Stockholm Pass vs Go City vs SL pass: honest comparison for 2026
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Is the Stockholm Pass worth buying in 2026?
It depends on your itinerary. The math works in your favour if you visit four or more paid attractions in two days. If you plan Vasa (230 SEK) + ABBA Museum (250 SEK) + Skansen (250 SEK) + Royal Palace (200 SEK) in two days, a 2-day pass at around 1 000 SEK pays for itself. Museum-light visitors are better off buying individually.
Three passes, three different purposes
Stockholm visitors regularly ask which pass is “best”. The honest answer is that they solve different problems. Here is a quick summary before the full breakdown:
- Stockholm Pass / Go City: covers admission to 60+ attractions and museums. Useful if you are doing multiple paid sites in 1–3 days.
- SL pass: covers public transport only — T-bana, buses, trams, commuter trains, in-zone Waxholmsbolaget ferries.
- No pass at all: sometimes the cheapest option if you walk everywhere and only visit a few attractions.
The mistake visitors make is assuming one pass “replaces” another. They do not overlap.
The real math on the Stockholm Pass
The Stockholm Pass pays for itself only if you visit enough qualifying attractions. Let us do the math for a realistic two-day Djurgården-heavy itinerary:
| Attraction | Individual price |
|---|---|
| Vasa Museum | 230 SEK |
| ABBA The Museum | 250 SEK |
| Skansen (summer) | 250 SEK |
| Royal Palace museums | 200 SEK |
| Nobel Prize Museum | 130 SEK |
| SkyView gondola | 200 SEK |
| Total | 1 260 SEK (~120 EUR) |
A 2-day Stockholm Pass in 2026 is approximately 1 000–1 100 SEK depending on where you buy. Including those six attractions, the pass saves you roughly 160–260 SEK versus individual tickets.
Add a boat tour (usually 200–400 SEK if bought separately) that is included in the pass, and the savings increase further.
Where the math does not work:
If your itinerary includes only two museums in two days — say Vasa and Fotografiska — individual tickets total roughly 450 SEK. A 2-day pass costs double that. In this case, buy individually.
Check the Stockholm Pass on Go City — compare 1, 2, 3, and 5-day optionsStockholm Pass prices in 2026
Prices vary by supplier and fluctuate seasonally. As a guide:
| Pass duration | Approximate 2026 price |
|---|---|
| 1 day | 680–750 SEK (~65–72 EUR) |
| 2 days | 1 000–1 100 SEK (~95–105 EUR) |
| 3 days | 1 300–1 400 SEK (~124–133 EUR) |
| 5 days | 1 600–1 750 SEK (~152–167 EUR) |
Always check the Go City website for current prices before booking — they update regularly and early-booking discounts sometimes apply.
What is included in the Stockholm Pass
Major museums (Djurgården)
The pass includes the four biggest Djurgården museums: Vasa Museum (admission 230 SEK alone), ABBA The Museum, Skansen open-air museum, and Nordiska Museet. These four alone total roughly 930 SEK at the door — already approaching the price of a 2-day pass.
Also included: Viking Museum, Aquaria Vattenmuseum, Spritmuseum, and Moderna Museet (permanent collection; special exhibitions may charge extra).
City centre
Royal Palace museums (several collections on one ticket normally cost 200 SEK combined), Nobel Prize Museum, Fotografiska, and the SkyView glass gondola at Ericsson Globe.
Boat tours
At least one canal boat tour and the Djurgården ferry crossing are typically included. Some versions include a hop-on hop-off bus/boat pass. Read the current inclusion list carefully — it changes between seasons.
Day trips
Drottningholm Palace entry (worth 130 SEK individually) and the ferry to Fjäderholmarna are often included. Coverage may vary by pass version.
What is NOT included
- Gröna Lund amusement park (separate entry, ride passes not covered)
- ABBA The Museum timed-entry booking fee (the museum admission itself is covered, but scheduling is essential)
- Restaurant meals and food at any venue
- Arlanda Express or airport transport
- SL public transport (unless you buy a version that explicitly includes an SL transit pass)
SL pass: what it covers and what it costs
The SL network includes Stockholm’s T-bana (metro), city buses, trams 7 and 12, commuter trains (Pendeltåg), and Waxholmsbolaget ferries within the SL zone. Individual fares cost 42 SEK per 75-minute window. Pass prices:
| Pass | Price | Break-even vs singles |
|---|---|---|
| 24-hour | 175 SEK | 5 journeys |
| 72-hour | 350 SEK | ~9 journeys over 3 days |
| 7-day | 455 SEK | ~11 journeys over a week |
If you are visiting central Stockholm and primarily walking between Gamla Stan, Djurgården, and Södermalm — easily walkable in good weather — you may not need even a 24h SL pass. Many visitors find they use transit only 2–3 times per day, making individual contactless taps competitive with a timed pass.
The SL pass’s greatest value is for visitors making multiple daily T-bana trips, using buses extensively, or taking Waxholmsbolaget ferries to in-zone archipelago islands like Vaxholm or Grinda.
