Stockholm Prices

« Stockholm: Day 2
• We didn’t really see any cash – almost everything is cash-free; even in public toilets, you can use cards.
• On the main pedestrian street, there are huge crowds – people are buying everything; I wonder why, as things are pretty much the same priced as back home.
• Alongside tourists, many Asians and bus drivers are here – mostly Indians.
• The minimum cost for a ride on local Uber is 9 USD; for example, you could travel 1 kilometer in about 5 minutes.
• Taxis, which you can catch on the street, will cost about twice as much 🙄
• There are 4 main ways to get from the airport, which is 25 miles from the center, and back: Aerobus (20 minutes, almost 20 USD per person one way), bus (45 minutes, 9 USD), taxi (30 minutes, around 36 USD), and the bus plus electric bike (1 hour and 6 USD).
• One ticket for public transport is 4.20 USD (about 3 USD), valid for 75 minutes, and you can transfer to different types of transport during this time or travel two hours without a transfer in the metro. Additionally, there are various discounts available, making it cheaper to move around.
• At night, there are plenty of unofficial buses – for sure, they take party-goers home.
• The most popular local dishes are meatballs (nothing like the ones back home), fried herring, salmon, and other fish dishes, as well as fish soups.
• Here, it seems like every second person is sneezing.
• Eating at your accommodation is cheaper than at a restaurant – 5 times cheaper!
• The airport is really nice, Pulkovo is better, even though the waiting areas at the exit are quite pleasant.
• There are very few smokers – you see some near bars in the evening, but during the day I didn’t see a single one on the street.
• Lots of people without scarves and hats, just in thin jackets and sneakers (it’s -6 🥶).
• The cars are all really good: I saw two Teslas, and of course, lots of Volvos. »

« 10,000€ is the price per square meter in this city. »

« Stockholm is the birthplace of unique Swedish design, delicious meatballs, the band ABBA, Karlsson, Pippi Longstocking, and the Moomin family. It's a city where the Nobel Prize was established, where the metro is carved directly into the rocks, and a liter of gasoline costs around $1.40! This is a city of northern winds, beautiful people, and remarkably well-thought-out government initiatives. Stockholm is a city you want to return to, even before you've left! Tack! »

« One of the most beautiful stations - And although the metro in Stockholm is quite expensive ($3.60 for a 75-minute ride!), it's worth seeing to be amazed by the Swedish approach to public transport. »

« Such a beautiful city, but also very expensive. The metro costs 36 Czech crowns, which is about $1.60. »

« Finally, we arrived at our tiny apartment in Stockholm. The progress we've made is incredible; you don’t even need to meet anyone to get the keys. Just enter the code on the handle, and that’s it. Museums are generally open from around 10 AM to 4 or 5 PM, and it gets dark early. We've got a ton of plans. First on the list is the modern art museum featuring Warhol, Kokoschka, Dalí, and Picasso. It's a great selection. And if we have energy left, we’ll hit the museum of architecture and design nearby, which is open until 8 PM. The weather isn’t great, but at least it’s not raining, so I’ll take that. Prices and exchange rates for the krona are a bit shocking 😳😳😳 »

« So, let me share about our visit to the museum. The museum is dedicated to the famous 17th-century ship called Vasa (it's shown in the photo and is so massive that it couldn't fit completely in my iPhone's frame). The museum is built around the ship. There are seven floors filled with various interesting displays. Since it’s not the tourist season right now, there were, let’s say, a moderate number of people. The adult entry ticket costs 160 SEK (which is about $14.50). »

« Stockholm's metro is rightly one of the most beautiful in the world. The T-Centralen station is built as if it's set into the rock. By the way, it's not cheap by local standards: a single ride costs 36 SEK, which is approximately $3.30 at the current exchange rate. »

« With each visit, I fall more and more in love with this city. The incredible architecture, stunning views, fascinating history, sky-high prices, and now the amazing weather!!!)) »

« The exchange rate for the Swedish krona is approximately 1 krona - 0.09 USD. Sweden is a very expensive country, ranking among the top ten most expensive countries in the world, and Stockholm is in the top five most expensive cities globally. For instance, a metro ticket costs around 34 USD, and bread is about 19 USD. »

« Swedish coffee €5 😁 »

« In Stockholm, there are countless antique shops. The prices there match the offerings, but I know a flea market where you can find the same items at a much lower price. »

