Stockholm Surrounding Area Holidays 2012

Stockholm Surrounding Area at a Glance

A visit to Stockholm does not necessarily confine you to the city streets of the Swedish capital. There are many desirable and unpredictable destinations in the area surrounding the city. Laying claim to vast ice still lakes, evergreen pine forests and an extraordinary archipelago of no less than 24,000 rocky islands, a holiday to Stockholm’s surrounding area will be an unforgettable experience and a feast for the senses.

You'll Love Stockholm Surrounding Area if...

• You’re an active family with a passion for the outdoors.
• You’re keen travellers and are happy to explore independently under your own steam.
• You love natural beauty and appreciate the picturesque charm of Scandinavia.

Perfect Family Holidays in Stockholm Surrounding Area

Prepare for the ultimate in Scandinavian scenery. Whether by foot or on wheels you’ll cross rocky shorelines, pine forests and pass by ice calm mirrored lakes. Book a cheap deal to Stockholm and the surrounding area, and with much more to offer travellers than Ikea, Vikings and meatballs, the whole family will return with fond memories of your adventure.

• Kick off with a little taste of history and visit the 18th century country estates of Svindersvik and Stora Nyckelviken in Nacka, easily accessible from Stockholm.
• Take an island hopping adventure around the islands in the Baltic Sea that make up the Skärgård archipelago. Best travelled by bike this is one for the more energetic travellers on a holiday to Stockholm’s surrounding area. Boasting white beaches and an abundance of wildlife this is an experience not to be missed.
• After a cosmopolitan taste of Sweden? Head to another of Sweden’s vibrant cities. Uppsala is the closest in proximity to Stockholm, has a wealth of attractions for all the family and is well worth a visit.
• For the outdoorsy among you on holiday to Stockholm’s surrounding area, consider a trip to Hellasgården. Enjoy bike and hiking trails in the summer months and ice-skating and cross-country skiing in the winter.
• For truly picturesque Scandinavian beauty head out west to Lake Mälaren boasting woodland, parks and even castles. This destination is a firm favorite with lowcostholidays.com.
• Stroll back in time to a simpler life in the island Village of Roslagen and chance a sighting of the native white-tailed eagles.
• Returning to civilization, take a trip to the once industrial revitalized town of Norrköping, a key display of clever Swedish design.

Top Attractions in Stockholm Surrounding Area

• Island hop around the pride and joy of the city. The vast awe-inspiring Skärgård archipelago. An absolute must see when on holiday in Stockholm’s surrounding area.
• Tyresta National Park is another one for nature lovers; the vast park stretches across 12,000 acres and includes marshes, small lakes and most notably evergreen pine forestry.
• For an alternative city escape, travel to Sweden’s fourth largest city Uppsala. Once the religious centre of the country. The city houses a glorious Renaissance castle and a vibrant youth population.

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