A Guide to Nightlife on Weekend City Breaks to Stockholm

Stockholm is one of the most exciting places in the world when it comes to nightlife and cultural activities. A trip to Sweden should always be complete with an exploration of the wonderful nightlife the country’s capital has to offer. There is a huge range of entertainment for all ages - from party animals, to jazz cats and theatre bunnies. When considering weekend city breaks [http://citybreak.visitsweden.com/citybreaks] to this lively metropolis, then it’s best to be prepared, so you can make the most of your time there.

Starting the night off by sampling Stockholm’s delicious cuisine is always a good place to begin. There are many restaurants to choose from, which will allow you to eat some of the finest Swedish delicacies on offer. One of the best places to eat out is at Pontus – a collaboration of three eateries in one restaurant. You can try the ‘best oysters in Sweden’, or if you wish to eat something lighter, try the dim sum and sushi. Venture to the other floor for modern European food.

No European city break [http://citybreak.visitsweden.com/citybreaks] is complete without going out at night with your friends or loved one. When the night moves on and you’re ready to explore more of Stockholm’s nightlife scene, there are plenty of bars to experience. One of the most popular at the moment is Spy Bar, which has recently undergone a makeover and is now a favourite haunt amongst celebrities, models and creatives, or try Debaser which is more focused on a rock ‘n’ roll feel. This is the perfect venue for those who are really into their music, with live DJs and bands playing seven days a week. It is advisable to come slightly earlier however, if you don’t want to queue.

Getting to grips with Stockholm’s culture is even easier with a trip to the theatre. There’s a lot to be said for the city’s theatrical productions, with one of the most famous theatres being the ABF-Huset where the Stockholm Players take residence. This is one of Sweden’s oldest English-language theatre companies, so you will also have the advantage of understanding what’s going on! If you fancy something more contemporary, then why not try the Teater Gleason? It offers a lot of contemporary theatre, which is at the forefront of innovative and entertaining plays.

With all
European city breaks [http://citybreak.visitsweden.com/citybreaks], one of the best things about visiting a country is getting to listen to its music. Södermalm is the place to go in Stockholm for nightlife, bars and restaurants. If you’re looking for a place where you can eat, dance and enjoy music all night long, then look no further than the Glen Miller Café, which has a regular crowd who go every week to watch the jazz and blues performers. One tip to avoid missing out would be to pre-book as it’s a small venue and fills up very quickly. No matter what your style, you are certain to enjoy the nightlife whilst on city breaks to Stockholm.