Stunning Stockholm

Stockholm Go City https://gocity.com/en/stockholm

The Go City Card is an excellent option if you are going to visit lots of places that have entrances but as it isn't a cheap option you might want to plan you time in the city carefully. It's cost is 1649SEK full price (about £123) but you can make that up pretty quickly with a couple of museum visits (the Vasa is a must as is the Viking museum), SkyView Stockholm, a hop-on/off bus tour, the Royal Palace and a dink at ICEBAR Stockholm you'll be getting close. Your host for the trip will be planning their time around the Go City Card but there no need to rush off and purchase it straight away, wait to see what the host is planning before you do which will be announced nearer the time of the trip!

First time or returning here are a few useful things you should know.

• No cash needed: The official currency of Sweden is SEK (There's no need to exchange a lot of currency – Stockholm is in large parts a cash-free city. Although you'll find ATMs (recognized by teal/blue-green-colored signs reading "Bankomat"), many restaurants, shops, and hotels don't accept bills or coins. With that said, don't forget to bring your debit or credit card (even better if you can get one with a low or free handling charge)!
• Everyone speaks English: Swedes start studying English in school before age 10, and are happy to converse that way.  
• Systembolaget has an alcohol monopoly: If you want to buy a bottle of wine or liquor outside a bar, you need to head to government-owned Systembolaget. Plan your weekend drinking ahead – the stores close early in the afternoon on Saturdays and are closed on Sundays and during public holidays. Convenience and grocery stores sell low-alcohol beer, though.
• Swedish emergency numbers:
• The Swedish emergency number is 112. Call 114 14 for all non-urgent police matters, such as providing information or reporting crimes that are not ongoing. If you are calling from abroad or from a foreign mobile in Sweden, call +46 77 114 14 00. Information in English about the Swedish police.
• The subway is an art gallery: The Stockholm subway system is said to be the world's longest art exhibit. Over the last few years, the interest has grown so big that SL (Stockholm Public Transport) now offers free guided art tours in English all year round. All you need is a valid subway ticket.
• Getting around the city: Stockholm is built upon islands and bridges. The views are everywhere are everywhere and the best way to catch them while discovering the city is on foot. So pack your best walking shoes and a portable charger! 
• After work – the happy hour out of the office: "After work" is the Swedish version of happy hour. Locals head straight from the office to bars and pubs to enjoy a glass of wine or a beer, often at a slightly reduced price. Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are the most popular days for an after work. (Often, signs outside the bars simply display the AW, followed by the hours).

Haymarket by Scandic

Opened in 2016, Haymarket by Scandic is an art-deco themed hotel in central Stockholm. The hotels grand entrance on Hotorget Square welcomes everyone to step into a 1920s era of optimism and elegance. Here in the historic building, you can stay in the midst of farmers' markets, cinemas and concert halls, within walking distance of both the central station and trendy Stureplan. Original features of the building where Greta Garbo worked in the 1920s have been carefully preserved, restored or reinterpreted for the coming 2020s. The magical and cinematic feel is a stark contrast to the modern and cosmopolitan features, creating an extraordinary design experience.

The hotel is located right in the city centre, next to cinemas, farmers' markets and market halls. The blue concert hall in Swedish 1920s classical style stands proud right opposite. Kungsgatan and Drottninggatan shopping streets are also just outside, bursting with shops, restaurants and cafés. Choose either the metro or buses from just outside our door, or enjoy a short walk to the nightlife of Stureplan.

Hotel amenities - Bar, Café DJ/Live music, Free WiFi, Gym, Laundry service, Outdoor terrace, Restaurant, Room service

Your room will be either Cosy Single or Classic Double/Twin as described by the hotel - 

Cosy Single rooms are just as the name suggests – cosy, beautiful rooms in modern art deco style. 

Classic double/twin is a beautiful room in modern art deco style with views of the vibrant city centre, or of the atrium. 

All rooms have bathroom with shower, Free Wi-Fi, Hairdryer, Kettle with coffee/tea, Minibar, Non-smoking, Safety box, wooden floor

Provisional flight information

12/09/25 London Gatwick South to Stockholm Arlanda Dep: 1100 Arr: 1435

15/09/25 Stockholm Arlanda to London Gatwick South Dep: 1725 Arr: 1950

Direct flights with hand & overhead luggage combined up to 15kg.

12/09/25 London Heathrow T5 to Stockholm Arlanda Dep: 0700 Arr: 1035

15/09/25 Stockholm Arlanda to London Heathrow T5 Dep: 2015 Arr: 2150

Direct flights with hand luggage up to 23g & overhead luggage up to 23kg.

12/09/25 Manchester T1 to Stockholm Arlanda Dep: 1020 Arr: 1350

15/09/25 Stockholm Arlanda to Manchester T2 Dep: 1820 Arr: 1945

Direct flights with hand luggage no weight & overhead bag up to 8kg

12/09/25 Birmingham to Amsterdam Dep: 0600 Arr: 0820

12/09/25 Amsterdam to Stockholm Arlanda Dep: 1055 Arr: 1255

15/09/25 Stockholm Arlanda to Amsterdam Dep: 1730 Arr: 1935

15/09/25 Amsterdam to Birmingham Dep: 2105 Arr: 2120

Indirect flights with hand luggage & overhead bag combined up to 12kg

12/09/25 Edinburgh to Amsterdam Dep: 0600 Arr: 0835

12/09/25 Amsterdam to Stockholm Arlanda Dep: 1055 Arr: 1255

15/09/25 Stockholm Arlanda to Edinburgh Dep: 1735 Arr: 1855

Indirect flight out, direct flight return with hand luggage no weight & overhead bag up to 8kg.

Passport validity

For UK passport holders your passport must be:

• Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
• valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)

You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)

The rules of travel to most European countries have changed. Starting in the first half of 2025 UK citizens are required to have a travel authorisation to enter 30 European countries for a short stay.

ETIAS travel authorisation is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to a number of European countries. It is linked to a traveller’s passport. It is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation.

With a valid ETIAS travel authorisation, you can enter the territory of these European countries as often as you want for short-term stays - normally for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. However, it does not guarantee entry. When you arrive, a border guard will ask to see your passport (and other documents if required) and verify that you meet the entry conditions.

NB - There is no official date for the ETIAS currently confirmed but when it is introduced it will be your responsibility to ensure that you have arranged this. We will update everyone when the ETIAS is required with information on how to apply for this online.

Travel Insurance

Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel.

Global Health Insurance Card

A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union (EU).

UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are still valid and offer the same cover as GHICs in the EU.

Once your EHIC has expired, you’ll be able to replace it with a GHIC.

NB – A GHIC/EHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance!

The latest FCO travel guidance for Sweden

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/sweden