City Swim and Sauna Experience

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Swedish and 1 more

Travel from historic Gamla Stan to the Södermalm waterfront on a small-group experience combining Stockholm sightseeing, panoramic city views and authentic Swedish sauna culture. Along the way, enjoy stunning views over Stockholm from the Gondolen viewing platform as your local guide shares insights into the city’s history, its relationship with water, and Swedish sauna and bathing traditions. The experience then continues to a 90-minute sauna session with optional outdoor swimming. With a maximum of eight guests, it offers a more personal way to discover the city and experience a local tradition that many visitors would find difficult to access on their own. Ideal for curious travelers, wellness lovers, and adventure-minded visitors looking for something different from a conventional Stockholm sightseeing tour.

What's Included

Towel
Sauna admission
Swimwear
Public transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet you opposite Cafe Expresso, Schönfeldts gränd 5-7

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Stockholm Old Town

    Meet your local guide in historic Gamla Stan and begin your journey through Stockholm. Discover the character of the Old Town while hearing about the city’s history, its close relationship with the surrounding water and the Swedish traditions that have developed around outdoor bathing and sauna culture.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Stop at the Gondolen viewing platform for stunning panoramic views across Stockholm, including the Old Town, surrounding islands and waterways. It is a perfect place to see how water shapes the city while your guide points out landmarks and shares local insights before continuing towards Södermalm.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Sodermalm

    Continue towards Södermalm with your guide, including a short journey on Stockholm’s local public transport. Travel like a local while heading away from the main sightseeing areas towards the waterfront setting where the sauna experience takes place.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Arrive at the waterfront sauna and get ready for the experience. Your guide will introduce Swedish sauna etiquette, explain local bathing traditions and help you understand how Swedes combine sauna heat with cold-water cooling throughout the year.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Enjoy a 90-minute mixed sauna experience beside the Stockholm waterfront. Relax in the heat and, if you choose, cool down with an outdoor swim or cold-water dip. Outdoor showers and cold-water sauna buckets offer another way to experience the traditional contrast between hot and cold. Your guide will be there to help you enjoy the experience and answer questions about Swedish sauna and bathing culture.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Stockholm Nordic Experiences

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Small Group
Additional fees

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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