ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Konserthuset Stockholm, Hotorget 8, Stockholm 103 87 SwedenWe start the tour outside Konserthuset, Stockholm Consert Hall, you will get a short introduction to Sweden and StockholmDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Kungstornen, Kungsgatan 33, Stockholm 111 56 SwedenKungstornen (King's Towers) are twin tower skyscrapers, were built between 1919 and 1925. They are considered the first modern skyscrapers in Europe :) Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Sergels Torg, Stockholm 111 57 SwedenA total renewal of Stockholm city was planned for several decades and decided by the Stockholm town council in 1945, and realised during the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. As a result of the project, over 750 buildings were demolished to make way for new infrastructure and redevelopment.The renewal of Stockholm city was the largest Swedish urban development project to date and has been both criticised and admired throughout Sweden and internationally. It is regarded as one of the larger of all city renewals in Europe in the aftermath of World War II, even including the cities that were severely damaged during the war.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Kulturhuset, Sergels torg, Stockholm 103 27 SwedenHouse of Culture (Swedish: Kulturhuset) is a cultural centre situated to the south of Sergels torg in central Stockholm, Sweden. Kulturhuset is today a symbol for Stockholm and the growth of modernism in Sweden.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Brunkebergstorg, 111 51 Stockholm, SwedenBrunkebergstorg is a square in the Norrmalm district of Stockholm's inner city. During the city redevelopment of Stockholm city in the 1960s, almost all of the older buildings around the square were demolished. Today, the square is dominated by financial institutions such as the Riksbank, but during the late 2010's also hotels and restaurants has been established here. One very interesting project is "Urban Escape" which has an interesting background:The Real Estate company AMF decided to interview 500 young people, both students and those who were already out in work, about which workplace they would like in the future if they had the choice to choose. The answer in brief: an experience.They didn't talk so much about houses, but about feelings and experiences. That was the basic idea when Urban Escape was built. Now e.g. Spotify, has their office here.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Gustav II Adolfs Statue, Gustav Adolfs torg, Stockholm SwedenThe grandson of Gustav Vasa, Gustav II Adolf, was the "greatest" of our warrior kings. During his time as king the Baltic sea became almost an inland sea, surrounded by Swedish possessions. It was when Gustav II Adolf was king of Sweden the Vasa ship was built! Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Parliament Building (Riksdagshuset), Sveriges riksdag, Stockholm 100 12 SwedenThe predecessor of the parliament (riksdagen) was the “Riksdag of the Estates” (Ståndsriksdagen) where Nobility, Clergy, Burghers, Peasants met separately for discussions before meeting the King in the palace. Until its dissolution in 1866, this institution was the highest authority in Sweden next to the King. In 1866 a parliament with two chambers was introduced, but still without equal voting rights for all citizens. The first elections with general suffrage was held in 1921. This was after a long political struggle led by liberals and socialists.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Royal Palace, Slottsbacken 1, Old Town, Stockholm 111 30 SwedenNext stop at "Lejonbacken" on the north side of the Royal Palace. . Peter the Great of Russia put an end to the Swedish dreams of being a great power in Northern Europe. Karl XII, the last of our warrior kings is still pointing to the east (i.e. the statue is pointing), where he and his army, the Caroleans, first had some great victories, but in the end were defeated by Peter the Great in Poltava 1709. The age of enlightenment, with growing interest in arts and science, influenced Sweden. Gustav III, an en

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Near public transportation,Stroller accessible,Not wheelchair accessible,Most travelers can participate,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers,Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms,Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons,COVID-19 vaccination required for guides,All our guides are vaccinated against Covid-19. This is an outdoor tour.

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