Stockholm: Gamla Stan Ghost Walk & Night Legends Tour

Summary

Walk cobbled alleys in gamla stan as stories echo after dark

You’ll follow a local guide through Stockholm’s Old Town after dark, hearing legends and true stories as you wander cobbled lanes by lantern light. Expect eerie tales mixed with humor, sensory details like damp stone underfoot, and glimpses into Stockholm’s stranger history — all with pickup at Gamla Stan and plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t stray too far behind — the spirits get lonely,” our guide Jonas grinned, lantern swinging as we bunched up on a narrow stone lane in Gamla Stan. I’d expected the usual ghost tour drama, but honestly, it felt more like wandering with a friend who just happened to know every secret about Stockholm’s old town (and maybe a few that weren’t in the history books). There was this moment when he paused by a crooked doorway and started whispering about the White Lady — I swear, even the air felt colder for a second. Or maybe that was just my imagination running wild.

You really do notice things differently at night. The smell of wet cobblestones after a drizzle, the way your footsteps echo against faded ochre walls. Someone in our group kept nervously glancing at the shuttered windows above us (I did too, not gonna lie). Jonas pointed out where plague victims were once walled up — he said it so casually I almost missed it. Then he told us how people used to toss their waste into the street right where we were standing. That got a laugh from Li, who tried to repeat one of the Swedish words and absolutely butchered it — Jonas laughed too, which made everyone relax a bit.

The stories blend real history with just enough weirdness that you start seeing shadows differently. We stopped under an old gas lamp while Jonas described executions on Stortorget Square; I could almost hear distant shouts if I let myself drift for a second. It’s strange how being with strangers in the dark can make you feel both jumpy and sort of connected. The whole thing lasted about an hour and a half but felt shorter — probably because I kept waiting for something to jump out (nothing ever did, unless you count my own nerves).

I still think about that alleyway with the uneven stones — how quiet it got when Jonas asked us to listen for “the past breathing.” Maybe it’s silly, but since that night, whenever I walk old streets anywhere else, I wonder what stories are hiding behind closed doors. So yeah, if you’re looking for something different than museums or bars in Stockholm… this ghost walk is worth your evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening walking tour of Old Town

• Meet at tour starting point
• Walk through Stockholm's Old Town
• Hear stories of spirits and legends
• Explore empty streets after dark
• Tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours

Top questions

How long is the Stockholm Ghost Walk tour?

The walking tour lasts about 1.5 hours through Gamla Stan.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Parental discretion is advised for kids under 8 due to some content.

Where does the Stockholm Ghost Walk start?

The tour begins in Gamla Stan (Old Town) at the specified meeting point.

Is hotel pickup included?

No hotel pickup; you meet your local guide directly in Gamla Stan.

Does the tour run if it rains?

Yes, it operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.

Are strollers or prams allowed?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the walk.

What language is the tour in?

The main language is English unless otherwise specified at booking.

Is public transport nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to Gamla Stan meeting point.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided walking tour led by a local storyteller through Stockholm’s Old Town (Gamla Stan), with plenty of ghost stories and historical tales along winding medieval streets. Just meet your group at the starting point—no need for hotel pickup—and enjoy exploring after most tourists have gone home.