Capture the contrasts of the enigmatic city of Stockholm on a weekend break from The Co-operative Travel.
Built on 14 islands at the meeting point of the freshwater Lake Mãlaren and the Baltic Sea, the Swedish capital is widely known as the ‘Beauty on Water’, and its reputation spreads far and wide to draw in people from a vast area, who help make every weekend a massive party.
One third water, one third protected green space and one third bubbling and buzzing city, Stockholm is a truly unique capital city where preserved medieval buildings sit next to modern architecture in a compact setting, meaning that a weekend break is just long enough to give you a taste of its true character.
The island of Djurgården, the world's first National City Park, is only a short walk from the city centre, and is a favourite place for Stockholmers and visitors alike to take refuge in to simply relax and chat. A walk around Gamla Stan – the 750-year-old Old Town – will allow you to soak up the atmosphere of the narrow streets crammed with medieval buildings.
Yet the city also manifests its position as a favourite haunt of a new breed of young fashion, IT and telecoms professionals through the presence of a wealth of fashionable bars, clubs and restaurants, especially concentrated on the island of Södermalm.
The character of your Stockholm short break or weekend break will change greatly according to the time of year you choose to visit. Short winter days often see the city shrouded in snow, making it seem rather ethereal, while in summer it enjoys almost perpetual sunlight, encouraging you to pack a great deal into your long days.
This prosperous city is easy to explore by bus or modern, efficient metro system, and there are a wide range of accommodation choices for your Stockholm short break.
Just pick your date, and then check out the deals and offers available from The Co-operative Travel for Stockholm weekend breaks. One thing’s for sure – you’ll ‘Abba’ great time!