Stockholm
Sweden’s capital, Stockholm, is like no other of the world’s major cities.
Rises gracefully from water so clean that you can go swimming in the very heart of the citySweden’s capital, Stockholm, is like no other of the world’s major cities. Stockholm rises gracefully from water so clean that you can go swimming in the very heart of the city and fishermen haul in their catch just off Drottninggatan, the equivalent of London’s Oxford Street. Perched on 14 islands at the point where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea, Stockholm is a breathtaking beauty. With twinkling, panoramic vistas greeting you around every corner this truly is one destination that really is worth leaving your luxury MSC Cruise ship! With a fun and action-packed selection of excursion packages, you can choose from different itineraries that provide you great deals on all the local sights and which will help you quickly get a feel for this magical city. Stockholm merits a whole holiday in itself but you can make the most of your vacation here by joining our city tour – you’ll be guided round the key attractions including the historic centre, the Baroque-style Royal Palace and a chance to take some snaps from a panoramic view point. Stockholm, the ‘Venice of the North’ is also conducive to tours along its picturesque canals – a relaxed way to view the city from a unique vantage point. Alternatively, why not leave the ship for a day that combines a guided tour with time on your own to lunch and soak up the atmosphere of this Swedish gem.
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Directions
When cruising from the Port of Stockholm, your ship will be docked in one of 3 locations. Generally MSC ships will dock at Stadsgarden pier in one of the canals about a mile or so from Old Town. Sometimes ships can dock right at Old Town at the pier called Skeppsbron, and when traffic is heavy ships can dock in the commercial harbor some three to four miles from downtown Stockholm. Transportation options are abundant throughout the city and most natives will tell you that walking through the city is by far the best way to see all of the beautiful attractions.
Port average temperature
Stockholm has a humid continental climate or maritime. Due to the city's high northerly latitude, daylight varies widely from more than 18 hours around midsummer, to only around 6 hours in late December. Despite its location, Stockholm has relatively mild temperatures.
The city enjoys 1,981 hours of sunshine annually. Summers are warm and pleasant with average daytime high temperatures of 20–22 °C and lows of around 13 °C, but temperatures frequently exceed 25 °C. Winters are cold with average temperatures ranging from −5 to 1 °C, and rarely drop below −15 °C. Spring and autumn are generally cool to mild. The highest temperature ever recorded in Stockholm was 36 °C, the lowest was −32 °C. Annual precipitation is 539 mm with around 170 wet days and light to moderate rainfall throughout the year. Snow mainly occurs from December through March The temperate figures shown are based on monthly average weather conditions for the selected port. Weather data is not real-time, and sometimes no data is shown for a specific date, month or port in general.
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SKT01 - CITY TOUR, VASA MUSEUM AND ROYAL PALACE - 4 hours - 2012
Leave the port for a fascinating sightseeing tour of Stockholm, known as the Venice of the North. We will take in the National Museum, the Royal Theatre and the Grand Hotel. Enjoy a guided tour of the Vasa Museum, which hosts the famous Vasa ship, a Swedish warship that was sunk in 1628. We will visit some of the rooms of the Baroque-style Royal Palace and take a short walk through Stockholms historic centre. Proceed to Fjallgatan for great views over the city centre.Note : the visit to the Royal Palace can be changed / limited to some rooms in case of official visits on the day of call even with no advice. This tour includes walking on cobblestone streets and there are steps in the Royal Palace so it is not advised to Guests experiencing mobility problems or in a wheelchair.
Price per person $94.00 Adults $66.00 Children
SKT02 - CANAL CRUISE - 2 hours - 2012
Water, parks and woodlands make up almost one third of Stockholm's surface area, and water plays an important part in city life. Our cruise starts with a short walk to the pier where the canal cruise will start. Board a motor boat and join us on a cruise along some of Stockholms waterways and canals, enjoying the serene beauty as you enjoy the city from a new perspective, admiring the elegant architecture, parks and wide, tree-lined boulevards.Note : limited seats. No guide service foreseen ; information will be given by an audio-system. This tour is not advised to Guests in a wheelchair.
Price per person $60.00 Adults $42.00 Children
SKT03 - DROTTNINGHOLM PALACE & PANORAMIC OF STOCKHOLM - 3,5 hours - 2012 Our excursion starts in Fjällgatan from where you can enjoy beautiful views over Stockholm and the harbour. Reach the old town for a guided walk along cobbled streets before heading to the bus and driving to Drottningholm Palace. The XVI century Palace was destroyed by fire in 1661 and later rebuilt in a Baroque style. We will drive back to Stockholm passing in front of the City Hall where the Nobel Prize ceremonies are held.Note : the transfer to Drottningholm takes about 1 hour ; this tour includes walking on uneven ground so it is not advised to Guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair.
