Hop aboard M/S Hamnskär — a relaxed, family-friendly sightseeing cruise from central Stockholm out onto beautiful Lake Mälaren
Looking for the loveliest Stockholm boat tour? Hop aboard M/S Hamnskär and let us show you the city the way it was meant to be seen — from the water. Our Mälaren sightseeing cruise glides past the Old Town, the Royal Palace and the iconic City Hall before opening up into the calm, blue expanse of Lake Mälaren.
It's a relaxed, family-friendly experience — perfect for families with kids, couples, retirees and groups of friends visiting Stockholm. You'll have a heated indoor salon if the weather turns cool, an open deck for the postcard photos and a full bar on board with drinks and snacks. Captain Michael guides the route in English so you'll learn the stories behind every bridge, palace and island we pass.
Tours depart daily from Riddarholmen — a short walk from Gamla Stan, T-Centralen and Slussen. Our 2026 Mälaren sightseeing season starts 7 May and runs through October. Book your seats online or get in touch for a private family or group tour.
Whether you want a quick scenic cruise, a deeper guided tour or your very own private boat — we've got something for you.
Our classic 2-hour guided boat tour through central Stockholm and out onto Lake Mälaren. Perfect for first-time visitors who want to see all the highlights from the water.
Have the whole boat to yourselves. A private guided tour just for your family or group of friends — pick your departure time and let us tailor the route around what you'd love to see.
Travelling with a larger group, a tour company, a school class or a corporate visit? Charter the whole boat for a sightseeing experience tailored exactly to your itinerary.
From the Old Town to the open waters of Mälaren — here's a glimpse of what awaits you on board.
Your tour begins right in the heart of Stockholm at our home dock by Riddarholmen — just a short walk from Gamla Stan, T-Centralen and Slussen.
Glide past the colourful façades of the Old Town and the magnificent Royal Palace — the perfect angle for that postcard photo.
Stockholm's red-brick City Hall — home of the Nobel Prize banquet — looks its best from the water. We'll get up close so you can really take it in.
From the city we open out into Riddarfjärden and the calm, beautiful waters of Lake Mälaren — Sweden's third largest lake and Stockholm's freshwater heart.
Captain Michael shares the stories behind every bridge, island and palace we pass — from medieval Stockholm through the Vasa years to today. By the end you'll feel right at home in our city.
Small enough to feel personal, big enough to feel comfortable. Here's what makes a tour with M/S Hamnskär a little bit special.
Heated indoor salon if it's chilly, open deck for the views, accessible toilet and room for strollers. Kids and grandparents are equally welcome.
We depart from Riddarholmen — right in the middle of Stockholm. Easy to find on foot from Gamla Stan, T-Centralen, Slussen and most central hotels.
Captain Michael guides every tour personally in English — the stories behind the buildings, the bridges and the city, told the way a local would tell them.
Coffee, soft drinks, beer, wine and bubbles available on board. Sit back, sip something nice and enjoy the view rolling past.
A perfect 5.0 score from 14 reviews on Google — guests from all over the world keep coming back for the calm, the views and the welcome.
Plans changed? Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund when you book through GetYourGuide. Easy and stress-free.
"Love this place and the sunset view is so perfect."
"A unique place for photos. The heart of Stockholm. Water, silence, peace, cleanliness and wonderful views."
"A wonderful place to relax for a moment in the middle of a busy day. Well done Stockholm!"
Three simple steps from "let's do it" to drinks in hand on board.
Book the public sightseeing cruise online via GetYourGuide — or send us a quick message for a private family or group tour.
Arrive 15 minutes before departure at our home dock by Riddarholmen. We'll welcome you on board with a smile.
Find your favourite spot on the deck or in the salon, grab a drink from the bar and let Stockholm roll past.
The questions guests ask us most often before their Stockholm boat tour.
All our sightseeing tours depart from Riddarholmen — right in the heart of central Stockholm. It's a short walk from Gamla Stan, T-Centralen and Slussen, and easy to reach on foot from most central hotels.
Our standard guided sightseeing tour is around 2 hours. Private group tours can be tailored — anywhere from a 2-hour highlights cruise to a relaxed 6-hour outing on the lake.
Yes — completely. M/S Hamnskär has a heated indoor salon, an open upper deck for the views, an accessible toilet on board and plenty of room for strollers. Kids are very welcome and we keep things calm and relaxed.
Yes, all our public sightseeing tours are guided in English by Captain Michael. For private group tours we can also arrange Swedish guiding on request — just let us know when you book.
Public sightseeing seats are bookable per person via GetYourGuide — current prices are shown there. Private family or group tours start from 9,800 SEK for the whole boat (up to 48 guests). Get in touch for a tailored quote.
Our 2026 Mälaren sightseeing season starts on 7 May and runs through October. Private charters can be arranged across the full season — get in touch with your preferred date.
Stockholm rain is rarely a problem — the boat has a fully heated and covered indoor salon with great views through the windows. In the very rare case of dangerous weather we'll reschedule or refund. No risk to you.
Yes. When you book through GetYourGuide you get free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. For private group bookings, cancellation terms are agreed when we send you the quote.
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Book the public sightseeing cruise online, or send us a quick message and Captain Michael will personally help plan your private family or group tour.