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Where should a family live in Stockholm?

Where to live in Stockholm

• Norrmalm (city center) There are normally not so many available apartments here, as it is mainly a working and touristic area with offices and shopping malls around the central station.
• Östermalm.
• Vasastan.
• Gamla Stan.
• Kungsholmen.
• Solna/Sundbyberg.
• Årsta/Älsjö
• Bromma.

Where can kids live in Stockholm?

10 answers

• Hi Viktoria,
• Somewhere close to a commuter station.
• There are plenty of good areas in the suburbs, both north and south of town.
• I would strongly recommend north part of Stockholm.
• There are many nice and good and very modern places in Stockholm area, children friendly everywhere..
• Hi Viktoria,
• Hi Viktoria!

Is Stockholm good for families?

Stockholm is a child-friendly city. There is an abundance of children’s attractions and museums with activities and exhibits, especially for children. There is an abundance of restaurants in Stockholm that are suitable for visitors with strollers, and kids are welcome in all cafés and restaurants.

Which are the best areas to live in Stockholm?

A Guide to Stockholm’s Best Neighborhoods

• Gamla Stan. Stockholm was founded in 1252 on the site of historic Gamla Stan, or the Old Town.
• Norrmalm. Bustling Norrmalm is a good choice for those who really want to immerse themselves in city life.
• Södermalm.
• Djurgården.
• Östermalm.
• Vasastan.

Where is the best place to live in Stockholm?

Is it expensive in Stockholm?

Surveys rank Stockholm as one of the most expensive cities in the world, and it’s no secret that prices for everyday stuff like food, beer and accommodation are on the high side compared with capital cities in southern Europe.

Is vasastan safe?

Re: Mariatorget or Vasastan? Both locations are actually nice, safe residential areas with plenty of restaurants and they are both a short walk to the city.

What is the most popular neighborhood in Stockholm?

Stockholm’s Most Trendy Neighborhoods 1 Gamla Stan. Gamla Stan is one of the most iconic tourist attractions in Stockholm and is considered one of the best preserved medieval heritages in Europe. 2 Södermalm. 3 Vasastan. 4 Djurgården. 5 Östermalm.

Where do expats prefer to live in Stockholm?

Young working couples often enjoy a city life close to their workplaces and nightlife venues, while many expat families prefer a bigger house in a leafy suburb near good schools so that their children don’t have to commute. While some areas are more popular than others, expats don’t seem to favour any specific neighbourhood in Stockholm.

What is the night life like in Stockholm?

There are lots of bars and clubs. The ‘hipster island’. Its night-life attracts mainly a younger crowd. Most of the ‘movida’ takes place between Slussen (north) and Medborgarplatsen (center). The other areas (south, east, and west) are more residential with the exception of some streets with an interesting nightlife.

What to do in Stockholm with kids?

Largely pedestrianized, there are ample places to picnic, walk or cycle. Many of Stockholm’s most popular family attractions are also based here, from Gröna Lund amusement park and its high-speed rollercoasters to the open-air museum Skansen, which is home to brown bears, wolves, and moose.