Cruise port Stockholm
Info for port Stockholm on 2 Jul 2028
Port information & tips for Stockholm
Stockholm is the shining "Venice of the North" and delights as one of the most fascinating capitals of Scandinavia across a total of 14 islands. The metropolis elegantly combines Nordic style with a rich maritime history and offers an incomparable backdrop thanks to its picturesque location on the archipelago. World-famous highlights such as the medieval old town Gamla Stan, the magnificent Royal Palace, and the legendary Vasa Museum can be reached in a very short time. Most cruise ships dock at the central berth Stadsgården or at the Frihamnen terminal, with the Stadsgården pier being just a short, approximately 20-minute walk along the water from the pulsating city center. In addition, regular shuttle buses and charming water ferries ensure excellent connections to all the city's cultural treasures.
Stockholm welcomes cruise guests with first-class infrastructure and distributes embarkation across the city-center terminals Stadsgården and Frihamnen, as well as the outer port of Nynäshamn, located approximately 60 kilometers to the south. Thanks to efficient transport links, travelers from the DACH region can quickly reach their ship from the airport or train station and enjoy a comfortable start to their Baltic Sea route.
Airplane
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is served by direct flights from Frankfurt, Munich, Vienna, and Zurich and is located about 40 kilometers north of the city. With the Arlanda Express high-speed train, you can reach Stockholm city center in just 18 minutes; additionally, taxis and shuttle buses offer comfortable transfers directly to the Stadsgården and Frihamnen terminals.
Train & Public Transport
Stockholms Centralstation is the central hub for long-distance trains and offers convenient connections to the various port areas. From the station, you can take the subway (Tunnelbana) to Slussen station for the Stadsgården terminal or use bus line 76 for a direct connection to the piers in Frihamnen and Värtahamnen.
Car & Parking
Arrival by private vehicle is via the well-developed European routes E4, E18, and E20, which lead directly into the city area and to the well-signposted port zones. Guarded multi-story parking garages and long-term parking spaces are available at the Stadsgården and Värtahamnen terminals; furthermore, Park & Cruise options allow for secure vehicle storage throughout the entire duration of the trip.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that you will usually receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Plan sufficient time for your journey to the port accordingly and consider that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination - is generally scheduled about one hour before the planned departure.
The same applies during the journey: for shore excursions, you should be back on board no later than one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements and the notices on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.
In port on 02 Jul 2028
