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Weekend Cruises

Embark on an unforgettable weekend cruise aboard the steamships Norrskär and Storskär and experience the Stockholm archipelago. Take a round trip from Strömkajen or hop on and off at various docks, with the tour being a full-day cruise. During the weekend, we offer departures to popular destinations in the archipelago. The tours are available on both Saturdays and Sundays, and you can choose between different routes that will take you to some of the most beloved places in the archipelago.

The 2025 season begins 9th May.

Weekend tours at sea

Aboard S/S Norrskär and S/S Storskär

S/S Storskär and S/S Norrskär offer weekend cruises from May to September.

The ships depart from and return to Strömkajen, located below the National Museum. You can either take the full tour or hop on and off along the way.

Since the cruise is part of Waxholmsbolaget’s public transport, ticket prices are affordable. An adult ticket to Vaxholm costs 104 SEK. See the other ticket prices below.

Tickets can only be purchased onboard, but table reservations can be made via our website. Please note that a table reservation does not guarantee a spot onboard. To ensure a seat, you should arrive well in advance of 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 weekend cruise round trip to Möja (green) departs on Saturdays at 10:30 and returns at 18:55.

S/S Storskär’s weekend cruise round trip to Husarö (red) departs on Saturdays at 11:30 and returns at 19:00.

S/S Norrskär’s weekend cruise round trip to Gällnö (yellow) departs during spring/autumn on Saturdays at 11:00 and returns at 17:55.

S/S Norrskär’s weekend cruise round trip to Grinda (orange) departs during spring/autumn on Sundays at 13:00 and returns at 18:25.

S/S Norrskär’s weekend cruise round trip to Sandhamn (blue) departs during midsummer on Saturdays and Sundays at 10:00 and returns at 19:50.

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

We also offer departures for the lunch cruise and dinner 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 meal. Be sure to reserve a table for one of our sittings to secure your place in the dining room.

In the ships’ cafés, 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; our staff is happy to answer any questions 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

Lunch Cruises

Step aboard S/S Norrskär or S/S Storskär and experience Stockholm's beautiful archipelago during a lovely lunch cruise. During this 4-hour tour, you have the opportunity to reserve a table in our dining room and enjoy a delicious meal while gliding through the archipelago.

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.

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.