Joel Rapi

Stockholm

Spotter since 2016

About me

About me
I grew up in Stockholm and I have distinct early memories of my father taking me on walks around the city explaining the different neighborhoods and history to me. Especially the Old Town made a strong impression, contrasting the northern suburbs where I grew up.

Although traveling has always been important to me, even a necessity and at times an obsession, my home remains in Stockholm. Since a few years I also freelance as a qualified Stockholm tour guide allowing me to combine my passionate relationship with this city, its history and to share these experiences with others.

Why Stockholm?
Like any city, Stockholm has evolved over time. She may not be as dynamic and fast paced as New York, as chic or refined as Paris. Still, she’s elegant, can be painfully beautiful and given time and some patience, will allow you to get to know her intimately. And who can deny her that cleanliness and fresh air adds to her allure, certainly a comfortable partner with whom to settle down with.

Yes, I’m in love with this city but like all long term relationships, there are ups and downs. Mood swings and disappointments. But hey, I’ll be glad to guide you to some great spots around Stockholm, some wonderful places that I’m sure you will find interesting.

My spots (18)

Strömmingsvagnen

Tasty herring from a cart

"Strömmingsvagnen" in Stockholm is my favorite spot to enjoy fried herring, this traditional Swedish fare. A classic experience, and affordable!

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Snacks

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Prästgatan

Historical Stockholm walk

"Prästgatan" is a street in Stockholm that I regularly go to as I work here, and which just so happens to be the historical core of the city, a tranquil...

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Amida Kolgrill

Charcoal grilled to perfection

"Amida Kolgrill" Stockholm is a Mediterranean-style grill restaurant. My favorite dish here: a spicy minced lamb kebab from the south of Turkey...

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Restaurants

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Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Hagalund

A suburban cultural heritage

"Hagalund" Stockholm is a small suburb that sprang up as a result of a severe housing shortage. It became a popular area amongst craftsmen to build...

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Art & culture

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Observatorielunden

Observatory hill

"Observatorielunden" is one of my favorite parks in Stockholm. Set on a hill overlooking the monumental Stadsbiblioteket, the city library...

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Relaxing

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Waldemarsudde

A garden fit for a prince

"Waldemarsudde" Stockholm is the former home of painter Prince Eugene, now a miseum. I love Prince Eugenee's great taste and the beautiful sculptures.

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Urinal

Where to take a leak in the Old Town?

"Urinal"s are something we don't talk about very often. Here's one of my recommendation for where to take a leak in Stockholm's Old Town...

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Relaxing

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

Hammarbytoppen

From landfill to ski hill

"Hammarbytoppen" in Stockholm is our very own ski hill! Don't cancel your holiday to the Alps for it, but if you're in the area, why not drop by?

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Relaxing

By

Joel

Rapi

Feb 3, 2025

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