One of Stockholm’s many islands – Kungliga Djurgården (Royal Game Park) – is where many of the city’s historical museums, palaces, gardens, and lush green parks are located. You can grab a rental bike from Stockholm City Bikes or from the waterfront stand right next to Djurgårdsbron (the bridge which leads onto the island) and enjoy a leisurely hour ride around the park.
Recommended stops on Djurgården include Vasamuseet – home to the Vasa warship which sank in 1628, Skansen – the world’s oldest open air museum, Nordiska museet to learn about Scandinavian culture, and Rosendal Palace with its vibrant flower gardens.
Check out my Djurgården nature gallery in the image bank.
Oh, your pictures of Sweden break my heart! I visited there about 2 years ago (Stockholm and Malmo) and fell in love with it. You make me want to jump on a plane and go back.
Thanks so much Yoneco! It really is a visually stunning country. Definitely keep in touch when you’re back in Sweden.
It looks like a lovely park I can see why everyone enjoys it there. If I ever make it to Sweden it is one of the places I would love to visit including the Vasa museum and other attractions. :O)
You should! It’s arguably the best island in town.