdgården

   Kungsträdgården (The King's Garden) is colloquially known as Kungsan. This is one of the city’s main meeting points, with a history that dates back to the 1400s. Today, it is a place for concerts and festivals during the summer, and it is possible to go ice skating in the park during winter. During the spring, visitors can enjoy the cherry blossoms, and in the autumn, the leaves change colour.

   · 10 min

3. Kungsholmen

   Kungsholmen translates as Kings Island. It first got its name in the late 1600s. Today, it is known as the youngest part of town and has the highest number of single households in Stockholm.

   · 10 min

4. Hôtel de ville

   The Stockholm City Hall is one of Sweden's most famous buildings, built in the style of the national romantics. With its three golden crowns at the top of the tower, overlooking the shores of Lake Mälaren, it is also an important part of the city skyline.

   · 10 min· Admission not included

5. Rålambshovparken

   Rålambshovsparken is the result of a program in the early 1900s, where the social importance of the park was emphasized. The idea was that parks for recreation and play should be found close to where people lived so that everyone, regardless of social status, could enjoy the outdoors in little or no time and without much cost. Today, Stockholmers are meant to have only 300 meters to their nearest green area, which people use all year round.

   · 5 min

6. The Western Bridge

   The bridge was inaugurated in the early 1900s and runs between the islands of Södermalm and Kungsholmen. The Stockholm Marathon, which is said to be the most beautiful in the world, crosses the bridge twice.

   · 5 min

7. Reimersholme

   Reimersholme is a small island with a few thousand residents. It has a long history of producing both legal and illegal alcohol. If you have ever heard of Absolut Vodka, the story behind it begins here.

   · 10 min

8. Langholmen

   Långholmen is one of the greenest islands in the city and a popular recreation area. Here, you can go swimming, watch outdoor theatre, enjoy a good meal, and visit the prison museum, to name but a few things.

   · 10 min

9. Södermalm

   Södermalm is the largest of all the islands that make up Stockholm. For the majority of its existence, it has been the home of the poor and the working class. Not anymore! Today, the hipsters have well and truly transformed Södermalm into a trendy place to live, work, and play.

   · 10 min

10. The highest natural point in central Stockholm, Skinnarviksberget, is 53 meters above sea level and a favourite place among the locals for picnics and parties under the open sky. The views are stunning – across the water, you can see Kungsholmen, Gamla Stan and Stockholm City Hall.

    · 10 min

11. Mariatorget

    Mariatorget is home to Hotel Rival, where ABBA was first seen together after their breakup in 1983, for the premiere of Mamma Mia the Movie on July 4th, 2008.

    · 10 min

12. Slussen

    Slussen translates to “the lock,” and the reason for the lock is the difference in water level. Two bodies of water surround Stockholm: Lake Mälaren on the one side (west) and the Baltic Sea on the other (east). Lake Mälaren is approximately 70cm higher than the Baltic Sea.

    · 5 min

13. Stortorget

    Stortorget is the main square of Stockholm's Old Town and the best place to begin exploring it. It is where the first Town Hall was built, where the Nobel Museum lies today, where merchants from far and near came to exchange products, where drinking took place, and where executions were held for a certain period of time. Today, the square is mainly known for an event in 1520 (the Bloodbath of Stockholm).

    · 10 min

14. Palais royal

    The Royal Palace is one of Europe's largest and most vibrant places. It is His Majesty the King's official residence, and essential parts of the monarchy's representation occur here. The Royal Palace is also the everyday workplace for the King and Queen. This makes the Royal Palace of Stockholm unique amongst Europe’s royal residences.

    · 10 min· Admission not included

How to use your ticket

The tour departs from Strandvägen 18, and the guide will meet you outside the entrance to the Rent-a-Bike Shop, located on Östermalm. The guide is on site approx. 10 minutes before departure. Look for our guide holding the OURWAY logo as a sign. If you have trouble locating the guide or the meeting point, please give us a call a few minutes before the start of the tour. When you call before the tour begins, we have a greater chance of helping you find your way.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress comfortably and appropriately.
• We will be biking primarily on flat surfaces and up and down a few hills. Part of this tour takes place in areas where you will have to bike on cobblestones.
• All tours include optional helmet.
• We recommend bringing a bottle of water with you on tour.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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