The building itself is the main attraction to Stadshuset. Designed by Swedish architect Ragnar Ostberg, the Stadshuset building was constructed between 1911 and 1923, taking multiple years. The impressive structure of the Stadshuset Stockholm was built using more than eight million bricks. It is comprised of two large squares, one within the other, that make for an outer yard and indoor hall that serves the purposes of the municipal offices.

Stadshuset is the Swedish name for the City Hall Stockholm, considered to be one of the best destinations in sweden.

Stadshuset Stockholm is located in the heart of the city of Stockholm, on the island of Kungsholmen, and in addition to being a major seat of government, is also a popular attraction for travelers

Stadshuset Stockholm

Stadshuset Stockholm

Stadshuset Stockholm is where travellers will find the Municipal Council for the city of Stockholm.

Stadshuset Stockholm at night

Gamla stan Stockholm still features many cobbled streets, taking travelers down medieval alleyways and historic roads. For many decades, Gamla stan was widely known as a decrepit area and a bit run down. A major refurbishment in the 1980’s, however, has breathed new life into this ancient neighborhood. Many of the medieval buildings have been restored and can be toured in Gamla.

At the center of Gamla stan Stockholm is the large town square, known as the Stortorget. Today the Stortorget is surrounded by old merchant houses and the current Stockholm Stock Exchange Building, and tourists will find this to be a pleasant place to stroll or get a bite to eat in one of the area restaurants. Life in the Stortorget was not always so pleasant, however. Throughout the 16th century, the Stortorget was the scene of one of Sweden’s most notorious blood bath’s, known officially as the Stockholm Bloodbath, which involved the mass killing of the noblemen of Sweden by Danish King Christian II. A long revolt and civil war followed the massacre.

Gamla Stan at night

A view over Riddarholmen and Gamla stan

Stockholm Gamla Stan

Gamla stan (Old Town), until 1980 officially Staden mellan broarna (The Town between the Bridges), is the old town of Stockholm, Sweden. Gamla stan consists primarily of the island Stadsholmen.

Stockholm Gamla Stan street