Search Airline Tickets to Sweden
A Scandinavian nation, Sweden is a hub of innovative design, fashion and gastronomy. The country is renowned for its natural beauty and is home to vast forests, thousands of inland lakes and coastal islands, and glaciated mountains. Sweden’s major cities, Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmo, are all coastal. Visitors from all across the world come to Sweden to witness the Northern Lights and the midnight sun in Swedish Lapland. Sweden is a historically rich nation and source of Viking culture. Visitors will find here palaces, seaside fortresses, walled medieval cities, and revealing museums which attest to the country's long and complex backstory. Major attractions here include Stockholm Palace, Gamla stan, Drottningholm Palace, Nobel Museum, Abisko National Park, and Storkyrkan.
Popular Destinations in Sweden
Gothenburg
Among the largest cities in the Nordic countries, Gothenburg is situated by
the Kattegat on the west coast of Sweden. The city is a major sea-port and
known for its leafy boulevards and Dutch-style canals. Gothenburg is a city
best explored on foot, where visitors can explore the canals and cafes and
experience the vibe of the city. Gothenburg is a haven for foodies,
visitors can indulge in topnotch seafood and visit award-winning
restaurants. Some of the major tourist attractions in Gothenburg are Fish
Market, Gothenburg Museum of Art, Gothenburg Botanical Garden, Feskekorka,
and Gothenburg Opera.
Kiruna
Kiruna is the southernmost town of Sweden. It is located in the province of
Lapland. Kiruna is traveler's heaven in more than a single way. The
charming town is rich in natural beauty and Northern lights can be easily
spotted here along with the midnight sun. Other than northern lights, there
are several other tourist attractions in Kiruna such as Kiruna Church,
Kiirunavaara, Sami Museum, and Luossajarvi.
Stockholm
Capital of Sweden, Stockholm is the most populous city of Scandinavia. The
city is spread across 14 islands and is the political, economic, media, and
cultural center of Sweden. Stockholm is home to several top-notch museums
such as Nordic Museum, Vasa Museum, Nobel Museum, and ABBA - The Museum.
The city offers picturesque views as the cityscape merges seamlessly with
the Baltic Sea and the 50 bridges connecting the archipelago. Stockholm’s
history can be traced back to the 13th century. Major
attractions in the city include Stockholm City Hall, Djurgarden Island,
Grona Lund Amusement Park, and Stockholm Public Library.
Best Time to Visit Sweden
Weather-wise, the best time to visit Sweden is from October to March. Those who wish to visit the town at the time of northern lights, are advised to book Sweden flights in advance. It can be hard to get cheap flights to Sweden if not booked in prior.