If you’re looking for art, history and culture alongside a healthy dose of nature, Sweden city breaks provide a beautiful balance. Spend a weekend in the watery European capital of Stockholm and spend your days strolling through the many museums and galleries, before jumping on a boat for a sunset cruise around some of the surrounding islands (a guided tour will help you choose some favourites from the whopping 30,000 islands that make up the archipelago). Next, head into the old town of Gamla Stan where you can explore cobbled streets and find a cosy nook for a traditional Swedish supper. For an alternative Sweden city break, head west to Gothenburg which has a quieter but equally exciting atmosphere. It’s the ideal place for an active weekend in the city, with kayaking, boating and walking right on your doorstep, plus plenty of opportunities to explore further afield. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, there are some incredible eateries to choose from whether you’re after magnificent Michelin-star cuisine or simpler seasonal recipes that showcase hand-foraged ingredients picked straight from the wilds of Sweden’s west coast.

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"The booking was very easy, and communication was great from start to finish. The staff at Sorbyn Lodge were all very friendly and really helpful, and the private activities were all amazing, with very knowledgeable guides who were very proud to live and work there. We felt we saw the real Swedish Lapland, and the trip was everything we were hoping it would be."
E - UK
Published on 24th February 2026
"Each experience was amazing, and the accommodation was excellent throughout. The Concierge was very helpful and addressed our needs, and Original Travel's emergency helpline was particularly supportive when we had problems getting to the airport, stepping in quickly to help when we needed it most."
A - UK
Published on 23rd February 2026
"Valeria and Margarita were very friendly and helpful, responding quickly to any queries we had. Having a Concierge during a trip was not something we had previously experienced, but we found it provided reassurance that help was available if needed. We use Gatwick airport quite a lot, but your service meant we had the smoothest of passages through the system. Brilliant. We particularly enjoyed the guided tours in Gothenburg and Stockholm. The guides were very friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining."
P - UK
Published on 24th June 2025

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