"Long Island" is a green park that is indeed an oasis in a busy and bustling city. A significant…read morechange from its original history when Långholmen was a prison island until 1974! The old prison (which I did not visit today) has been turned into a hostel. Lots of walking paths criss-crossing the park. Some paved. Some hard-packed dirt. A caravan park. Kayak and canoe rentals. Beaches and swimming. Or just enjoy the park itself that allows dogs. [Review 18747 overall - 80 in Sweden - 2270 of 2022.]

If you are visiting Stockholm this is a must-see, specially in the summer time! It's a small oasis…read morein the city, calm and green, perfect to relax after a busy day. And if you are feeling more adventurous, there are canoes and kayaks to rent, and perhaps why not take a swim in a nearby beach. Also don't forget to visit the old prison which is now a hotel, where the original architecture was preserved.

This is a great spot for ice skating in the winter! It's HUGE and not crowded at all. Very few…read morechildren. You can do laps on the outside ring or mess around and practice on the inner field. There's a changing room with showers and bathroom inside the main building as well. It's supposedly open till 23:00! Really recommend it for skating if you live nearby.