The most beautiful cities in Sweden

Sweden is a country of rare beauty, even amid its starkest northern landscapes. Its cities and towns testify to 1000 years of urban life, but there are precious places offering glimpses into even older traditions of human settlement.

Shopping

Sweden has no legal restrictions on shop opening hours. Most large stores are open until 21.00 and closed on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, May 1, National Day and the midsummer Saturday.

Among popular souvenirs are the Dalarna painted wooden horses dalahästar, and in-demand items include Småland crystal.