Stockholm Archipelago Boat Tour

Overview

The Stockholm Archipelago comprises 30,000 islands stretching 80 km into the Baltic Sea. Day trips and multi-day island-hopping reveal red wooden cottages, swimming rocks, and a uniquely Swedish maritime landscape.

Highlights

• Vaxholm: The 'capital' of the archipelago, with a 16th-century fortress.
• Sandhamn: A sailing village with sandy beaches—3 hours by boat.
• Grinda: A family-friendly island with swimming, hiking, and a guest harbour.

History

The archipelago has been inhabited since the Viking Age. Pilots, fishermen, and customs officers once lived on the outer islands; today they're summer retreats.

Visitor Tips

• Waxholmsbolaget ferries: Regular services from Nybrokajen; SL transit card covers some routes.
• Day trip minimum: Vaxholm is a 1-hour boat ride—doable in half a day.
• Duration: Half-day to full day.