Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
161 mi4 mi
Take in Tyresta National Park, Kolmården Zoo, & Castle Ruins
Venture through Tyresta National Park and take in the several lakes on a variety of hikes. Or check out the animal farm near the main entrance. After that, begin a drive to Kolmården Zoo, which has animals and a theme park all in one place. So, take on their wooden roller coaster, Wildfire, which will have your adrenaline pumping. Then, end the day with a stop at Johannisborg's castle ruins. This was a fortification that was built in 1614. Once the Russians invaded in 1719, it was burned to the ground. Thus, creating the ruins of today.
09:00
Stockholm
Enjoy the feeling of being transported to an older time while walking the cobblestone streets of Old Town. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden and its subway station is known as the longest art gallery in the world. Every stop has its own artwork, which teleports you to another place or it might leave you feeling perplexed.
15.9 mi
30 min
09:3530 min
The Café in Tyresta Village
Café
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This is a great parking area that has an abundance of hiking near it and it's on the cusp of the national park. This is also the main entrance of the National Park, with the visitor center and some child friendly trails. Plus, an animal farm, which will make any kid giddy with happiness.
1.8 mi
40 min
10:452 hrs
Tyresta National Park and Nature Reserve
Landmark
Open Details
There are several lakes within this National Park. The wind whipped by while we hiked near the parking area. At the entrance, you'll see a building that says Naturum and inside there's someone that has loads of information about the park inside. There are all kinds of tours depending on the season. It can be quite busy since Swedes love the outdoors and this is a great one for the whole family. They have a trail specifically for strollers and there's even a farm where the little kiddos can meet some animals.
Tyresta National Park
Tyresta National Park
1.8 mi
40 min
13:301 hr
The Café in Tyresta Village
Café
Open Details
After venturing in the forests, it's time to re-energize with some food. Take a nice relaxing time here and try some Swedish goodies! There's even a treat with their food, it's ecological and harvested in the area. So dine in on a wrap, warm soup or other delicious food they offer.
Open Hours:
Monday- Friday- 09-16
Saturday- Sunday- 08-17
Phone: +46730778636
E-mail: cafeetityrestaby@gmail.com
Tyresta Village Cafe (Only in Swedish)
Don't forget to pick up your car!
Don't forget to pick up your car!
99.5 mi
2 hrs 15 min
16:452 hrs
Kolmården Zoo
Zoo
Open Details
All that can be heard as we approached was the shrill yells of terror combined with happiness. This zoo is also a theme park with a variety of rides and a mass of area for the 600 animals. So, be sure to check on their website before planning on arriving. There's food offered inside among many souvenirs.
Open hours:
Monday- Sunday: 10:00am-6:00pm (Check their website, the open hours fluctuate)
Phone: +46107087000
Kolmården Zoo
17.1 mi
40 min
19:3030 min
Johannisborgs castle ruins
Landmark
Open Details
This place gives you a little taste of the past as you venture around the property and learn more about the history of these ruins. It was a fortification built in 1614, which didn't last once the Russians invaded in 1719.
28.6 mi
40 min
20:4510 hrsHotels
Best Western and Hotel Linkoping
7.8
Now it's time to get some much needed shut eye. Relax in this family friendly hotel and even order a snack before getting some sleep.
There's a parking garage underneath the hotel and it's best to pay that beforehand. In the morning, there's free breakfast with options for kids as well!
Phone: +46133272700 Best Western & Hotel, Linköping
Phone: +46133272700 Best Western & Hotel, Linköping