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Practical info — Solna

🌤 Weather — 5 days

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💡 Tips

  • Solna is home to the Mall of Scandinavia; visit on a weekday morning to avoid the largest crowds.
  • When attending an event at Strawberry Arena (Friends Arena), use the commuter train as parking is extremely congested.
  • Explore the extensive green areas around Haga Park early in the day for the best light.
  • Solna is tightly integrated with Stockholm's metro network (Blue Line).
  • Cycling is a great way to get around, with many dedicated bike lanes.

🍽 Food

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Fika pastries

Find a cozy café inside Haga Park.

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Modern Swedish cuisine

Check out the restaurants near the arena or mall.

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Seafood

Try a restaurant focusing on fresh catches in the modern commercial districts.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Mall of Scandinavia

One of the largest shopping centers in the Nordic region.

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Solna Centrum

A traditional indoor shopping center with various stores and services.

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Hagaparken

A vast royal park featuring woods, lawns, and historic pavilions.

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Brunnsviken

The tranquil lake great for a walk or a summer swim.

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Ulriksdal Palace Park

Stroll through the beautiful gardens of this royal residence.

Solna is located just north of Stockholm's city center and operates as an independent city within Stockholm County. The municipality is distinguished by its high concentration of national institutions, most notably the Karolinska Institute, one of the world's leading medical research universities. Solna is also home to Friends Arena, Sweden's national football stadium, and Hagaparken, which forms part of the Royal National City Park. Historically, the area has deep royal connections, evidenced by the presence of Ulriksdal Palace and Haga Palace. During the 20th century, Solna underwent massive development, transitioning from a suburban area into a major commercial and business district. It also hosts the Mall of Scandinavia, one of the largest shopping centers in Northern Europe. Due to its robust economy and favorable business environment, Solna is consistently ranked as one of Sweden's most attractive locations for corporate headquarters.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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Geography

Population
66,909
Coordinates
59.36000, 18.00000

Facts

  • Home to the Karolinska Institute
  • Site of the Friends Arena national stadium
  • Contains parts of the Royal National City Park
  • Ulriksdal Palace was built in the 1600s
  • Features the Mall of Scandinavia
  • Consistently ranked top for business climate

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Sights in the town Solna (21)

Huvudsta strandbad🎡 recreation

Huvudsta strandbad is a beach on the shore of Råstasjön in Solna with a grass lawn.

Butterfly House Haga Ocean🏛 museum

The Butterfly House in Solna features exotic butterflies and a large aquarium.

🕒 Mo-Su 10:00-17:00💶

Haga Parkmuseum🏛 museum

This museum documents the history and development of Haga Park.

Olle Olsson Hagalund-museet🏛 museum

The museum is dedicated to the life and work of the artist Olle Olsson.

🕒 Jan-May We,Su 12:00-16:00; Jun-Aug Su 12:00-16:00; Sep-Dec W

Gustav III:s paviljong🏰 castle

Gustav III's Pavilion is a significant example of Swedish Neoclassical architecture.

Kungshögen🏺 historical

Kungshögen is an impressive Iron Age burial mound located in Solna.

Mellanjärva gravfält🏺 historical

A burial field with remains from the Iron Age located near Solna.

Haga Palace Ruins🏺 historical

The foundations of an unfinished palace commissioned by Gustav III in Haga Park.

Solna kyrka⛪ religious

Solna Church is one of the oldest round churches in Sweden.

Råsunda kyrka⛪ religious

Råsunda Church serves the Evangelical Lutheran community in Solna.

Tranebergsbron📍 landmark

Tranebergsbron is a striking arch bridge connecting Solna with Bromma.

Ulriksdals naturreservat🌿 nature

Ulriksdal nature reserve provides vast green spaces and historic parklands.

Frösundatoppen🌿 nature

Frösundatoppen features a wide panoramic view over Solna and its surroundings.

Bellevueparken🌳 park

Bellevue Park is a historic park area overlooking the Brunnsviken bay.

Vanadisplan🌳 park

An urban square with green spaces in the Solna district.

Bergianska trädgården🌳 park

The Bergius Botanical Garden displays an impressive variety of plant species.

Ösbysjön🌿 nature

Ösbysjön in Solna is a popular lake for quiet moments outdoors.

Plaskdamm "Plaskis"👨‍👩‍👧 family

This swimming facility in Solna features a place for swimming and recreation.

Augustendals 4H-gård🎡 recreation

A small zoo in Solna designed for children, featuring domestic farm animals.

Svedenbadet🎡 recreation

A family-friendly water park in Solna with outdoor pools for summer recreation.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Solna from Stockholm?
You can reach Solna center in about 10 minutes via the blue metro line or the Pendeltåg commuter train.
What are the main attractions?
The Friends Arena, Mall of Scandinavia, and the royal Haga Park are the key highlights.
Is there good shopping in Solna?
Yes, Mall of Scandinavia is one of the largest shopping centers in Northern Europe, featuring over 220 stores.
What is the significance of Haga Park?
It is an English-style landscape park featuring pavilions and the residence of the Swedish Crown Princess.
Are there any museums?
The Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) is located right on the border of Solna.
Solna: where is it located?
Solna is located in Sweden.
Solna: what is there to see?
Highlights include Huvudsta strandbad, Butterfly House Haga Ocean, Haga Parkmuseum.
Solna: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Solna: why is it worth visiting?
Solna is located just north of Stockholm's city center and operates as an independent city within Stockholm County.
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