City of Stockholm
Welcome to the Capital of Scandinavia
Welcome to Stockholm
Welcome to Stockholm, one of the world’s most beautiful capitals. Built on 14 islands around one of Europe’s largest and best-preserved mediaeval city centres, the city is stunningly located by the Baltic Sea.
Make the most of your stay
You will find everything you need to know before and during your visit to Stockholm at visitstockholm.com – The Official Visitors Guide.
Stockholm statistics
- More than 4 million books are borrowed from the city's libraries each year.
- There are more than 450 sport facilities in Stockholm.
- Almost 50 000 Stockholm children attend pre-school.
Events
The goal of Stockholm's event strategy is to become a world class event city by 2030 - one of the three most popular event cities in Europe.
Sharing best practice
Stockholm’s international relations gives elected representatives and employees excellent opportunities to exchange best practice.
The Smart City
Environmental and information technology are both key priorities in developing a sustainable society.
The City Hall
Stockholm City Hall is one of Sweden’s most famous buildings, and one of the capital's most visited tourist attractions.
Sustainable efforts
Stockholm was the first city to receive the award European Green Capital by the EU Commission.
A fast growing city
Stockholm is growing like never before which requires effective and innovative infrustructural development.
Education
There are more than 260 elementary schools and over 80 high schools in Stockholm. All education for children is free of charge.
World leading in ICT
Kista Science City is the home of incredibly creative people, world leading businesses and digital research.
News from the City of Stockholm
AAA/A-1+ rating for Stockholm
23 maj 2014The City of Stockholm receives another 'AAA/A-1+' by Standard & Poor's. Robust budgetary performance, substantial capital revenues and strong financial management, are listed as key factors behind the rating.
Swedish Election 14 September 2014
9 maj 2014On September 14th, election was held to the Swedish parliament as well as the municipal and county council assemblies.
Stockholm wins Mayors Challenge 2014
23 apr 2014Stockholm was announced as five winners in Mayors Challenge in Paris today– an ideas competition for European cities focusing on urban challenges. Stockholm's competing area was the challenge of turning garden waste into biochar.