SWEDEN
Sweden's classics.
The 10 best cruises & boat tours in Sweden, from the big-name classics to the quieter picks worth knowing about. What each one involves, who runs it, and what it costs.
Live-guided Stockholm archipelago cruise on a classic Strömma ship. Pick 1.5–3 hours, enjoy views, WiFi, and onboard snacks.
“4xA Amazing views Amazing guide Amazing fun Amazon time ❤️”
A 2-hour boat ride from central Stockholm into the archipelago. Pass classic islands, hear English guide stories, and enjoy great views.
“Great facts about Sweden throughout the journey. The blankets for those of us that sat outside in the cold was a great touch to have! A great tour worth your money!”
Float past Stockholm’s landmarks on a 2+ hour highlights cruise with recorded commentary, under-bridge views, and a lock between sea and lake.
“Amazing 2+ hour tour. Introduced us to life in Stockholm. Loved learning about city’s history. Would do this again!!”
Guided Stockholm archipelago cruise to Vaxholm with live English commentary, flexible indoor/outdoor seating, and great waterfront photos.
“Was a fun tour of the archipelago! The guide was very knowledgable and narrated most of our trip. The dock area is quite busy, so it seems easy to get in the wrong line/ship – so make sure to pay close attention to the pier numbers.”
Take a 2.5-hour guided boat cruise from Lilla Bommen through Gothenburg Harbor, past Älvsborg Fortress, and out to southern archipelago islands.
“Nice cruise. The crew was very pleasant and available. Amazing land ad seascape. Highly recommended.”
A 50-minute open-top boat ride through Malmö canals with an English guide. Pass Kungsparken, the Casino at the Palace, and Turning Torso.
“Great tour, guide and driver were both fantastic, very enjoyable.”
A 50-minute Royal Djurgården canal boat cruise from Strömkajen, with skyline views and 10-language audio on the Djurgården Canal.
“Despite freezing temperatures the trip was on time and informative. The staff were helpful and the view from the water was spectacular”
Quiet, roofed electric boat tour of Stockholm with a live English guide, blankets, and highlights from palaces to Old Town.
“I am traveling alone. I met the most fun couple on the boat and had a wonderful time talking and sharing experiences.”
A 50-minute open electric boat cruise past Stockholm’s top sights, led by a live guide with engaging stories and views from the water.
“I booked this boat ride on the day and I’m so glad I did! The boat ride was lovely and our guide Heidi (if I remember her name correctly) was fantastic. The boat is very cute and comfortable and doesn’t have windows which is perfect so you can actually see and admire the views of…”
Cruise Gothenburg on a classic open-top Paddan boat, guided in Swedish and English, passing 20+ bridges and heading to the harbor.
“It was a lovely boat trip round the city, and honestly we all learnt so much as it covers such a wide spectrum.”
