Sigtuna Day Trip
Description
Discover the historical charm of Sigtuna, Sweden's oldest town, nestled within a beautifully preserved Viking-era street network decorated with 18th-century traditional houses. Dive into the town's rich Viking and Medieval history at the Sigtuna Museum, once the epicenter of Sweden's royalty and religion.
Often considered "where Sweden begins" our guide will take us on a route to see romantic church ruins and intriguing Viking runestones.We'll continue on to wander along the serene shores of Lake Mälaren, where these runestones unveil captivating Viking stories, and the church ruins offer insights into post-Viking Christian life.
Along our route, we'll also visit the 17th-century Venngarn Palace, the luxurious residence of Magnus Gabriel De la Gardie, Sweden's wealthiest and most influential nobleman of his time. Our guide will take us on a deep dive into history within the palace's well-preserved Baroque architecture, adorned with original 17th-century paintings. Gain insights into the lives of both Swedish nobility and farmers during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Nearby to Wenngarn Palace, we'll also explore Viby, a farm frozen in time since the 1700s—an unusual sight in Sweden, thanks to siificant agricultural reforms in the 18th and 19th centuries. Together we'll walk through this idyllic setting, featuring iconic red countryside buildings, and learn about Swedish life from two to three centuries ago.
After 5 hours of rich history, we'll bring the tour to a close, dropping you off at your hotel.
Pickup
Hotel pickup is available to hotels located within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) of Stockholm's Central Station.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Sweden History Tours
Corporate name: Sweden History Tours AB
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
