Probably the only local tour where you leave with more than just stories – including an exclusive art poster based on an original photograph, exclusively made for our guests.
Gamla stan Sightseeing is a small, independent guide company based right here in Old Town. We live and work in this magical neighborhood, which means we see things others miss and we love sharing them. Our passion for history, storytelling and personal encounters is what makes our tours different.
On this 1.5-hour walk through Stockholm’s Old Town, you’ll explore hidden alleys, royal secrets, and dramatic chapters of Swedish history. You’ll hear the stories you won’t find on signs or in brochures.
Here’s what we’ll see along the way:
• Start at the Gustav III Obelisk, between the Royal Palace and Storkyrkan
• The residence of the royal staff – and the prince who once lived there
• The house where the King’s sister has her apartment
• The oldest pissoar in Stockholm and the mystery of the lost silver treasure
• The alley once known as “Hell,” home to executioners and public punishments
• Tessin Palace – baroque elegance and dreams of building a private grotto
• The doorway where a young commoner began her journey to becoming queen
• The Blackfriars’ Monastery ruins – religion, politics, and power
• The German Church – and the merchants who shaped a city
• The statue of Saint George and the Dragon – a carved legend with mysteries hidden in his ribcage
• Courtyards, symbols, and hidden gems most visitors never notice
• End at Stortorget, site of the Stockholm Bloodbath – and receive your special gift
The tour is available in English, Swedish, German, and Italian
This tour was born out of love – for history, for people, and for the stories that live in the walls of this city. Because we’re based here in Gamla stan, we get to listen to neighbors, notice small changes, and go deeper into archives than any standard guidebook ever could. Our tours are personal, flexible, and grounded in genuine curiosity.
The tour is suitable for most ages and fitness levels, but please note that the streets are uneven and not wheelchair accessible.
Book your spot today and see Gamla stan through the eyes of those who live here. A tour full of stories, surprises – and something to take home.
