Stockholm
Sweden's capital built across 14 islands, known for its beauty, safety, and modern design.
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Risk Map & Attractions
Common Scams
Taxi Overcharging/Fraud
The most infamous scam in Stockholm. Due to deregulation, unscrupulous drivers charge exorbitant fares (5-10x normal rates) at the airport and train stations. Technically legal if displayed on the price sticker.
NEVER take a taxi without pre-booking. Use Taxi Stockholm, Taxi Kurir, Uber, or Bolt. Check the yellow-and-black price sticker before entering. Airport to city should cost 500-700 SEK.
Pickpocketing
Thieves work in teams in crowded areas. One distracts while another steals from bags or pockets.
Keep valuables in zippered inner pockets. Wear bags across your body in front. Be alert when boarding/exiting subway.
Restaurant/Bar Overcharging
Restaurants omit prices for specials and charge inflated amounts. The Bar Friends scam involves friendly locals encouraging you to drink, then presenting an astronomical bill.
Always check menu prices before ordering. Be wary of overly friendly strangers in bars.
Fraudulent Calls/Fake Police
Scammers call claiming to be police, banks, or embassies, stating there's an issue with your account and requesting money transfers or bank details.
Hang up immediately. Swedish police and banks never call asking for bank details or money transfers. Verify by calling official numbers.
Staged Distractions (Spill/Bird Droppings)
A scammer spills liquid or smears substance on you. A helper rushes to clean the mess while pickpocketing your valuables.
Immediately secure your bag and walk away. Don't let anyone touch you or your belongings.
Safe Attractions
Vasa Museum
Home to the 17th-century warship Vasa
Gamla Stan
Stockholm's charming old town
Royal Palace
Official residence of the Swedish monarch