Join us on a unique historical walk on western part of Kungsholmen! Here you are invited on a fascinating journey from rural idyll to the industrial environment of the big city. The walk takes you through areas where the military, summer mansions for the nobility, hospitals, tobacco plantations, schools, a villa town, allotment gardens and industries, including breweries, asphalt and concrete industries, have shaped the city's development.
Don't miss the chance to discover a piece of Stockholm's history - a history that still today characterizes western part of Kungsholmen! The walk provides an exciting insight into one of Stockholm's most multifaceted areas. Here, history, industry and modern urban development are mixed in a unique way - a journey that provides both curiosity and inspiration. Don't miss the chance to be part of this fascinating historical walk!
Level: Moderate (mostly flat ground, some uphills)
To keep in mind: Bring a bottle of water if warm weather. An umbrella in case of rain.
Use good walking shoes. No high heels.
The company started in 2019 by Stanley Rutgersson a qualified tourist guide for Stockholm in English and Swedish and member of FSAG (Association of Stockholm’s Authorized Guides). We have received the Scandinavian Business Award two years in a row: City Tour Guide of the Year 2023 and Walking Tour Operator of the Year 2024.
Stanley has a deep interest of Stockholm history, and has specific knowledge about the industrial history from mid 1600 to mid 1900.
The company has been working for the larger DMC companies, mainly by welcoming tourists arriving by Cruise ships, and then bring them on a guided panorama bus tour, including visits to museums and tourist attractions, e.g. Vasa museum, City Hall, Royal Palace.
We offer a number of walk tours where historical events and anecdotes are told, while showing important places, buildings and monuments.
Tailored walk tours and event packages can also be arranged.
We enjoy meeting people and learn about different cultures in different parts of the world. Please get in touch.