When to Visit - Arts and Events

Stockholm has many annual events that the visitor would be privileged to see. For example, the islet of Nämdö is the place to be on the last Saturday of each July, when a celebration takes place in honor of its importance as an agricultural and commercial hub. Also, from late May through August, The Summer Music Festival takes place at the Drottningholms Court Theatre featuring opera, classical music and ballets. During November, the Stockholm International Film Festival acts as a showcase for both new and established filmmakers.

Stockholm Dining

Dining is big news in Stockholm. In fact, Stockholm has the highest density of restaurants per capita in Europe. As well as a tempting array of traditional Swedish dishes, cosmopolitan Stockholm

Stockholm Tipping Advice

In Stockholm restaurants, tipping is not compulsory but almost always necessary; about ten percent of the final bill is about the standard but it is not unusual to double it for exceptional service.