The Stockholm Archipelago is the capital city of Sweden and is made up of fourteen islands (and about 50 bridges). It is the largest archipelago in the country and has gained the moniker “the Venice of the North”.  It is in the southwestern region of Sweden, situated where Lake Mälaren meets up with the Baltic Sea.

Established in the 10C, Sweden's oldest town and first capital is a wonderfully picturesque spot retaining much of its historic charm.

Falun is a city in Dalarna County, Sweden. The Faluån river, flowing through the city, separates it into two parts. The nearby Lake Runn is a popular attraction - visited both during the winter, for ice skating, and summer for its wide variety of watersports. The year 2001, the city, it's copper mine and mining areas of Falun were added to the list of world heritage sites by the United Nations.

The oldest city in the historic Norrland region, Gavle is home to several fascinating ancient sites and great museums.

Dating to the 7C, this quaint little town is steeped in history and has a range of great outdoor activities on offer.

The attractive lakeside town of Rattvik is a treasure of regional traditions and cultural heritage.

Örebro is a city, the seat of Örebro Municipality and the capital of Örebro County in Sweden. It is the sixth biggest city in Sweden and one of the largest inland hubs of the country. Örebro's old town, Wadköping, is located on the banks of the Svartån (black stream). It contains many 18th and 19th century wooden houses, along with museums and exhibitions. The water tower of Örebro, named Svampen (The Mushroom), is a popular destination as an outlook tower. The natural center of the city is the magnificent Örebro Castle, situated on an islet in the Svartån, and dividing the town into a northern and a southern part.

Situated on the banks of the picturesque eponymous river, this city is known for its wealth of cultural and historic attractions.

Vadstena is a locality in Östergötland County, Sweden. Despite its small population, Vadstena is, for historical reasons, still referred to as a city. The buildings in the city centre date mainly from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. The old town is well preserved and the streets have not changed much over the centuries. The Town Hall is Sweden's oldest, dating back to the early 15th century. Notable is the main street (Storgatan) where all the shops are gathered, as they would have been during the Middle Ages. Vadstena also preserves elements of more recent history in the museum of the Vadstena-Fågelsta narrow gauge railway (Wadstena Fogelsta Järnväg).

Situated in the south of Sweden, the city of Linkoping mixes its wealth of medieval history and sights with a modern atmosphere.

Resting along the Motala Strom River, this lovely city features museums, gardens, and several interesting attractions nearby.

Located on the banks of Lake Vattern, this scenic Swedish city boasts lovely views, rich culture, and fascinating history.

Skovde a locality and urban centre in Skovde Municipality and Vastra Gotaland County in central-Southern Sweden. Skovde is a shopping town with a large selection. The city centre is Skaraborg’s largest shopping centre with over 40 shops and restaurants and in total Skovde has three trading areas: The Centre, Norrmalm and Stallsiken. The city also has several museums including Skovde’s City Museum, The Volvo Museum, Garnisonsmuseet ”Garrison Museum” and Helensgarden.

Located on the banks of Lake Vattern, this scenic Swedish city boasts lovely views, rich culture, and fascinating history.

Situated in the south of Sweden, the city of Linkoping mixes its wealth of medieval history and sights with a modern atmosphere.

The lakeside city of Karlstad has lively nightlife, interesting sights, and serves as the gateway to the natural wonders of Varmland.

Visitors to the scenic city of Trollhattan enjoy walks along the river, local museum, and the array of restaurants.

Växjö is a city in Kronoberg County, Sweden. It is the administrative, cultural and industrial centre of Kronoberg County. Immediately north of Växjö is Kronoberg Castle, a ruined fortress constructed in the 15th century. further north is lake Helgasjön. The city also holds another castle, Teleborg Castle, which now functions as a hotel and conference facility.

The old cobbled streets, pleasing architecture, and the medieval history of this coastal city make it a popular destination.

Located on the banks of Lake Vattern, this scenic Swedish city boasts lovely views, rich culture, and fascinating history.

With a wealth of Baroque architecture, this seaside city is a charming getaway with a long maritime legacy and a pleasant climate.

Helsingborg is a town in Skåne County, Sweden. Historic Helsingborg, with its many old buildings, is a scenic coastal city. The buildings are a blend of old-style stone-built churches and a 600 year old medieval fortress in the city centre with more modern commercial buildings. Kullagatan, the main pedestrian shopping street in the city, was the first pedestrian shopping street in Sweden.

Ystad is a town in Skåne County, Sweden, which dates back to the 11th century. The city is included in the European Route of Brick Gothic and is one of the best preserved medieval towns in the province. One of Sweden's most well-preserved medieval monasteries, the greyfriars abbey, lies in Ystad. The town also has an additional large medieval church, the Church of the Virgin Mary.

Sweden's third-largest city is cosmopolitan, contemporary, and cool, blending its medieval past with a lively, modern vibe.

Odense is the third largest city in Denmark and the main city of the island of Funen. Odense is known as the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen and throughout the city there are numerous statues representing characters from his stories and a museum is located in the house is it thought he was born in. Other landmarks in town include Nonnebakken - the site of a Viking ring castle, Saint Canute's Cathedral, St Alban's Church, Odense Palace and the Odense Zoo. A wide variety of shops can be found in the city centre, especially on Kongensgade and Vestergade and adjacent pedestrian streets Nightlife in the city culminates in Brandts Passage, which contains numerous restaurants, bars and cafes.

Considered to be one of the better-preserved medieval towns in the country, Ribe is also home to rich authentic Danish culture.

Founded in the 13C, this ancient town is a bustling tourist destination, famous for its collection of houses that date back to the 14C.

Denmark's historic capital retains much of its Viking history, in its ancient buildings and fascinating cultural museums.

Just outside of Copenhagen lies this busy fishing port, which is one of the oldest medieval cities in the country.

Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark. It is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula and is the cultural and economic core of the region. The city hosts many festivals, concerts and other events - NorthSide Festival, Aarhus International Jazz Festival and Danmarks grimmeste festival are some of the notable ones. The ARoS Art Museum, the Old Town Museum and Tivoli Friheden are among Denmark's top tourist attractions. Some additional landmarks include Aarhus Katedralskole, Aarhus Cathedral, Marselisborg Palace and the Tivoli Friheden amusement park.

Home to several interesting cultural and historic attractions, this seaside Danish town also boasts amazing nature.

Visitors are attracted to this tiny Danish town because of its rich Viking heritage, as well as its interesting historic sites.

Surrounded by wooded hills, this charming town offers some historic sites, but is best-known for its shopping and cultural scene.

Founded in the 13C, this ancient town is a bustling tourist destination, famous for its collection of houses that date back to the 14C.