{"id":6011,"date":"2026-03-20T13:18:34","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T20:18:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edtechuvic.ca\/edci336\/2026\/03\/20\/free-inquiry-7-stockholm-to-dos\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T13:18:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T20:18:34","slug":"free-inquiry-7-stockholm-to-dos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edtechuvic.ca\/edci336\/2026\/03\/20\/free-inquiry-7-stockholm-to-dos\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Inquiry #7: Stockholm to-dos"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Colourful buildings in Gamla Stan, image from https:\/\/www.originaltravel.co.uk\/travel-blog\/why-visit-stockholm<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hej! God morgon.<\/p>\n

My mum gifted me a book about Stockholm for Christmas \u2013 \u201cTop 10 Stockholm\u201d by DK Travel. For my sixth inquiry post, I thought I would go analog and do some good old-fashioned research on life in Stockholm. So, I poured over the travel book and took notes on must-see places.<\/p>\n

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Cover of my travel book. https:\/\/www.indigo.ca\/en-ca\/dk-top-10-stockholm-top-10-lists-for-your-perfect-trip-plus-an-all-weather-folded-map\/9780241719787.html<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Gamla Stan (Old Town)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stockholm\u2019s historic centre, Gamla Stan is known for its narrow cobblestone streets and colourful buildings.<\/p>\n

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Map of Gamla Stan area from \u201cTop 10 Stockholm\u201d. I can legally use thus because it\u2019s less than 10% of the source material and for educational purposes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Vasa Museum<\/strong> (Vasamusset)<\/p>\n

A great place to learn about the Vikings, the Vasa Museum houses a 17th-century warship. The ship sank on its first voyage, and was miraculously recovered from the sea floor nearly completely intact. A friend of a friend recommended the Vasamuseet to me way back in October at a Halloween party, before I was even sure I\u2019d be going to Sweden. So, a must-see!<\/p>\n

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Screenshot from the Vasamuseet website: https:\/\/www.vasamuseet.se\/en<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Skansen Open-Air Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n

Skansen is an open-air museum showcasing Swedish life and culture.<\/p>\n

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Photo from https:\/\/www.skansen.se\/en\/<\/a> by Marie Andersson.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Royal Palace<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Royal Palace is one of the largest palaces in Europe, and it is actually still used for official functions. I would love to learn more about Sweden\u2019s monarchy and history, so I\u2019ll be checking it out.<\/p>\n

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https:\/\/www.kungahuset.se\/english\/royal-palaces-and-residences<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Fotografiska<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fotografiska is a contemporary photography museum with rotating exhibitions. I would love to get more cultured and artsy during my time abroad, so I\u2019ll check it out.<\/p>\n

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Fotografiska<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

https:\/\/www.fotografiska.com<\/a><\/p>\n

ABBA The Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n

This museum is dedicated to ABBA, one of Sweden\u2019s most iconic cultural exports. It\u2019s interactive (I believe you can see a hologram version of the band perform!) and focuses on the band\u2019s music and legacy, which makes it a fun addition alongside the more traditional museums.<\/p>\n

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ABBA costumes on display at the museum, from https:\/\/abbathemuseum.com\/en\/exhibitions<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

S\u00f6dermalm<\/strong><\/p>\n

S\u00f6dermalm is described as one of Stockholm\u2019s trendier districts, known for cafes, vintage shops, and a more local feel. My friend from Sweden says I NEED to go thrifting there because the clothes are amazing.<\/p>\n

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A vintage shop in Sofo, the \u201ctrendy\u201d district of S\u00f6dermalm:https:\/\/www.city-guide-stockholm.com\/en\/experiences\/weekend-et-holidays\/article-vintage-shopping-in-sofo-the-trendy-district-of-sodermalm-19.htm<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Stockholm City Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n

City Hall is notable not just for its architecture, but also as the venue for the Nobel Prize banquet.<\/p>\n

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Nobel Prize banquet<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Nobel_Banquet<\/a><\/p>\n

Fika (coffee and pastries) \u2013 anywhere in and around the city!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fika is the Swedish tradition of taking a break for coffee and something sweet, often in a social setting. I wrote about it in my very first inquiry post. I\u2019m excited to try what the local bakeries and cafes have to offer.<\/p>\n

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Traditional Swedish pastries. Image from https:\/\/www.whetstonemagazine.com\/journal\/the-traditional-swedish-fika-and-its-pastries<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

More recommendations<\/h2>\n

I also asked ChatGPT for recommendations, which kind of goes against my whole analog research operation, LOL! Here are the places I didn\u2019t see in my travel book that ChatGPT said I can\u2019t miss in Stockholm:<\/p>\n