A different way to Xperience Stockholm

What to see, do, and discover in Stockholm, shared by the Local Xperts who call the city home

Rows of cherry trees in full pink bloom above the steps at Kungstradgarden in Stockholm, with people sitting below
Spring

Stockholm’s cherry blossom trees – a touch of Japan in Sweden

In the heart of Stockholm lies a surprising and delightful display of cherry blossoms each spring, transforming the Swedish capital into a dreamy landscape reminiscent of Japan. Over the decades, the cherry trees gradually gained popularity among locals and visitors. Each spring, usually around late April to early May, when the trees burst into bloom with pale pink and white

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Green aurora arcing across the night sky above a dark fjord, with village lights on the far shore
Christmas in Sweden

Chasing the Mystical Aurora: Witnessing the Northern Lights

Northern Lights in Sweden The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, is one of nature's most mesmerizing displays. Dancing across the night sky with vibrant colours of green, purple, and pink, it's a phenomenon that has captivated humanity for centuries. While the Arctic regions are commonly associated with this celestial spectacle, Sweden offers a unique and accessible vantage

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