Haga Park

A stunning, leafy oasis in northern Stockholm
Word to the wise: At the north entrance of the park, you'll find the rather lovely 'butterfly house' - a greenhouse filled with tropical birds, lush vegetation and over 700 species of butterflies.

Talk of the town: If you're lucky, you might see the Crown Princess, who lives in Haga Palace.
Haga Park is a popular haven for stressed out Stockholmers - in the summer it is packed with nature lovers hiking, walking or just enjoying a picnic in the sun. The park is part of the Royal National City Park – the first national urban park in the world – and it is Sweden's best "Gustavian Park", a type of English landscape park founded on the initiative of King Gustav III. It is also home to many native animals, including fox, badger and deer.

It's quite easy to spend a whole day here. Start your day by having some brunch at Stallmästaregården, a popular restaurant and hotel dating from the 1600s. Then work off those calories with some outdoor tennis, swimming or kayaking. You can also admire the historical royal buildings in the park as four of the 11 royal palaces in Stockholm are here.