Stockholm suggestions for out-of-town guests

Restaurants

Tennstopet

Traditional Swedish food in a warm, relaxed environment 

Mirabelle

Modern bistro, chic and delicious food

Den Gyldene Freden

One of Stockholm's oldest restaurants, Karl's mother used to work here in the 1960s when her uncle managed the place

Cafés

Blå Porten

Light filled café with delicious lunches, have the poached salmon. Good for combining with a visit to Skansen 

Things to do

Svenskt Tenn 

A very chic interiors shop with maximalist designs and prices to match 

Millesgården

Sculptor's house with a lovely garden and gallery 

Thielska Galleriet

House, museum and private art collection with a cosy old-school cafe

Skansen

Turn of the century outdoor museum showcasing traditional buildings and life (with the added bonus of zoo animals, Karl says the animals are not the point)

Sturebadet

Lovely spa on three levels, like a very serene warren

Moderna Museet

Great contemporary art gallery with interesting exhibitions and a tempting shop 

Metro stations filled with art

Especially the blue line starting at Kungsträdgården