We are NORDIC FREEDOM TOURS, a local Scandinavian brand established in 2015, offering walking tours in various Scandinavian cities. Our tours are recognized for their high level of organization and punctuality. Our mission is to make quality tourism accessible to all travelers in Nordic cities. Our authentic walking tours are led by knowledgeable local guides and are available as both tip-based tours and paid private tours.
Please be advised that we do not accommodate organized groups on our tip-based walking tours. For organized groups exceeding 6 participants, it is required to book a private paid walking tour in advance. This policy applies universally to all organized entities, including schools, educational courses, student groups, and any for-profit or non-profit companies and organizations. Such groups are not permitted to join our tip-based walking tours.
Pickup
Our meeting point is directly outside the GAMLA STAN metro station. Important! Please only use the metro station exit that leads towards OLD TOWN. Look for our guide, holding our official sign, at the meeting point for "NORDIC FREEDOM TOURS" www.StockholmFreeTour.com Please note that we do not wait for latecomers. Every tour starts promptly out of respect for those who arrived on time, so we kindly ask you to be on time. Also, once the tour has started, we cannot make breaks for latecomers or provide directions to the tour. Therefore, we cannot admit anyone onto the tour after it has started. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!
Description
Get ready to fall in love with Gamla Stan - Stockholm’s enchanting Old Town and one of the most picture-perfect medieval districts in Europe. Finding the starting point is a breeze, it’s right outside the Gamla Stan metro station, just steps from the heart of the Old Town. You can’t miss us, simply look for your guide proudly holding the Nordic Freedom Tours sign. Easy to find, impossible to get lost!
This isn’t a “free of charge” walking tour, but it’s a tip-based public experience, where your contribution at the end reflects how much you’ve enjoyed the tour. We believe great stories and great guides are worth rewarding!
Now, let’s explore the magic. As you wander through the cobblestone streets and colorful alleys of Gamla Stan, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back into another era. The Old Town has been perfectly preserved for centuries, offering a living museum of Swedish history and culture.
You’ll visit one of the narrowest streets in Europe, just 90 centimeters wide! It’s a quirky reminder of how creative city builders were in medieval times. You’ll also spot mysterious metal house signs - they’re not just pretty decorations; each one reveals a story from Stockholm’s fascinating past.
Curious about the Swedish monarchy? You’ll discover why the King of Sweden doesn’t wear a crown, and what truly makes this modern royal family unique.
Join our tip-based walking tour and experience Stockholm like a local. Our passionate guides will share hidden gems, funny anecdotes, and little-known facts that bring the Old Town to life.
Duration: approximately 120 minutes
Meeting point:
Right outside Gamla Stan metro station / Mälartorget 8 / look for the guide holding a Nordic Freedom Tours sign.
Please note:
• The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers.
• The walk ends just outside the Royal Palace.
• Recommended for participants aged 18 and over.
• Smoking, dogs, and video recording or live streaming are not permitted during the tour.
Come ready to explore, laugh, and discover. Gamla Stan awaits, where every corner has a secret, and every step tells a story.
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