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Enjoy a variety of attractions with the GuideU app – perfect for the history buff who wants to explore the Old Town’s historical sites and events. Listen to the video below for more info.
All stops are described during the tour in both text and speech,
5 languages to choose from: Swedish, English, German, French and Danish.
With our tours, you will have an unforgettable experience in the Old Town, immerse yourself in historical sites and exciting stories with the GuideU app. Self-guided tours give you the freedom to explore exactly when and how it suits you best, at your own pace. If you don't have time to do everything in one day, the tour remains in your digital guide so you can return later during your trip. Connect multiple Airpods with Bluetooth so more people can hear.
Discover the historical sites with a cost-effective guide from EUR 4.99- EUR 8.99,
The Blue Tour, which includes all stops including the Quiz, can be purchased for EUR 8.99.
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Visit Stockholm's iconic Royal Palace, a fascinating treasure trove of historical artifacts.
Choose from
X Tour 12 Best, Red or Blue tour.
The alleys of the Old Town are like a living history book, filled with narrow, winding cobblestone streets where every corner carries centuries of stories. Here you can experience medieval architecture, hidden courtyards and charming little shops. The narrow passages, such as Mårten Trotzig's alley - the narrowest of them all - give the district a unique character and a feeling of walking through history. With an atmosphere that breathes both mystery and tradition, it is easy to see why the Old Town is one of Stockholm's most beloved places.
Choose from the X Tour 12 Best, Green or Blue tour.
Stortorget was long Stockholm's center of commerce, but is also known for the Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520 when the Union King Christian II executed 82 people, including bishops and nobles, which led to the Swedish uprising and Gustav Vasa's siege of Stockholm.
Choose from X Tour 12 Best, the Green or Blue Tour.
Riddarholmen is a small island in central Stockholm, known for its historical significance and impressive architecture. Here you will find Riddarholm Church, one of the city's oldest buildings and a royal burial ground. The island is surrounded by beautiful palaces from the Great Power era and offers a fantastic view of Lake Mälaren. Despite its central location, Riddarholmen has a calm and peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a walk through Sweden's history. Choose between the Red or Blue tour.
Our mission is to bring history to life! With GuideU, you can explore the rich cultural heritage and hidden treasures of Gamla Stan at your own pace. Through our innovative self-guided tours, we combine GPS navigation, captivating historical stories and interactive video quizzes for an engaging and educational experience. Perfect for both Swedish and international visitors who want to discover history in a whole new way! Let history come to life – a walk in Gamla Stan becomes an adventure with GuideU!
With GuideU.nu you can explore the cultural and historical treasures of Gamla Stan with 4 different options. Do it when you want, how you want, at your own pace. Our self-guided tours provide you with engaging historical stories and interactive video quizzes – all for an unforgettable and affordable adventure.
Explore the places you are interested in before you buy any tour, it's easy, using the tour info button below, there you get access to the app's info page with all the necessary information on how to use the app as well as settings for the 5 languages available for the different tours.
The geofence function automatically allows you to hear the audio playback when you approach the stop. Geofence does not work at all stops, in narrow alleys it can be difficult to get in touch with the satellite and some stops are too close to each other for this function. We recommend that in addition to geofence, you use the map when you take the tour, it is the symbol with the folded paper centered at the bottom of the screen.Blue tour.
Map example with stops for the Blue tour. The circles around some stops are geofence areas.
The ability to purchase codes to open the app will be available soon. However, you can download it and purchase rides in the app as you would normally purchase apps.
Tours are paid in your home country's currency even if pricing is in EUR
Choose and purchase your code for GuideU's popular Old Town tours that suit you best. Access the tourist attraction with one click. Discover amazing places without the hassle.
€4.99
GuideU X tour 12 Best
Our shortest tour with the most important stops and goes through the usual tourist routes.
1.5 km 13 stops.
€5.99
GuideU Red tour
The red tour goes through the newer parts of Riddarholmen but also around the Riksdag building and the Royal Palace. You get access to the best sights.
1.8 km 19 stops.
€6.99
GuideU Green tour
The green tour takes you through everything in the old part of the Old Town, if you want to know a lot about the history of the Old Town, you should choose this one.
1.6 km 34 stops.
€8.99
GuideU Blue tour
With Quize. NOTE! This tour includes all stops in the Old Town. The tour you get the most for your money.
Perfect for a day filled with Historical sites and exciting stories for the whole family. Exciting Quiz competition brings both laughter and joy together.
3.6 km 51 stops, Quiz 24 questions.
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Adjust settings: Select your preferred language and customize the APP settings for a smoother experience.
Plan ahead: Log in with the QR code on our website and "Plan your visit" to map out the attractions you are most interested in seeing. This saves time and helps you cover more ground.
Stay charged: Make sure your device is fully charged before heading out. The app relies on GPS and interactive features, which can drain battery power.
Use GPS wisely: Let the GPS guide you seamlessly to the various stops, but also take a moment to explore nearby hidden gems that aren't on the map. The blue dot on the map shows where you are.
Interact fully: Engage in the historical stories and take the quiz to make your experience even more memorable and educational. (quiz only on the Blue Tour)
Take your time: Enjoy the tours at your own pace - there's no rush to complete them all at once or in one day, the app stays on your phone.
Family-friendly fun, by connecting phones via Bluetooth: Involve family or friends and make it a group adventure filled with discussions about history and fun facts.