What is there to do in Stockholm in October? We have tips on autumn activities both in the city and the archipelago. Enjoy delicious food, the outdoor museum Skansen, beautiful nature in all its autumn colors, mushroom picking, a boat tour in the archipelago, or the Vikings’ Halloween at Birka – Stockholm has something for all ages and tastes! At the bottom of the post, you’ll find a map of what to do in Stockholm in October!
The popular brunch cruise on the S/S Stockholm departs from Strandvägen every Saturday and Sunday throughout the autumn. Experience the archipelago and enjoy the views with your friends during the most colorful time of the year. Onboard the elegant salons, a delicious brunch buffet is served, featuring dishes made with seasonal ingredients, classic dishes, plenty of greens, and tasty sweets.
Departure: Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 PM
Departure location: Strandvägen, Pier 16
Experience Álfablót, the Vikings’ Halloween - take the boat to Birka! It is a weekend filled with magic and a mythical atmosphere where you’ll encounter the gods and creatures of the Viking Age face-to-face at Birka.
During the weekend, you can also have your fortune told with runes, participate in exciting crafts and activities in the Viking Quarter, join a mythological guided tour, shop in the museum store, and enjoy a meal at Restaurant Särimner.
Álfablót at Birka: October 26 and 27
Departure location: Klara Mälarstrand, Pier 3
Tip for Birka – Experience Birka in its beautiful autumn attire!
Throughout October, the boat departs from Klara Mälarstrand every weekend. Once on Birka, you can join a guided tour, explore the Viking Quarter, visit the fascinating museum, and enjoy a meal at Restaurant Särimner.
This is an excellent restaurant tip for both friends and couples. Step onboard the magnificent S/S Stockholm for a cozy evening dinner cruise in the archipelago. As the sun sets earlier in the evenings and darkness falls, it’s incredibly cozy to calmly sail the water and enjoy good food and fantastic views of an archipelago in autumn colors. The chef duo Daniel Tingström and Hjalmar Litzén have composed an à la carte menu for all tastes. Locally sourced ingredients and green dishes are close to their hearts.
Departure: Thursday to Saturday until October 6. Thursday to Friday until November 10
Departure location: Strandvägen, Pier 16
Love shrimp? Then you should book the Strömma Kanalbolaget Shrimp Cruise. The combination of Stockholm’s best views, an archipelago boat tour, and heaps of shrimp is unbeatable. Start the evening on the boat’s outdoor deck with a drink and a warm jacket – enjoy all the colors of autumn before the darkness falls. A generous bowl of eco-labeled shrimp with classic accompaniments is served at your table. If the bowl runs out, just ask for more. The boat makes a short stop at Vaxholm Fortress – don’t miss admiring the crimson Virginia creeper climbing up the walls.
Have you got a sweet tooth? The dessert menu is something you shouldn’t miss.
Departure: Friday and Saturday throughout October
Departure location: Nybrokajen, Pier 10
There’s always something to experience at Skansen, where the past and present meet, animals and culture, traditions and trends. Autumn is making its presence felt there too. In Skogaholm’s kitchen garden, for example, you can see the 17 different apple varieties growing there. Did you know that Skansen has its own Skansen apple? It grows on the hill above the entrance.
Visit all the animals and/or play in one of Skansen’s playgrounds – Lill-Skansen, Ekorrparken, or Päronparken. At Restaurant Stora Gungan, you can enjoy good food and a beautiful view. The Skansen store has been set up for cozy autumn vibes.
In October, you can also visit the exhibition Vuoi ihán – Sami Contemporary Art. Six different artists showcase their works at the Ekshäradsgården in Skansen.
Opening hours: Weekdays 10:00 AM-3:00 PM / Weekends 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Transport tip to Skansen – Take the Hop On-Hop Off bus to Skansen and get off at the stop right outside the main entrance. Convenient transport combined with sightseeing around Stockholm city. Strollers can be taken onboard the bus, subject to space availability.
Mushroom picking and enjoying nature is a perfect activity for all ages. Grab your mushroom basket, pack a picnic, and head out into the forest in search of nature’s gold.
Sweden is a fantastic country that, thanks to Allemansrätten (the Right of Public Access), allows everyone to go out into nature and freely pick mushrooms and berries. Porcini, funnel chanterelles, birch boletes, saffron milk caps, black trumpet mushrooms, hedgehog mushrooms, slippery jack, cauliflower mushrooms – there are many edible mushrooms. But remember only to pick mushrooms you can identify. For many mushroom pickers, golden chanterelles, funnel chanterelles, and porcini are three favorites that often end up in the basket.
Things to keep in mind: Only pick mushrooms you can identify, bring snacks, mushrooms are best kept in a basket or paper bag, buy a mushroom guidebook, and clean the mushrooms right in the forest.
Tip – Take the Cinderellabåtarna out to the archipelago. M/S Cinderella II stops at several archipelago islands where you can find mushrooms, choose between Vaxholm, Grinda, Gällnö, and Sandhamn.
Ulriksdal Palace Garden is a calm and pleasant excursion destination for all ages. Here, you can explore the outdoor garden, greenhouse, and garden shop. The shop offers a wide range of spring bulbs and a broad selection of fruit trees and berry bushes, perfect for planting this time of year. The café serves delicious pastries, soups, sandwiches, and a popular vegetarian buffet made with seasonal ingredients. In the open field, you can harvest flowers and vegetables yourself – find your favorite crop. The open field is open until the first frost arrives, so take the opportunity!
Garden Shop opening hours: Weekdays 10:00 AM-6:00 PM / Weekends and holidays 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Garden Café opening hours: Weekdays 10:00 AM-4:30 PM / Weekends and holidays 11:00 AM-4:30 PM
On the map, you’ll find tips on things to do when visiting Stockholm in October.
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