Best way to orient yourself to a new city. But let's play fair. Letting people save space in queue angers those who have been waiting in line, frustrated to have 6 to 10 people squeeze in front of you when you've been standing in the hot sun waiting your turn, the rep let them do it
Enjoy the tour. Buses were on time.
Isangoo is apparently "the company they deal with" as the moment I presented our vouchers and the HOHO agent acknowledged that what I had paid was accurate, it was exchanged for our tickets. But what the most charming aspect of this tour was that upon debarking and asking how to get to the HOHO boat first, I was told "look down and follow the red line"!! It took us to the waiting boat (there are many which line up) where we got our tickets and then got off the first stop to board the HOHO bus for that part first. I am so glad that I decided to buy the combination boat/bus as we got a complete and entertaining view of Stockholm. The boat tour at the end which we did the full circuit was absolutely a must-do. The harbor is beautiful. You cannot see the same sights in the same way from any other vantage points other than the water otherwise. All of us in our group agreed that this was the best and only way to tour Stockholm. The buses are dependable because they are staggered so that when one bus arrives at a stop where there are waiting passengers the arriving bus must fill the other bus and then it leaves, with our original bus remaining at the stop. We didn't particularly like to change buses, but the system is reliable time-wise due to the system. This is imperative when you have a ship who will not wait for you and you need to depend on a schedule!!
What to see and do in Stockholm: Although the Swedish capital is spread across 14 islands, exploring the city is very easy. After your boat tour, you’re ready to discover places such as the old town, the museums, palaces and shops. There’s the Royal Palace, and its museums or the 17th-century built Drottningholm Palace to see. The ABBA Museum is for fans and music lovers, and Fotografiska is a contemporary photography museum. For theme park fans, you should head for Grona Lund. Stockholm is stocked with things to do and see.
Top tips of things to try when in Stockholm: You’ll find that since 2016 many of the state museums have had free admission, so well worth taking advantage of that. And make sure to try out the subway, it’s more than just a transport hub. It’s an art gallery. If you fancy visiting the many islands, you should get a Stockholm travel card. The ferries allow the card for transport, so you can explore the island further.
Best time to visit: Like much of Northern Europe the best time to go is during the spring and summer months. Temperatures are warm, and you'll find it has more sunshine than you’d imagine. You may find you get more than you bargained for!! As the midnight sun is around from June to July.
• Head to Skansen, which is found on Djurgården Island. It has the world’s oldest open-air museum. There are historic buildings to visit, and it attracts over a million visitors each year.
• We mentioned trying out the subway, so here’s why. Stations are brimming with art, paintings, mosaics and sculptures, one to look out for include is a vivid rainbow!
• Stockholm is referred to as the Venice of the North. That’s in part to its beautiful buildings and open water.
You will find there are several Stockholm lunch and dinner cruise options available. Check the individual tour details for the menu and the options available.
We realise you want to capture those destination hotspots on your tour. Many operators do offer free Wi-Fi on board, but you will need to check with the individual operator.
Yes, but be aware that there is a high season (June to September) and Low Season (November to March). Check the tour details for timings.
Stockholm is a region full of attractions and experiences to enjoy and immerse in. Check out our Stockholm tours by visiting isango.com
Each tour is different, but in general, they will have a duration between 1 to 2 hours. Make sure to check the specific tour for timings.
Boat tours will run at different times of the day, especially if you are booked on a lunch or dinner cruise. Make sure to check the tour details for a full listing of times.
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