Stockholm’s archipelago just 30 minutes from the city center
Fjäderholmarna
The moment you catch one of the regular boats (during high season) to the islands, in either Slussen or Strandvägen, your archipelago experience begins. You will get to see Stockholm from the water, which is a very unique and worthy experience in itself for those visiting the city. Passing by Gamla Stan (the Old Town), you will get to see Södermalm on one side and Djurgården on the other, with the emblematic Gröna Lund amusement park and Vasa Museum building. It’s such a beautiful sightseeing boat tour, at the same time as it is a fast way of getting to the archipelago’s closest islands.
When you arrive to the islands of Fjärderholmarna, you will find a cozy pier welcoming visitors to an island that is so close to mainland but still feels like a world away. With Sweden’s traditional red wooden houses all around, it is the perfect welcoming card for those starting to explore the archipelago.
While on the island, visitors can visit its most famous restaurant: Fjäderholmarnas Krog. It is open during the summer season and offers great food as well as privileged water views. For those who are visiting Stockholm during winter but who are still interested in visiting the archipelago, going to this restaurant in the islands of Fjäderholmarna might be the perfect choice, since it offers a charming Julbord (Christimas buffet) from the end of November onwards, allowing visitors to combine their archipelago experience with a unique Christmas experience in the North.
But perhaps the coziest place of all on these beautiful islands is Röda Villan: in this charming low-key café with plenty of colorful flowers decorating the garden, guests can enjoy a cup of coffee, some cakes or even light meals – either inside or on the many tables available in the garden. With a stunning view over the water and surrounded by trees, cliffs and even a small beach, this is a perfect place to take a relaxing break while exploring the archipelago. Make sure to stay an extra while and go down to the cliffs by the water if the afternoon is coming to an end – the sunsets from there are gorgeous.
Apart from restaurants and cafes overlooking the water, those who visit the islands of Fjäderholmarna get the opportunity to see and experience much more.
If you are looking for chocolate, head to the popular Fjäderholmarna Choklad. Inspired by the island’s History, two sisters started this company where they produce their own delicious handmade chocolate – one for each relevant year of Fjäderholmarna’s History. Pass by the store to buy some tasty pralinés you can eat on the boat trip back to Stockholm or some cute chocolate bars to offer someone special.
For some original souvenirs from Fjäderholmarna, visit Textilt Uttryck and support this local business producing beautiful trays, coasters, noteboooks and many other items with unique patterns.
Check this tour if you would like to see Fjäderholmarna from the water on a boat trip from Stockholm:
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