Östermalm’s Hidden Streets of Stockholm

Östermalm is the posh area in Stockholm in which I always feel somewhat lost. It just does not appeal as much to me as other areas in the inner city of Stockholm. But to its defence, Östermalm certainly has many Läs mer …

Breda gatan in Djurgårdsstaden – Hidden Streets of Stockholm

Did you know there is a historically interesting neighbourhood behind the amusement park Gröna Lund on Djurgården in Stockholm? Narrow cobblestone streets with wooden houses dating from the 18th century. Don’t miss out on a short visit to Breda gatan Läs mer …

Grubbensringen – Hidden Streets of Stockholm

There is a circular park that most people pass without noticing hiding behind a portal on Fleminggatan on Kungsholmen in Stockholm. Welcome to Grubbensringen – a quiet neighbourhood with a church and two towers facing the promenade along the canal Läs mer …

Snösätra Graffiti Wall of Fame

In a remote industrial area in the nature reserve of Rågsved, you do not expect to find colourful walls exploding with graffiti. But this is exactly what you will find at Snösätra Graffiti Wall of Fame. Well worth the metro Läs mer …

Café Harpaviljongen, Stockholm – a welcoming oasis in the city

Updated May 2025 after change in ownership. See new info at the end of this article! On the outskirts of Lill-Jansskogen you will find Café Harpaviljongen, a hidden gem in serene and green surroundings that offers a cold beer or Läs mer …

Galärvarvskyrkogården – värt ett besök

First Morning vill tipsa om ett undangömt ställe värt ett besök på Djurgården i Stockholm. Jag snubblade själv över det på en morgonpromenad bara för någon vecka sedan. Galärvarvskyrkogården, en kyrkogård från mitten av 1700-talet, ligger snett bakom Nordiska Museet Läs mer …