November 18 2025

Is the Stockholm City Pass Worth It in 2025? (Full Review + Money-Saving Tips)

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Planning a trip to Stockholm and wondering whether the Stockholm City Pass (Go City All-Inclusive Pass) is actually worth the money? You’re not the only one asking — Stockholm is an incredible city, but it’s definitely not cheap, and the pass promises big savings on some of the most popular attractions.

I’ve lived in Stockholm for the past nine years, and while I don’t personally use sightseeing passes as a local, I’ve had several friends visit me — and one of them tried the City Pass during her trip. She absolutely loved it and managed to fit in more than I thought possible in just a couple of days.

So in this guide, I’m combining:
✔️ her first-hand experience as a visitor
✔️ my local knowledge of what’s actually worth seeing
✔️ a full breakdown of what’s included, what’s not included and when the pass really pays off

By the end, you’ll know whether the Stockholm City Pass is a smart buy for your trip — or whether you’re better off skipping it.

What Is the Stockholm City Pass?

The Stockholm City Pass is an all-inclusive sightseeing card that gives you free entry to 70+ attractions, museums, and tours. It’s 100% digital — no paper tickets — and activates the first time you scan it.

Here’s what’s included, what’s not and how it works.

🔑 Key Attractions Included

Some of the best things to do in Stockholm are included in the pass:

🛳️ Royal Canal Boat Tour
🏛️ Vasa Museum
🦌 Skansen Open-Air Museum & Zoo — Don’t miss my full Skansen guide with insider tips on the best times to go and what to see!
👑 The Royal Palace
🚌 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Boat Tours
🖼️ Fotografiska Museum
⚓ Stockholm City Hall (with guided tour)

There are so many great museums in Stockholm and the City Pass includes most of them

Need help deciding which museums are worth visiting in Stockholm? Read my full guide on the Best Museums in Stockholm For Every Type of Traveler ✨

❌ What’s NOT Included (& Important details to consider)

Before you buy, it’s important to know what’s missing from the Stockholm City Pass:

🚇 Public transport (metro and local buses) are not included — you’ll need to buy an SL travel card or single tickets separately.
🕓 The pass works on consecutive calendar days, not 24-hour periods — so activate it early in the morning to maximize your time.
❄️ Some boat tours don’t operate during winter, so the pass offers less value in the off-season.
🎟️ Some attractions require advance reservations, even if you hold the pass — always double-check in the Go City app.
🎵 ABBA The Museum — this is undoubtedly one of the best museums to visit in Stockholm. However, it is not included in the Stockholm City Pass. If you want to visit it, be sure to plan and budget for a separate ticket.

ABBA Museum is easily one of the best museums to visit in Stockholm, but it’s not included in the Stockholm City Pass

💰 How Much Does the Stockholm City Pass Cost in 2025?

As of 2025, here’s what the Go City Stockholm Pass costs on GetYourGuide, which I found to be the cheapest option:

1‑Day Pass: SEK 882 (~ €80)
2‑Day Pass: SEK 1,274 (~ €116)
3‑Day Pass: SEK 1,568 (~ €143)
4‑Day Pass: SEK 1,765 (~ €161)
5‑Day Pass: SEK 1,912 (~ €174)

Note: Prices can vary slightly depending on where you buy the pass. After checking multiple sites, I found the cheapest prices on GetYourGuide (even when compared to the official website). So it’s worth comparing before you purchase — the official Go City site, GetYourGuide or Klook may all list different rates.

💸 Save Extra with Klook: If you’re booking through Klook, you can save an additional 8% using the promo code: FLIPFLOPS. This can make multi-day passes even more budget-friendly.

🤔 Is the Stockholm City Pass Worth It?

Here’s the honest truth: it depends on how you travel.

✅ It’s definitely worth it if:

You’re buying a pass for 3 days or more — 💡 While 1 or 2‑day passes could be worth it if you’re really rushing, the price difference to a 3‑day pass is small — making 3 days or more much better value and far less rushed.
You plan to visit 3 or more major attractions per day — such as Skansen, the Vasa Museum and the Royal Palace
You’re visiting during spring or summer when all tours are open
You enjoy sightseeing and want to see as much as possible
You value convenience — one digital ticket for everything

🚫 It’s not worth it if:

You prefer a relaxed pace and only want to see 1 or 2 paid attractions
You’re visiting in winter when some activities are closed
You’re traveling with small children (many attractions are free or discounted for kids)
You mostly want to walk around neighborhoods and want to focus on free things to see and do

Do you prefer exploring without spending money? Don’t miss my guide to the 15 Best Free Things to Do in Stockholm (A Local’s 2025 Guide) 🌿

💸 Real Examples: Do You Actually Save Money?

Let’s break down the numbers so you can see the savings clearly. Seeing the real prices side-by-side is the best way to figure out whether the pass is actually worth it for your style of travel.

1-Day Pass (SEK 882 / ~€80)

Let’s say you only have one full day in Stockholm and plan to visit:

Vasa Museum: SEK 190
Skansen: SEK 245
Royal Palace: SEK 180
Stockholm Highlights Boat Tour: SEK 375

Total if paid individually: SEK 990 (~€89)

✅ In this example, you would save about 9€ with the 1-day pass, so it might be worth it. But you’re gonna have to rush and you won’t be able to save much more, unless you cram in even more attractions.

3‑Day Pass (SEK 1,568 / ~€143)

With a three‑day pass you could realistically visit:

Day 1:

Vasa Museum — SEK 190
Skansen Open‑Air Museum — SEK 245
Stockholm Highlights Boat Tour — SEK 285

Day 2:

The Royal Palace — SEK 180
Fotografiska — SEK 200
Drottningholm Palace & Boat Trip — SEK 160 (palace) + SEK 340 (boat, included in pass, ~half-day trip)

Day 3:

Birka – The Viking City — SEK 545 (NOTE: it’s not available during low-season)

Total if paid individually: ~ SEK 2,235

✅ With the pass costing SEK 1,568 (~€143), you save nearly SEK 670 while enjoying convenience and a relaxed pace. The 3-day pass easily pays for itself, especially with full-day excursions like Drottningholm and Birka included.

🧭 My Local Verdict: Is the Stockholm City Pass Worth It in 2025?

Here’s my honest opinion as someone who’s lived here for nearly a decade and helped many friends plan their visits:

⭐ The Stockholm City Pass is worth it for most first-time visitors — but only if you get the 3-day pass or longer

Why?

The price jump from 1 or 2 days to 3 days is small, but you get much more time to spread out the attractions
You don’t need to rush — you can comfortably visit 2–3 major sights per day and still make the pass worth it
Many of the best-value experiences (like Drottningholm or Birka) take half a day, which makes shorter passes harder to maximize
With 3 days, you’re more likely to visit several museums, take boat tours and visit the palaces — which increases your total savings
It gives you flexibility for weather changes (important because it’s Sweden)

🚫 If you prefer a slower pace, aren’t big on museums or are visiting in winter when tours are limited, the pass is probably not worth it. In these cases, it’s better to buy tickets individually.

Stockholm is a city full of incredible sights, amazing museums and unforgettable experiences — whether you’re hopping between attractions or wandering around its charming streets. The City Pass can be a great way to see a lot in a short time, but there are plenty of ways to enjoy the city no matter your style or budget. Plan your days thoughtfully, pick what excites you most and you’re guaranteed a memorable visit to this beautiful Scandinavian capital.