Stockholm on a Shoestring is all about finding hidden gems that don’t cost the earth - from the best second hand shops, through to the best value places to eat and drink, as well as cheap days out. Whether you are living in this vibrant city or just passing through, we have everything you need to ensure you can experience Stockholm & all it has to offer on a budget.
Ok… so you will need a valid SL (travel) card with either credit or a 1,3, 7 or 30 day pass… but that really is all it costs to take a trip on the Djurgården ferry. If you plan to use public transport regularly, you can buy a 1, 3, …
Brunch is back! Following trends from the US and Europe, Sweden has also taken a liking to the brunch scene in recent years. And with popular additions such as Stockholm …
This place is no secret – they are know to serve fantastic kanelbullar (cinnamon buns – if you can get there before they sell out) & delicious buttery kardemummabulle (cardamom buns). We hadn’t been for lunch before so thought we’d give it a go.
My open sandwich was amazing – …
Back in January, we bought you an exclusive post on how you can visit The Nobel Museum in Stockholm for free.
Well, our exploration of Stockholm’s free museums doesn’t end there. With a few insider tips, we will show you how you can explore many of Stockholm’s treasures for free …
Summer is here! And while each year always sees a mass exodus of Swedes leaving Stockholm to make the most of the summer elsewhere, the city continues to have so much to offer to those who choose to spend the summer in Sweden’s capital.
So we have gathered up the …
Christmas can be an expensive time of year – what with all those gifts to buy, christmas parties to attend and decorations to purchase.
But fear not! For we bring you tidings of good news and great joy!
For we have compiled a list of our top shoestring-style money saving …
We hear it all the time… Sweden is a great place to live; some would even say, one of the best places in the world! And we do love Sweden, but before we get carried away… let’s remember that it is not without its challenges. Take, for example, the Swedish …
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