debug_mode' = true

Walking tour of Östermalm: History & Society

Rainbow Tours Stockholm

Welcome to Östermalm, the most exclusive district of Stockholm. In this Walking Tour of Östermalm we will focus on Swedish history and society. 

We will mix the most important historical events, from the Swedish empire to modern history, with social aspects such as the happiness index, religion, the welfare state system, and fun and interesting stories like the Stockholm syndrome, scientific innovations and the murder of Olof Palme. 

Join us on this tour and you will understand how Swedish society works and what makes nordic countries so special! 

There are limited spots, so please, book in advance!
General information:
When? Tuesday & Friday
Starting time:
  • March – October: 14:00
  • November – February 10:30
How to find us: we are waiting in the middle of the roundabout with our Rainbow umbrella.
Tour duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Meeting point: Gustav Adolfs torg, Stockholm.
What we will see:
  • Gustav Adolf and Vasa dynasty
  • Karl XII and Swedish Empire
  • Kunsträdgården and religion in Sweden
  • Karl XIII and Swedish neutrality
  • The Sinagoge and Raoul Wallenberg, WWII legacy
  • Berzelii park and scientific contributions
  • Nybroplan and the Kungliga Dramatern
  • Normalmstorg and Stockholm Syndrome
  • Stureplan and the economic development 
  • Humlegården
  • Olof Palme and modern politics
  • Haymarket 
  • Concert Hall and Nobel Prizes

Tour at 14:00 in English

MonMonday
TueTuesday
WedWednesday
ThuThursday
FriFriday
SatSaturday
SunSunday
Apr 25
Apr 26
Apr 27
Apr 28
Apr 29
Apr 30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Jun 1
Jun 2
Jun 3
Jun 4
Jun 5

Please select the days from calendar.

Booking Information

Tour at 10:30 in English

MonMonday
TueTuesday
WedWednesday
ThuThursday
FriFriday
SatSaturday
SunSunday
Apr 25
Apr 26
Apr 27
Apr 28
Apr 29
Apr 30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Jun 1
Jun 2
Jun 3
Jun 4
Jun 5

Please select the days from calendar.

Booking Information

Click aqui para el Tour en Español

Reviews on Facebook:

¿What is the price?

 

Ours tours in Stockholm are based on tips, this means that you dont have to pay anything when booking the tours, but we expect your help because this is our only income. This means that the tour is “pay what you want”.

In order to maintain the quality in our tours, you need to make a booking. If you cant make it, please cancel the booking so that we don’t wait for you and someone else can book your spot.

Tour pictures and reviews on Tripadvisor:

  • star rating  Hicimos el tour de Gamla Stan y el de curiosidades y ambos nos encantaron! Muy buena info y el humor qué no falte y se te pasa el tiempo volao!

    juli_ng138
    June 2, 2024
  • star rating  :lanigiro añeser ramoT

    rartnocne a siav euq rojem ol se ,aiceuS ed daduic asollivaram atse ed rednerpa sereiuq iS

    Srg_o82
    December 17, 2022
  • star rating  La ruta con Arturo ha sido increible. Muy ameno y hemos aprendido mucho. Recomendable al 100%, una pena solo haber podido ir a una ruta, ya que no sabíamos que... read more

    U2454YNestherm
    November 3, 2022
  • star rating  Muy buen tour, bastante completo: hechos históricos, anécdotas, algo de cultura del lugar, todo con humor y dinámico. Arturo fue un muy buen guía, muy amable y con la disposición... read more

    Zsirna
    November 26, 2022
  • star rating  Tuvimos el placer de compartir la visita guiada por estocolmo con Guillermo. Su guiada nos parecio excelente, ademas de aportar datos y hechos historicos nos brindo un plus de ... read more

    gustygab
    October 21, 2023
  • star rating  Elena ha sido nuestra guia y nos ha encantado!!! Se agradece la familiaridad y cercanía. Nos ha enseñado el casco antiguo con una información y alegría que no se olvida.... read more

    689marionar
    April 28, 2023
  • star rating  Muy interesante tour sobre hechos y misterios de la historia de Suecia. Arturo es muy buen guía , pedagógico, entretenido y con mucha onda. Hace muchos años que vivo en... read more

    D7772PXadrianag
    January 14, 2023
  • star rating  Nuestro guía de hoy ha sido Arturo, que desde el primer momento ha sido super amable, muy dinámico y divertido. Se nota que conoce bien la ciudad y que está... read more

    LidiaGusano
    August 24, 2021
  • star rating  Hoy he realizado el freetour por el casco histórico con Víctor y nos ha gustado mucho, nos ha parecido un tour muy ameno a la vez que preparado. He asistido... read more

    raquelsn25
    July 9, 2025
  • star rating  Hicimos el free tour de Estocolmo y hemos de decir que la guía, Raquel, nos encantó, hizo un tour muy ameno, nos explicó un montón de curiosodades y... read more

    Misabel G
    August 3, 2022

Our other tours in Stockholm

Free Tour Gamla stan – Old Town

Join our Old Town Tour to enjoy the beautiful island of Gamla stan and understand how the city of Stockholm was founded. We combine medieval history with current topics, curiosities, and recommendations for your trip.

Free Tour of the Island of Södermalm & Viewpoints

Explore Stockholm’s Hipster Island, while discovering its culture, from Viking mythology to contemporary topics. Stroll through the city’s top viewpoints for a concise yet immersive journey through Swedish art, literature, music, and so much more.

Free Tour of Mysteries and Legends

On this tour of Stockholm, you can discover the most curious secrets and stories of the city, and delve into the darkest unsolved legends and mysteries. Murders, treasures, ghosts… (only in Spanish)