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The 10 most popular stockholm archipelago tours. 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.
“Thoroughly enjoyed this trip! Well worth the money!”
A 2-hour English-guided boat tour from Skeppsbron through the Stockholm Archipelago, passing Fjäderholmarna and Tegelön for $39.
“Fascinating boat trip around a few of the islands. Very informative guide. Sat inside, got clear views of everything.”
2.5-hour guided cruise from Strandvägen to Vaxholm via Stockholm canals. Live English narration, blankets, and great waterfront photos.
“Excellent. It was a difficult to hear the guide but otherwise very enjoyable. Refreshments available. Staff were friendly.”
Feel the speed on a 2-hour RIB ride through Stockholm Archipelago. Warm gear, Old Town views, Vaxholm Fortress, and bridges.
“It is the best way to see the islands as a rib boat can go into small areas and shallow waters unlike the big sailboats. I would highly recommend this.”
Small-group Stockholm archipelago kayaking from Dalarö to quiet islands, with campfire lunch, Swedish snacks, dry-bag gear, and wildlife spotting.
“Lovely coaching, safety, cooking, and senary also everything were smooth and planned perfectly and It was so friendly atmosphere”
Guided sea kayak from Skärgårdens Kanotcenter to Vaxholm with fika on a remote island, optional swim or BBQ lunch.
“Spectacular scenery and outstanding guide with humor and patience. The frika (picnic) just great in a beautiful place. Thank you so much! A lasting memory from our trip to Stockholm and in my eyes a must for any visitor!”
RIB speedboat through Stockholm’s archipelago at 42 knots, with warm gear and a small group. Hit Vaxholm and back in about 2 hours.
“Exciting and informative rib ride around Stockholm archipelago. Excellent cold weather and safety protection provided by owner Morten”
Small-group sea kayaking from Stockholm: minivan ride, beginner coaching, birdwatching, organic lunch, and Swedish fika.
“Ben, our tour guide, made this tour such an amazing experience! His love and knowledge of the outdoors was very refreshing. We had about 7 people on our tour and Ben did a great job of keeping everyone together and engaged. After a quick but thorough brief on how to operate the kayaks we got…”
Fast RIB thrills through the Stockholm Archipelago, past Djurgården sights, with Swedish fika and ocean wind in 2 hours.
“I really enjoyed this. This activity is a great way to see a different side of Stockholm.”
Paddle through Vaxholm’s islands on a small-group sea kayak tour with guided history and an included fika on the rocks.
“A must to do when visiting Stockholm. Just outside the city, you'll have the opportunity to spend a few hours kayaking around the local archipelago less than hour outside of Stockholm. Our guide was super friendly and helpful throughout the tour. Even with the cloudy skies, the tour was still great soaking up the scenery.…”
