Stadshuset (City Hall) is a distinctive red brick building that dominates Kungsholmen (King's Island ), one of the sixteen major islands that form the city of Stockholm . The City Hall was completed in 1923; the building is massively constructed, designed for heavy use and low maintenance in Stockholm 's harsh weather. Yet it is also designed to celebrate Stockholm and Sweden , starting with the three golden crowns at the top of the tower. The "three crowns" have been the symbol for Sweden for at least 700 years, though exactly what they represent is a matter of debate. The City Hall, described as the last example of Sweden 's National Romantic style of architecture, has a superb lakeside site on the north shore of Riddarfjarden . The south-facing garden sits between the City Hall and the lake. It is in the Arts and Crafts style, beautifully proportioned and beautifully detailed. A central lawn is framed by a grid of stone paths with open grass-filled joints. Water steps lead south and east. The garden is understandably popular with sunbathers and sightseers.

Drottningholm Palace is another popular tourist attraction in Sweden . The magnificent Drottningholm Palace was begun in 1662, and was made mostly in Baroque style. The details are just breathtaking, with so much care put into each room. This is the residence of the Swedish Royal family. Outside of the Palace itself are huge gardens, the Chinese Pavilion and Drottningholm Court Theatre , and other auxiliary buildings in various styles. All are definitely worth seeing. Drottningholm exploits the surrounding landscape, like all the great baroque gardens. It was made for Queen Hedwig Eleonora, widow of Karl X, mother of Karl XI and grandmother of the warrior Karl XII. A wise and loved Queen, she tried to to restrain her grandson from the campaign which caused Sweden to lose her continental possessions. When acting as regent, her government was dominated by a chancellor who sought an alliance with Louis XIV. Drottningholm is thought to have been designed in France under Le Nôtre's supervision.

Gamla Stan is one of the primary attractions of Stockholm . It is conveniently located right in the middle of the capital, and can easily be explored on foot. Gamla Stan, literally "old town," is a small island in the middle of Stockholm . With narrow stone streets and old buildings, this is a charming area to walk about. You can get there on the T, or just by walking across one of the four short bridges that separates the island from the rest of Stockholm . Gamla Stan''s prime importance is its age, and in fact, it means nothing more or less than old town. This old town lives up to your imagination of one: narrow stone alleys meandering below the tall buildings, arches leading to still narrower alleys, old lanterns lighting the way for passers-by - not unimportant for a city this far north! Things you shouldn't miss include the Royal Castle and Storkyrkan ("the big church"). Tyska Kyrkan ("the German church") is also worth seeing. You can hang out in Stor Torget ("the big square"), sit on a bench, go to a restaurant or cafe.

The King of Sweden's official residence, Stockholm Royal Palace can be dated back to the thirteenth century is situated in the Old Town . The new palace was constructed during 1697-1754, according to the original drawings, in Roman Baroque style. There are alarge number of museums located within the walls, such as the Treasury, Gustav III's Museum of Antiquities , the Royal Armoury and the Royal Chapel. The changing of the guard is a treat to watch.

Fountains are glittering in the sun at the most spectacular museum in Stockholm , the Millesgården Sculpture Park Museum , Stockholm . It´s built on terraces carved into the cliffs of the island Lidingö, with a magnificent view over the city of Stockholm . But the view has a worthy rival in all to be seen in the park! Here you will find world famous monuments, sculptures and fountains made by Carl Milles. Visit also Carl and Olga Milles home where Olga Milles paintings can be seen in the study.

Free admission to Millesgården Sculpture Park Museum with the Stockholm à la Carte card!

The Vasa Museum is the most popular museum in Stockholm , capital of Sweden . The Museum was inaugurated in 1990. In the large ship hall stands the warship Vasa - the only remaining, intact 17th century ship in the world. The lower rig has been rebuilt,
complete with masts, stays and shrouds. The wreck, salvaged in 1961, is now once again a complete ship. Surrounding the ship are several permanent exhibitions, cinemas, a shop and a restaurant.