Entering the door to Söders Hjärta ("The heart of the south") is like a comforting hug when met by a warm interior and timeless atmosphere. This genuine local pub has been pulsating on Södermalm for over 40 years.

The Swedish word for a coffee and a pastry or cinnamon bun with it is called "fika". And we fika all the time.

SOFO offers a lot to its visitors. You'll find both designer clothes, second-hand, cool bars, intimate restaurants but also crazy shops, tiny shops and the odd wine bar.

The ambiance is cozy, yet modern, and the open kitchen provides a captivating view of skilled pizzaiolos crafting each pie with passion and precision.

It takes about 30 minutes for the train to "leave" the suburbs. You'll pass by stables and farmers. Look out for the typical Swedish countryside houses!

StikkiNikki is my no.1 ice cream place in Stockholm. They're all homemade at the same small-scale local production facility — and have no additives!

Centralbadet Stockholm is an art nouveau spa that was finished in 1904. It's also a restaurant & a popular spot for shooting films set in the 20th cen.

Reimersholme is one of the smallest islands that make up the city center of Stockholm. It's so serene, green and romantic, I forget I'm in the capital...

Augustendals 4H Farm in Stockholm is great for kids! Their 4Hs stand for head, heart, hand & health. Come here for horses, goats, cats, rabbits & hens.

The City Hall in Stockholm has an impressive history and is very nice to wind down after some major sightseeing. It's beautiful, central yet quiet!

Karlbergs Castle in Stockholm is not open to visitors, but the beautiful and interesting park around is open daily and entry is free of charge!

Gröna Lund is an amusement park in Stockholm with an excellent location. I recommend their attractions Eclipse, Katapulten or Kättingflygaren...