Five Things To Do In Stockholm

The Swedish capital is one of the most visited Scandinavian cities but remains one of the most expensive cities in Europe. It is for this reason that when planning a trip is important to try to find cheaper alternatives and options so as not to take any bad surprise.

The accommodation usually means one of the biggest expenses, so that a good way to trim is to stay in hostels Stockholm. We can find rooms from 16 € per night and most hostels offer very good services such as breakfast, towels, bedding, kitchen, TV room, Internet access, etc.

Once we have solved the housing must think we visited during our stay in the city. Here are five things to do in Stockholm and free.

Gamla Stan Walk

Gamla Stan is Stockholm's old town is the birthplace of the city. This "village" offers the opportunity to walk through the history of the Swedish capital, and which consists of medieval alleyways, cobbled streets and archaic architecture. Most buildings were built during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries are very nice, but the most important building is the Palace of Stockholm.

Visit some of the churches

Churches are not just a point of interest to most religious people, but its architecture and beauty attracts all types of travelers.

St. Nicholas Cathedral (Storkyrkan) is the oldest church in the city and is located in Gamla Stan. Although it was originally built during the Gothic period, the exterior was remodeled during the Baroque period in the mid XVIII.Iglesia Santa Catalina (Katalina Kyrkan): Built in the seventeenth century during the reign of Charles X, has undergone various renovations and restorations due to damage caused by several incendios.Iglesia of Santa Maria Magdalena (Maria Magdalena kyrka): located in central Stockholm, the beauty of this church is unique. His story is also somewhat unique in that it was founded in the fourteenth century, destroyed in 1527 during the introduction of Protestantism and rebuilt again in 1588, but was not completed until 1634.

Rest on the beach and Smedsuddsbadet Långholmsbadet

These two urban beaches are ideal for sunbathing. In the vicinity there are various recreational activities, restaurants, etc.. so for a day of rest, are perfect. During the summer there are a greater number of people but really worth visiting.

Excursion to Djurgården

Djurgården is an island and a park and has several museums, a zoo and an amusement park. Every year more than 10 million people who visit this island, so it is proved that go is a must. You can reach the island by tram (highly recommended as it provides a touch of romance and originality) or bus.

See the Changing of the Guard

Although depending on the season changing of the guard is a little different (from November to March, the coldest months, is not so spectacular), is an event not to be missed. In May there are even approaching the horse guards at Royal Palace on 30 April for the Queen's birthday, there are shows with horses.