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Steamship Evening

There is something truly magical about traveling on a genuine steamship. The soft thumping of the engine as the ship glides across the water, the shining wooden decks, and the beautiful brass details create a unique and pleasant atmosphere that few other ships can offer.

S/S Blidösund is a living museum, preserved in the same condition as when it was launched in 1911. This historic beauty provides you with an unforgettable experience. For private events, S/S Blidösund can be rented on days when it is not operating its regular program.

We still have available dates in 2025!

Genuine steamship, bygone era, mingling

Our Offering

Whether you want to experience an atmospheric dinner onboard or celebrate a special evening with a unique atmosphere on the water, we have the perfect arrangement for you!

Our Steamship Menu is carefully selected to complement the historic environment onboard our steamship. We also offer a variety of options, from classic dishes to lighter buffets, all perfect for a memorable evening on the water. During your steamship evening, you can also visit the engine room to enhance the experience for you and your guests.

Our experienced staff will ensure that the evening is both tasteful and unforgettable. Let us help you create a unique atmosphere for your steamship evening with a menu that is perfect for the occasion.

Price Example
*2065 SEK per person, excluding VAT
*Price based on a 5-hour cruise with S/S Blidösund for 60 guests, featuring the Steamship Menu and a drink package with 1 glass of sparkling wine, 3 glasses of wine, and coffee/tea.

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S/S Blidösund

Take a step back in time

S/S Blidösund, built in 1911, is a historic steamship that accommodates up to 200 people for mingling and up to 110 seated guests in various salons across two decks. Onboard, you can enjoy a classic steamship menu and gain a unique insight into the ship’s history. Visit the engine room and see how the genuine steam engine operates as the stoker shovels coal – a fascinating experience.

S/S Blidösund’s various dining rooms: The large dining room can accommodate up to 32 people, the small dining room up to 16, and the ladies’ salon up to 15 people. For a seated meal in the aft salon, we can host up to 50 people, and for mingling, the aft salon can hold approximately 60 standing guests.

S/S Blidösund is the perfect place for a steamship evening, where you can enjoy great food in a historic setting and have wonderful social time onboard.

A concept tailored just for you

Your day with us

We depart from Skeppsbron or a location of your choice.

Help with Planning
We are happy to assist in planning an unforgettable steamship evening onboard the historic ship S/S Blidösund. Together, we will create a concept that is tailored to you, where you will experience both great food and a journey back in time. We depart from our home dock, Skeppsbron, or a location that suits you, and you can choose to have mingling or dinner onboard while we slowly cruise through the archipelago.

Mingling and Meal Onboard
If you wish, you can start the cruise with drinks and snacks before enjoying the classic steamship menu in the beautiful salons on the upper deck, with a lovely view of the water. During the evening, there is also the opportunity to visit the engine room to see the genuine steam engine in action – a fascinating glimpse into the ship’s history.

Bar and Music
The evening can continue with coffee and after-dinner drinks, and if you wish to dance, the aft salon is perfect for it. Play your favorite songs or let us help book a DJ!

Our Event Menus

Whether you’re planning a historic evening or a lively party, we offer a suitable steamship menu that will create a memorable experience onboard S/S Blidösund. Enjoy traditional steamship cuisine prepared with carefully selected ingredients and drink packages that perfectly complement the meal.

For a more relaxed experience, we can also offer buffet options. For mingling, we provide delicious canapés, small desserts, and drinks such as champagne, beer, and cocktails, setting the perfect mood for an evening on the water.

After dinner, you can enjoy coffee and after-dinner drinks before the evening’s festivities continue. Settle into the aft salon for an evening filled with socializing, or book a DJ to get the dance floor going.

Feel free to contact us to learn more about options for your steamship evening. Below are our menus.

Event menus Drinks

Frequently asked questions

Our home dock is Skeppsbron below the castle, and this is where we charge the vessel rental until we return. Of course, we can pick you up (or drop you off) at another location if you wish.

We can adjust the route according to your preferences, taking into account time and geography (depth and any additional options). We can stay within the Baltic Sea (Saltsjön) or navigate into Lake Mälaren. There is an additional lock fee if we enter the lock.

We need to receive your food and drink orders at least three weeks before departure (15 working days).

You choose a menu for the entire group, and we will adjust for allergies and dietary restrictions that are reported at least seven working days before departure. Please notify us of these by email, along with the names of those with specific needs.

Drinks are charged based on the final count of opened bottles. You can decide how much is to be consumed, and whether guests can pay for additional drinks at the bar if they want more.

We have three dining areas on the upper deck: the large, small, and Ladies’ Lounge. They can accommodate a total of 63 people.

In the large and small dining rooms, there are fixed tables and sofas, while the Ladies’ Lounge can have both small tables and a long table.

You can also sit in the aft lounge on the main deck, where the artists perform during a music cruise. The aft lounge can seat a maximum of 50 people.

Under “Read more” in the S/S Blidösund section, you will find a seating plan.

Food and drinks must be ordered through us; we do not allow catering on board.

Absolutely! The chief engineer and the stoker are happy to demonstrate how the steam engine works when they have time.

If you’d like, we can help provide a price and suggestions for musicians or a DJ. If you have your own contacts, you are welcome to bring your own DJ or troubadour/musician. They must bring their own equipment.

Yes, we have a system that allows you to connect a mobile device with a playlist, as well as a microphone for speaking, both wired and wireless. If you wish to have dancing, we recommend renting a DJ with their own equipment.

The permit to be on board extends until 01:00. It is possible to extend the permit for an additional cost if requested at least four weeks before departure (the application must be made through the licensing authority).

No, as the ship is in its original condition, there are some thresholds, stairs leading up to the dining areas, and the toilets are small and not accessibility adapted.

We do not recommend bringing a dog on a dinner cruise, as pets are not allowed in the dining area.

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

Tableware, linen tablecloths and napkins, simple table flowers in low vases, serving staff, and standard cleaning.

Viewing of the ship: Once we have discussed the pricing and ensured that we can meet your expectations and needs, we would be happy to show you the ship. This way, you can get a better idea of what to expect from the ship and its facilities.