The best places for fall foliage in Stockholm
Autumn, or fall is probably one of the most beautiful seasons in Stockholm. The air is crisp, the leaves are bright, and it all works together as gorgeous accessories next to all the historic buildings. It is also the prequel to the long and dark winter, so you better try to make the most of it. Below, you’ll find my best tips to discover some seriously stunning locations for fall foliage in Stockholm.
Bergianska Trädgården
Bergianska Trädgården is a large botanical garden just fifteen minutes north of Stockholm. To get here, take the red metro line to the Universitetet station and walk for another five to ten minutes.
The garden is huge. We spent about four hours there and that was enough time to see about half of it. It’s divided into various sections with individual themes. During fall, there’s a pumpkin exhibition, as well as an Apple Orchard in the gardens, which makes this a perfect autumn activity for all ages.
Djurgården
Beloved by tourists and locals alike, Djurgården offers cultural attractions, beautiful nature and lovely views of Stockholm. It is a tranquil oasis within walking distance from the central parts of the city. Here you’ll find many beautiful parks to enjoy the sweater weather. Djurgården is, however a vast area, and it will take hours to walk through. Keep it to a small stroll or be prepared to use a slightly faster mode of transportation if you intend to cover larger distances.
There are many restaurants and museums in the vicinity, and I can highly recommend exploring the food and cultural scene. If you’re into amusement parks and attractions, Gröna Lund is open and ready to scare you for Halloween.
Hagaparken and its surrounding areas
Djurgården isn’t the only park with cultural heritage. There is Hagaparken as well, located in the northwestern corner in the city and home to the Swedish Royal Family. The location is slightly more remote than Djurgården, but you can definitely walk from the city.
There are a few cafes and restaurants in the area, as well as Fjärilshuset, a kid-friendly exhibition with live butterflies in a large greenhouse. Nearby, you also have Bellevueparken, which also boasts stunning shades during this time of the year.
Hagaparken 
Hagaparken
The Urban Areas
You don’t need to go to a park to find beautiful fall foliage. It is everywhere, and it’s gorgeous in the city as well. Below are a few shots I’ve taken recently.
Humlegården
As it is located right in the city and probably the most accessible of them all, Humlegården has become one of my personal autumn traditions. The park is quite small, but always filled with people enjoying themselves and spending quality time with their furry friends. If you’re a dog lover like me, you will love hanging out here.
Vanadislunden
More famous as a New Year’s Eve lookout than anything else, this is probably the least well-known location in this post. What separates this park from the other places is the beautiful views. The park is centrally located, but it’s on a hilltop. It may be slightly challenging to get here, but it is beautiful and well worth the effort.
Do you know any other places in or around Stockholm that are autumn must-visits? If so, please let me know in the comments!
