STOCKHOLM
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The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours in Stockholm. What each one actually shows you, who runs it, and what it costs.
Guided cruise on a classic Stockholm archipelago ship. Choose 1.5–3 hours, enjoy live commentary, and warm up onboard.
“Beautiful views and gorgeous boat to ride on, the boat made it an even more amazing experience. Plus it was nice to get out of the chilly weather for a moment inside. 10/10, would recommend this experience!”
A 2-hour English-guided boat tour from Skeppsbron through the Stockholm Archipelago, passing Fjäderholmarna and Tegelön for $39.
“Very informative with breath taking views. Really enjoyed it!”
See Stockholm from the water on a 135-minute tour through bridges and a lock, with multi-language audio and small-group value for $39.
“Amazing 2+ hour tour. Introduced us to life in Stockholm. Loved learning about city’s history. Would do this again!!”
2.5-hour guided cruise from Strandvägen to Vaxholm via Stockholm canals. Live English narration, blankets, and great waterfront photos.
“Nice, easy tour available year round that covers key points of interest along the archipelago between Stockholm and Vaxholm.”
Cruise the Royal Djurgården Canal for 50 minutes from central Stockholm, with multi-language audio and skyline views. Value at $25.
“Good. Expensive for the length of the trip and recorded commentary only. Lots of silences in commentary”
Silent electric boat ride in Stockholm with an English live guide. Cozy roof and blankets as you see palaces, museums, islands, and Old Town.
“Great tour with a smaller group. Our guide Ellen was very informative and described a number of interesting and historical facts for the duration of the ride. It was a shorter tour but I still found it very enjoyable. Company and stock was easy to find”
Silent open electric boat tour of Stockholm with live guide commentary and views of the Royal Palace, Vasa Museum, and ABBA Museum in 50 minutes.
“Great value of money! Loved the tour, learned many new fun facts about Sweden and Stockholm. Totally recommend :)”
Feel the speed on a 2-hour RIB ride through Stockholm Archipelago. Warm gear, Old Town views, Vaxholm Fortress, and bridges.
“Wow! What an awesome experience!! Adam was a phenomenal guide!!! My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this tour. Adam was knowledgeable, polite, and hilarious! We learned a lot about Swedish history while also enjoying beautiful views and my favorite part: the fast ride! Adam was a very skilled pilot and incredible host.…”
A 2h15 Stockholm highlights boat tour with English narration, WiFi, and restroom access, cruising past Old Town, Djurgården, and City Hall.
“Very pleased, relaxing and informative with on board refreshments and restroom facilities. Would give the staff a 9/10 as they could of come round and sold and served refreshment. That would have been good for business. Maybe something to think about in future.”
A 24- or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus and boat pass that links Stockholm’s key sights from Old Town to the waterfront.
“Nice experience overall. But narration needs to state which stop number the bus is currently at. I had a map, but did not know which stop was approaching. Also, there are (at least) two "Hop-on-Hop-Off" companies operating simultaneously on the same routes. Make sure you get on the right bus and right boat, if you…”
