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Lunch Cruises

Embark on an unforgettable lunch cruise aboard the steamships S/S Storskär and S/S Norrskär. Take a round trip from Strömkajen, or hop on and off at any dock. S/S Storskär offers lunch cruises on weekdays throughout the season, while S/S Norrskär operates only during the peak summer season.

The 2025 season starts 9th May.

Lunch at sea

Aboard S/S Storskär and S/S Norrskär

S/S Storskär offers lunch cruises on weekdays throughout the season, while S/S Norrskär provides lunch cruises on weekdays during the peak summer season.

The ships depart from and return to Strömkajen, located below the National Museum. Take a full tour or hop on and off at various docks along the way.

Since the cruise is part of Waxholmsbolaget’s public transport network, the ticket price is very affordable. A standard adult ticket to Vaxholm costs 104 SEK. See other ticket prices below.

Tickets can only be purchased on board; however, you can book a table through our website. Please note that a table booking does not guarantee a spot on board. To secure a place, we recommend arriving well before departure.

Take a round trip or hop on and off at any dock

All our cruises depart from Strömkajen, below the National Museum.

S/S Storskär’s lunch cruise round trip to Ramsö (blue) departs during spring and autumn from Monday to Friday at 12:00 and returns at 15:30.

S/S Norrskär’s lunch cruise round trip to Gällnö (brown) departs during midsummer from Monday to Friday at 11:00 and returns at 17:20.

Our cruises offer several boarding and disembarking options. It’s of course perfectly fine to board or disembark, for example, in Vaxholm. Below you will find the current timetables with all docks for boarding and disembarking.

We also offer departures for the dinner cruise and weekend cruise.

For current disruption information, please visit Waxholmsbolaget’s website.

Our cultural heritage steamships

S/S Storskär

The archipelago’s fastest steamship

What could be more delightful than gliding through the archipelago with the help of a steam engine? Not many would argue! S/S Storskär is the archipelago’s fastest steamship. It has triple expansion and is currently oil-fired. It was built as Strängnäs Express in 1908 in Gothenburg, and in 1939 it was transferred to Waxholmsbolaget. In connection with its hundred-year anniversary, S/S Storskär was designated a cultural heritage steamship. It now operates daily in regular traffic in the inner archipelago from May to September.

S/S Norrskär

Waxholmsbolaget’s youngest steamship

S/S Norrskär is Waxholmsbolaget’s youngest steamship, built in 1910 by Eriksbergs Mekaniska Verkstads AB in Gothenburg. It was delivered as Sandhamns Express, featuring a twin compound steam engine, and is also an older sister of S/S Blidösund (1911). Just like S/S Storskär, it was designated a cultural heritage steamship in the year it celebrated its 100th anniversary.

With a restaurant and café onboard, there are great opportunities for a pleasant trip. During the summer, you can also enjoy a ride on S/S Norrskär to the classic Sandhamn in the outer archipelago.

Join us on a culinary journey

In the ships’ historic dining rooms, you can enjoy a delicious lunch. Feel free to book a table for one of our seatings to secure your place in the dining room.

In the ships’ cafes, you can enjoy lighter meals, freshly baked rolls, pastries, snacks, and ice cream. We also serve coffee/tea, soft drinks, beer, and wine.

Allergies and dietary preferences are important to us, and our staff is happy to answer any questions you may have about our offerings to ensure you feel comfortable and satisfied.

Frequently asked questions

Both S/S Storskär and S/S Norrskär depart from Strömkajen below the National Museum.

Yes, it is possible to board at other docks. Please see more information and current timetables above.

No, tickets are paid onboard. However, you can book a table in the dining room before you travel. Please note that a table reservation does not guarantee a spot on board, so to ensure a place, you should arrive well in advance of departure.

Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee a spot on board, even if you have booked a table in the dining room. Our advice is to arrive early before departure.

If you would like to make a booking for a larger group, please feel free to contact Blidösundsbolaget by phone or email. The kitchen would appreciate having your food order in advance, and we will inform you about this when you make your table reservation.

You can bring a dog to the designated area, but the dog is not allowed in the dining room.

The ships have accessible entrances and toilets, but there is a staircase without an elevator up to the upper deck where the restaurant is located.

No, the entire ship is considered a restaurant area and is subject to a smoking ban.

No, all ships in regular traffic have been cash-free for several years.

Yes, the transportation card is valid on all of Waxholmsbolaget’s regular services. You travel for free and can bring a companion at no extra cost.

Don't miss our dinner, weekend, and music cruises

Dinner Cruises

Step aboard S/S Norrskär or S/S Storskär and experience the beautiful Stockholm Archipelago on a delightful dinner cruise. During this 4-hour journey, you have the opportunity to reserve a table in our dining room and enjoy a flavorful dinner while gliding through the archipelago.

Weekend Cruises

Join us on a wonderful weekend cruise aboard S/S Norrskär or S/S Storskär and explore the archipelago's most picturesque destinations during a full-day tour. Book a table online in our restaurant and enjoy special menus carefully selected for these weekend cruises, making your journey extra flavorful and memorable.

Music Cruises

Experience a magical evening on the water with our music cruises aboard S/S Blidösund. Enjoy live music, a wonderful atmosphere, and the fantastic view of Stockholm's archipelago as you glide across the water. A perfect combination of music, food, and nature – an evening you'll never forget.