Stockholm

Stockholm, the queen of Scandinavia

Sweden’s capital hosts one of the biggest passenger ports in Europe. With more than 11 million passengers passing though it annually, it’s the busiest port in the Baltic Sea.

Stockholm is built on 14 islets which are connected to each other with 57 bridges and that’s why the city is also known as “Venice of the Nort”. The port is consisted of smaller ports that are spread in different parts of the city. The passenger and cruise ports of Stockholm are:

Värtahamnen: Freight and passenger traffic, cruises to Finland, Estonia and Lithuania.
Stadsgården & Masthamnen: Freight and passenger traffic to Finland, international cruises.
Frihamnen: Half of the cruises that visit Stockholm every year, arrive at Frihamnen.

For cruises to and from Sweden, download the free Cruise Stockholm app and manage your booking or see information and updates on your journey. The cruise industry in Sweden is an important financial asset for Stockholm as it gives to 1100 people jobs and generates 176 million Euro annualy.

How to get to and from the port of Stockholm
The port is at the heart of the Swedish capital, in a short distance from attractions, shops and public services. There are many options if you want to use the public means of transport to travel around the city. You can buy a single ticket that is valid for one route, or a travel card. You can choose the kind of travel card you wish, between daily and annual cards. Another method is to pay as you go with your credit or debit card. It’s very easy to use the public means of transport as Stockholm has a very reliable system. You should know though, that bus tickets must be purchased before you get on the bus, as there is no option to pay onboard.

View of Stockholm

From the port of Värtahamnen
The ferry company Tallink Silja offers a shuttle bus service (Merresor) for passengers to travel to and from the city center. You can book tickets online or buy them at the port. The closest metro station is Gärdet, 700 m from the port. Bus lines 1, 72 and 76 stop outside the port.

From the port of Stadsgården & Masthamnen
The ferry company Viking Line offers a shuttle bus service (Merresor) for passengers to travel to and from the city centre. You can book tickets online or purchase them at the port. You can also take the Emelie ferry to travel to Djurgården, an islet full of attractions. From there you can travel to the city centre. The closest bus station to this port is Londonviadukten and the closest metro station is Slussen.

Taxis: If you choose to move around by taxi, there are plenty at the port, at all times of the day. Many private taxi companies have their own applications, which you can download and book a taxi as well as see the cost of your ride. Prices for a taxi ride in Sweden are not standard, so you need to know the price beforehand, in order not to lose a lot of money. Remember that the price on the taxi meter is on Swedish coronas, the national currency.

I just arrived at the port of Stockholm. And now what?
See the facilities that you will find at each port:

Port of Värtahamnen: Passengers with or without a vehicle can check-in at desks. The terminal in Värtahamnen has an ATM, a coffee shop that is open from 09:00 to 19:30, WC, Wi-Fi, luggage storage, paid parking, assistance point for the disabled.

Port of Frihamnen: Waiting lounge, WC, elevator and assistance point for the disabled.

The city of Stockholm

Port of Stadsgården & Masthamnen: Luggage storage, café, vending machine for coffee and snacks, elevator, WC.
Shops in Stockholm close early Saturday afternoon and they open again on Monday morning. They are closed on Sundays and on bank holidays. So, if you are travelling be prepared and do some shopping beforehand.

In Stockholm you will find many attractions as well as natural sceneries, which you can easily discover without spending a fortune. You should know that state-owed museums in Sweden have free admission, and in some cases, when they host a private exhibition or event you may have to pay an entry fee for these areas. Some of the museums you can visit are the Swedish Army Museum, the National Museum, the Swedish Museum of Natural History, etc. Since you are in Stockholm, why not visit the ABBA Museum and the Nobel Museum!

14 islets are waiting for you to explore them by using public means of transport, like ferries and buses.

There are plenty of accommodation options in the city, from hostels to luxury hotels. The earlier you start looking for a place to stay, the more likely you will find something that’s value for money.

If you happen to arrive at the city on midnight, you will find taxis and night buses to move around. According to Swedish culture, dinner is served early in the evening, so you will hardly find a restaurant after 10 o’clock, even on weekends. Don’t worry though, some street food shops are open and waiting for you, 24/7.

How can I book ferry tickets to and from Stockholm?
Stay here at Let’s Ferry to see ferry routes, offers, latest travel updates and book ferry tickets to Stockholm. Buy your ticket and use the web check-in service. The check-in desk at the port opens 1,5 hours before departure while the check-in automatic machines, 2 hours before departure. Payments are accepted in Swedish coronas or by using a debit or credit card. Enjoy!