The Venice of the North, spread across 14 islands and famed for the Gamla Stan old town and the Vasa Museum. The medieval alleys of Gamla Stan, the fine dining of Östermalm, and the hip bars of Södermalm show different sides. During the June-July midnight sun, daylight lasts until 23:00 — a clean, design-forward Nordic city experience.
Best Season
May to September is the best time to visit. During the midnight sun season in June and July, daylight lasts until around 23:00 — perfect for sightseeing.
Budget
Daily budget around KRW 180,000-320,000 (lodging 100,000-180,000; food 40,000-80,000; transport and entry fees 30,000-50,000).
Transport
From Arlanda Airport, the Arlanda Express reaches Stockholm Central in about 20 minutes. Around the city, use the T-bana metro, buses, and ferries — the SL travel card is recommended. Prepaid SIMs are available at the airport (Telia, Comviq, etc., about SEK 100-200/EUR 9-18 per week). Sweden is nearly cashless — card and mobile payments are the norm. Service is included in restaurant bills; additional tipping of 5-10% is common but not required.
Visa
Korean passport holders can enter the Schengen Area visa-free for up to 90 days.
Safety
A very safe city overall, but watch for pickpockets around the central station and on public transport.
Popular attractions in Stockholm
Gamla Stan
Stockholm's old town of narrow medieval lanes and colourful façades.
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Vasa Museum
A world-class museum built around the salvaged 17th-century warship Vasa.
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Stockholm City Hall
Host of the Nobel Prize banquet, famous for its dazzling Golden Hall.
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Signature food of Stockholm
Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs)
🍱 TraditionalSweden's classic home-style meatballs, served with lingonberry jam and cream sauce. About SEK 150-250 (EUR 14-23). Tradition in Gamla Stan or Meatballs for the People in Östermalm are top picks.
Fika
🍰 DessertSweden's beloved coffee-break tradition, pairing cinnamon buns with a cup of coffee. A bun costs about SEK 40-60 (EUR 4-6). Enjoy fika at Vete-Katten in Östermalm or cafes in Gamla Stan.
Toast Skagen
🍱 TraditionalSwedish open-faced sandwich topped with shrimp, cream, and dill. About SEK 150-250 (EUR 14-23). Try the authentic version at Den Gyldene Freden in Gamla Stan.