Lilla Värtan, Stockholm

Name: Lilla Värtan
Address: Stockholm, Sweden

#455 among attractions in Stockholm

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Lilla Värtan or simply Värtan is a strait in Stockholm, Sweden. Separating mainland Stockholm from the island and municipality Lidingö, it stretches from Blockhusudden in the south to Stora Värtan in the north, and is joined by the Stocksundet mid-way. Two bridges, collectively called Lidingöbron stretch over the strait. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 20 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 59°20'30"N, 18°7'44"E

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Östermalm (Gärdet)Stockholm Sweden

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Day trips

Lilla Värtan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Skansen, Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Millesgården, Baltic Sea Science Center.

1.3 miSW
Open-air museum with farmsteads and a zoo
Skansen, Stockholm
35 min walk • Skansen stands as a remarkable open-air museum and zoo in Stockholm, Sweden, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the country's past. Founded in 1891 by Artur Hazelius, this cultural treasure sprawls across the island of Djurgården and is lauded as the world's...
0.7 miSW
Museum and library of science and technology
Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Stockholm
19 min walk • The Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, located in the vibrant city of Stockholm, is a haven for curious minds of all ages. This museum is dedicated to showcasing Sweden's rapid technological advancements and promoting a broader understanding of science...
1.2 miN
Outdoor sculpture park and museum
Millesgården, Stockholm
32 min walk • Millesgården is an artistic haven nestled in the picturesque island of Lidingö, just a short journey from the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. This serene open-air museum and sculpture garden was once the residence and studio of the renowned Swedish sculptor Carl Milles...
1.5 miSW
Museum
Baltic Sea Science Center
38 min walk • The Baltic Sea Science Center is a beacon of knowledge nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. This museum is dedicated to providing an immersive educational experience focused on the unique marine environment of the Baltic Sea.
1.4 miSW
Bridge
Djurgårdsbron, Stockholm
37 min walk • Djurgårdsbron is a bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden. Designed by Carl Fraenell and built for the Stockholm World's Fair 1897, the present bridge forms a southern extension to the boulevard Narvavägen, thus connecting mainland Östermalm to the island Djurgården.
0.7 miSW
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Museum of Ethnography, Stockholm
18 min walk • The Museum of Ethnography, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a Swedish science museum. It houses a collection of about 220,000 items relating to the ethnography, or cultural anthropology, of peoples from around the world, including from China, Korea, South and Southeast Asia, the Pacific region, the Americas and Africa.
1.1 miSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Peter and St Sigfrid's Church, Stockholm
29 min walk • St Peter and St Sigfrid's Church, often referred to locally as the English Church, is an Anglican church in Stockholm, Sweden.
0.8 miSW
Museum of Sweden's maritime heritage
Maritime Museum, Stockholm
21 min walk • The Maritime Museum in Stockholm, Sweden is a museum for naval history, merchant shipping and shipbuilding. Located in the Gärdet section of the inner-city district Östermalm, the museum offers a panoramic view of the bay Djurgårdsbrunnsviken.
1 miSW
19th-century palace with guided tours
Rosendal Palace, Stockholm
26 min walk • Rosendal Palace is a Swedish palace pavilion located on Djurgården, an island in central Stockholm. It was built between 1823 and 1827 for King Karl XIV Johan, the first Bernadotte King of Sweden.
1.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Isbladskärret, Stockholm
31 min walk • Isbladskärret is a small lake on Djurgården, an island in central Stockholm, Sweden. The lake is much appreciated among bird-watchers, and, being part of the Royal National City Park, also carefully monitored by several organizations, including the World Wide Fund for Nature.
0.5 miS
TV tower with a viewing deck and dining
Kaknästornet, Stockholm
12 min walk • The Kaknäs tower is a telecommunications tower located at Ladugårdsgärdet in Stockholm, Sweden. The tower is a major hub of Swedish television, radio and satellite broadcasts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lilla Värtan?

Nearby attractions include Gärdet, Stockholm (7 min walk), Kaknäs IP (12 min walk), Kaknästornet, Stockholm (12 min walk), Karlbergskanalen, Stockholm (18 min walk).

How to get to Lilla Värtan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lilla Värtan:

Ferry

Frihamnen • Lines: 80 (8 min walk)
Värtahamnen, Stockholm • Lines: Silja Line, Tallink (22 min walk)

Bus

Frihamnens färjeterminal • Lines: 76 (9 min walk)
Frihamnen • Lines: 1, 76, 91 (10 min walk)

Tram

Larsberg • Lines: 21 (22 min walk)
Bodal • Lines: 21 (23 min walk)

Metro

Gärdet • Lines: 13 (28 min walk)
Ropsten • Lines: 13 (37 min walk)