For a detailed breakdown of SL tickets and zones, see our SL pass guide.
Can you combine both passes?
Yes, and this is often the optimal strategy for a 2–3 day museum-and-exploration trip. A 2-day Stockholm Pass + a 72h SL pass together cost roughly 1 350–1 450 SEK. If you are visiting six museums and making frequent metro/bus trips, this combination gives you maximum flexibility.
Recommended combination for a 3-day visit:
- Stockholm Pass (2-day) for Djurgården museums, Royal Palace, boat tour, and SkyView
- SL 72h pass for T-bana, buses, and Waxholmsbolaget ferries to Vaxholm on day three
A solo visitor doing this combination versus paying individually for all items would save 300–500 SEK.
The honest verdict
Buy the Stockholm Pass if:
- You are visiting 4+ paid attractions in 1–3 days
- Your itinerary includes Vasa + ABBA + Skansen + Royal Palace (these four alone justify a 2-day pass)
- You want to include a boat tour without extra cost
- You visit in peak summer and want hassle-free entry
Buy only an SL pass if:
- You prefer to visit just one or two museums
- Your priority is exploring neighborhoods on foot and by transit
- You are taking an archipelago day trip by Waxholmsbolaget ferry
Buy nothing / pay as you go if:
- You are visiting Stockholm for 1–2 days and only want one museum
- You are mostly walking and using transit just 1–2 times
- You have a very light-museum itinerary (street art, markets, parks)
Booking tips
Book the Stockholm Pass online. The Go City website and app consistently offer lower prices than counter sales at the airport or tourist information offices. You also receive instant delivery to your phone.
Check what is open. Before purchasing, verify the museums you intend to visit are open on your days. Skansen has limited winter hours; Midsummer (mid-June) often causes closures across the city.
ABBA Museum requires advance booking. Even with the Stockholm Pass covering your admission, the ABBA Museum requires a timed entry reservation, especially in summer. Book your time slot on the ABBA Museum website as soon as you confirm your travel dates — popular slots sell out weeks ahead.
The SkyView gondola has limited capacity. Book online to secure a slot, even if the Stockholm Pass covers the cost.
Frequently asked questions about Stockholm passes
Can I pause the Stockholm Pass?
No. Once activated (first attraction entry), the day count runs continuously. A 2-day pass gives you 48 consecutive hours. Plan your museum days to be back-to-back to maximize it.
Is the Stockholm Pass available for children?
Yes. Child passes (typically ages 4–15) are available at reduced rates, usually 40–50% of the adult price. Children under 4 enter most attractions free regardless of pass.
Which version of the Stockholm Pass includes transit?
Go City Stockholm occasionally bundles an SL transit add-on with their passes. Availability changes seasonally. Check the current options on the Go City website — if transit is included, it is noted explicitly in the pass description.
What is the difference between Go City Explorer and Go City All-Inclusive?
Go City offers two formats in some cities. In Stockholm, the primary product is an all-inclusive timed pass (1, 2, 3, or 5 days). An Explorer card lets you choose a set number of attractions rather than a time limit. Check Go City’s Stockholm page for which formats are currently available.
Frequently asked questions about Stockholm Pass vs Go City vs SL pass
What attractions does the Stockholm Pass include?
The Stockholm Pass (Go City) covers 60+ attractions including Vasa Museum, ABBA The Museum, Skansen, Nordiska Museet, Royal Palace museums, Nobel Prize Museum, SkyView gondola, Viking Museum, Aquaria, Drottningholm Palace, several boat tours, and many more. A full list is on the Go City website and the pass app.Does the Stockholm Pass include public transport?
Some versions of the Stockholm Pass include a complementary SL transit pass; others do not. Check the exact pass options when booking on Go City. If transit is not included, budget separately for SL single tickets or a timed SL pass.Can I buy the Stockholm Pass at the airport or in Stockholm?
Yes. The pass is sold at Stockholm Visitor Center (Kulturhuset, Sergels Torg), at the airport, and via the Go City app or website. Buying online in advance is recommended — passes are usually cheaper online and you avoid queues at physical counters.How many days of Stockholm Pass should I buy?
For most visitors, a 2-day pass is the sweet spot. It covers the major Djurgården museums (Vasa + ABBA + Skansen) plus one or two additional sites. A 3-day pass adds enough value if you also plan Drottningholm, Nordiska Museet, and a boat tour. 1-day passes are only worth it if you are doing an extremely packed single-day itinerary.What is Go City and how is it different from the Stockholm Pass?
Go City is the company that operates and sells the Stockholm Pass. The two names refer to the same product. You may see it marketed as 'Stockholm Pass by Go City' or simply 'Go City Stockholm'. The passes and their coverage are identical.Is the SL pass a substitute for the Stockholm Pass?
No. They serve different purposes. The SL pass covers public transport only (metro, buses, trams, commuter trains, in-zone ferries). The Stockholm Pass covers attraction admission. You may need both, or you may need only one, depending on your plans.
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