« These two little houses are a symbol of Stockholm, and even the Swedes themselves don't really know why they are so special. But magnets featuring them cost about $6! »

« McDonald's in the center of Stockholm deserves a special mention. It seems to be the most visited place at night. Inside, it's really dirty. The staff just can’t keep up with the crowds. There's a mix of everything: people grabbing food straight from others’ hands, looking for a chance to steal something, street vendors, beggars sleeping right at the entrance, and some bizarre characters in heels and beards... something like Conchita Wurst. There are also some rowdy locals, police occasionally patrolling the area, and a few tourists waiting for the train station to open. The prices were also a surprise: a hamburger, cola, salad, and fries cost about 130 SEK, which is roughly $12. »

« Personally, this was my first time on such a large cruise ship. Initially, I was unsure whether to book a cabin or just spend time on the deck and in shared areas. It turned out that during the 10 hours, it was quite easy to find things to do, as there are so many interesting options. From duty-free shops with a wide range of products to coffee spots, entertainment lounges with hosts, decks, and plenty of cafes and restaurants. As for food prices, you can expect to spend around €16 to €36. In the first case, it's like cafeteria-style food, while the second option features a buffet with a diverse selection. However, in both cases, the establishments are more like canteens; restaurants will be pricier. Cabins come in several types, ranging from €32 to €440 depending on the category. Overall, you won't get bored, and if you're traveling with a group, it’s definitely better to go overnight and make sure to book a cabin. »

« We passed by the museum of the legendary Swedish pop group ABBA. We were pleased with the souvenir prices. »

« Stockholm. We've been pondering and debating why everything here is 3-4 times more expensive than in the rest of Europe. A metro ticket costs around $24, a bottle of water is about $16, an hour of parking is $16-24, and a dish at a restaurant starts at a minimum of $36. It seems like they import water and food from Spain, Poland, etc., just like before, so the initial costs should be similar. Maybe taxes in Sweden are excessively high, but it's reported to be around 30%, and the infrastructure doesn’t differ much from typical Europe. In some parts of Stockholm, it honestly feels a bit dirty. Perhaps it's due to high salaries and expensive labor? It's hard to say, but at first glance, I wouldn’t say everyone here is rich and famous; the people on the streets look quite similar to Italians or Germans. On the bright side, a 4-star hotel room with a sauna, gym, and breakfast costs around $50. We still can't figure out the peculiar pricing in Sweden. The question remains open. »

« Today, I want to share some insights about real estate in Stockholm. Prices range from €5,000 to €15,000 per square meter. So, a 70-square-meter apartment will costs between $112,000 and $336,000. As for rental prices, they start from €500 to €1,500 per month.

Mortgage rates are also quite low, ranging from 1.5% to 2.8%. Sweden boasts 27,143 islands and 98 metro stations, with a population of 10 million people and around 2 million residing in Stockholm alone.

In Sweden, hitting children is not tolerated at all, and there are no grades until 8th grade. The average salary is about €2,100, with taxes at 31%, and unemployment benefits totaling €800. Sweden has not participated in wars for over 200 years, and currently, the Bernadotte dynasty is in power. This is the place where Karlsson used to roam the rooftops, and where the Nobel Prizes are awarded. »

« Once again, the subway in Stockholm 😊
By the way, a ticket for the subway costs about 4 euros for one hour (the ticket is valid not only for the subway but also for other types of transport). »

« We specifically went to the main train station to add to our mug collection. Here, the mug cost about $11. »

« Prices from the display of one of the most affordable shopping centers. One crown is about $0.05. It's just insane. The prices are astronomical. I had to completely forget about even the most minimal shopping plans :))) »

« Gas prices are insane, $1.40 per liter. »

« Stockholm is probably the most expensive city I've ever been to. A piece of fish costs 69 Swedish kronor (about $6.50). A trip on the metro/bus/tram: 39 kronor (around $3.80)! And people complain about the high transport fares back home. 😅 »

« Bike rental in Stockholm. Very affordable - a 3-day pass for just $7. Great quality bikes. »

« The subway fare is expensive, with a single ride costing $2.65. I think monthly passes might be cheaper, but still. »

« The subway fare is expensive, with a single ride costing $2.65. I think monthly passes might be cheaper, but still. »