Price per person $73.00 Adults $51.00 Children
SKT05 - ONE DAY IN THE SWEDISH CAPITAL - 6 hours with no lunch - 2012 Your excursion will begin with a visit to the City Hall, a magnificent fortress-like building that has become the symbol of Stockholm; it is here that the annual banquet takes place following the presentation of the Nobel Prize. Walk through the opulent rooms and you are sure to be struck by the grandeur and enormity of the impressive Blue and Golden Halls. Our day trip continues with a visit to some of the rooms in the Royal Palace, from where the King of Sweden currently conducts his royal duties. An homage to the Baroque architectural style, the Royal Palace is a huge compound of buildings set on a hill in the old town and boasts no fewer than 608 rooms. After sightseeing we will walk around the old town before having time at leisure to shop or have lunch on your own. Our outing also includes a visit to the Vasa Museum built during the XVII century and which houses a Swedish warship that sank in Stockholm's harbour on her maiden voyage in 1628. The vessel was discovered in 1956 and raised from the seabed in 1961.Please note: the visit to the Royal Palace can be changed / limited to some rooms in case of official visits on the day of call even with no advice. This tour includes walking on cobblestone streets and there are steps in the Royal Palace so is not recommended for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair.
Price per person $122.00 Adults $85.00 Children
SKT06 - COSY STOCKHOLM AND THE FABULOUS ICEBAR - 3 hours - 2012 
"Gamla Stan", Stockholm's old quarter will be the starting point of our sightseeing tour where we will enjoy a pleasant guided walk through the narrow cobble-stone streets and alleyways. These historic streets have preserved their ancient air and one could almost imaging being back in medieval times. Your guide will point out the main sites and squares. Continue to the Nordic Sea Hotel, in the heart of the city, for a unique experience of drinking from a frozen cup; we will visit the famous Icebar. Highly fashionable, the interior is made of glass and the temperature is never raised above - 5º. The excursion will also include 30-minute sightseeing tour for an overview of this lovely Swedish city.Please note: this excursion is not recommended for children under 6 years old because the temperature inside the Ice Bar is always kept below 0º. This tour is not suitable for Guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair as walking on uneven ground is involved.
Price per person $97.00 Adults $68.00 Children
SKT07 - VASA MUSEUM & SKANSEN OPEN AIR MUSEUM - 4 hours - 2012 Enjoy a scenic drive to the old town; journey back hundreds of years as you visit the most charming island in Stockholm, the old district of the city known as "Gamla Stan". Enjoy a sightseeing tour through narrow, cobbled streets and down winding alleys overlooked by soaring church spires and populated with boutique shops and homes dating from the XVI century. Transfer to the Vasa Museum built during the XVII century and which houses a Swedish warship that sank in Stockholm's harbour on her maiden voyage in 1628. The vessel was discovered in 1956 and raised from the seabed in 1961. Our excursion continues with a short visit around Skansen Open Air Museum and Zoo, the world's oldest open air museum. Built to depict Swedish life and with replicas of traditional Swedish buildings, children will enjoy seeing the friendly, wild animals whilst you get a taste of traditional customs and life in this country. Return to the port.Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair as long walking on uneven ground is involved.
Price per person $88.00 Adults $62.00 Children
SKT11 - MILLENNIUM TOUR & TOWN HALL - 4 hours - 2012 
Possibly you’ve read the book ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ or maybe you’ve seen the movie or waiting anxiously for the Hollywood version: either way, this is the tour for you! Leave the port for a sightseeing tour of Stockholm, known as the ‘Venice of the North’, enjoying the scenic drive to Södermalm, on the southern island of the city, where the main part of Stieg Larsson’s Millennium trilogy takes place. Join us for a walking tour around Södermalm and see the main sites of the book coming to life. Next we will reach the Town Hall, a magnificent fortress-like building that has become the symbol of Stockholm; it is here that the annual banquet takes place following the presentation of the Nobel Prize. Walk through the opulent rooms and you are sure to be struck by the grandeur and enormity of the impressive Blue and Golden Halls. Our day trip continues with an orientative city tour past the Royal Palace, the Parliament building and the Opera House. A short stop at Fjällgatan viewpoint will conclude our day in the Swedish capital.Please note: This tour includes walking on cobblestone streets and there are steps in the Town Hall so is not recommended for Guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair.
Price per person $78.00 Adults $55.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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