Map of Stockholm – Districts, Neighbourhoods & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Stockholm along with a clear overview of its districts, neighbourhoods and geographic layout in Sweden. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

Stockholm is the capital of Sweden and is known for its archipelago setting, islands, waterfront districts and major areas such as Gamla Stan, Södermalm, Norrmalm, Östermalm and Kungsholmen.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

This map highlights Stockholm’s layout, including its districts, waterways, transport links and island geography.

Where Is Stockholm Located?

Stockholm is located in eastern Sweden, where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea. It is the capital and largest city of Sweden.

• North: northern districts and suburban areas
• East: Baltic Sea and archipelago direction
• South: southern districts and suburban municipalities
• West: western districts and Lake Mälaren direction

Districts and Neighbourhoods of Stockholm

Stockholm includes several major districts and neighbourhoods, many of them spread across islands and connected by bridges.

• Gamla Stan — historic old town on the central island
• Södermalm — major southern inner-city district
• Norrmalm — central business and shopping district
• Östermalm — central-eastern district known for boulevards and waterfront
• Kungsholmen — central western island district
• Djurgården — island area known for parks and museums
• Vasastan — central northern residential district
• Hammarby Sjöstad — modern waterfront development area

A map of Stockholm often shows district boundaries, bridges, metro lines, ferry routes and key waterfront areas.

Major Areas in Stockholm

• Historic Centre — includes Gamla Stan and nearby central islands
• Inner City — includes Norrmalm, Östermalm, Södermalm and Kungsholmen
• Waterfront districts — spread across the islands and shoreline
• Royal and museum zone — includes Djurgården and surrounding areas
• Southern Stockholm — includes Södermalm and outer southern districts
• Greater Stockholm area — connected suburbs and municipalities

Key Geographic Features

• Lake Mälaren — western water body linked to the city
• Baltic Sea — eastern maritime connection
• Central islands — define much of the city’s layout
• Stockholm archipelago — vast island region east of the city
• Bridge network — major feature linking districts
• Waterfront promenades and harbours — key parts of central Stockholm

Stockholm Map Resources

• OpenStreetMap – Stockholm
• Google Maps – Stockholm
• Wikimedia Commons – Maps of Stockholm

Related Maps & Location Guides

• Map of Sweden
• Map of Helsinki
• Map of Copenhagen
• Map of Europe
• Map of the World

Stockholm Map FAQs

• Where is Stockholm located?
  Stockholm is located in eastern Sweden between Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea.
• What are the main areas of Stockholm?
  Main areas include Gamla Stan, Södermalm, Norrmalm, Östermalm and Kungsholmen.
• Why is Stockholm known as a city of islands?
  Much of central Stockholm is built across islands connected by bridges and waterways.

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