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Stockholm's main international airport is connected to the city by the Arlanda Express, which reaches Stockholm Central Station in 20 minutes. Flygbussarna coaches cover the same journey in around 45 minutes, and public transport is also an option for those watching their budget.

Stockholm is served by three smaller airports, in addition to Arlanda. Bromma (BMA) is the closest to the city centre, with a Flygbussarna coach taking around 20 minutes. Skavsta (NYO) lies roughly 80 minutes south of Stockholm, connected to the city by Flygbussarna and FlixBus. Västerås (VST) is around 80 minutes west of Stockholm, also served by Flygbussarna.

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Sweden, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2026, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.

Stockholm is often praised for its comfortable, efficient, and safe public transport. SL, as it is known, is responsible for buses, underground trains, commuter trains, trams, and certain ferry lines in Greater Stockholm. The underground system is the easiest way to get around Stockholm. With a single ticket, valid for 75 minutes, travellers can easily explore various destinations. These tickets can be purchased through SL's ticket machines, their app, or directly at the turnstiles using a credit card. Additionally, convenient options like 24-hour, 72-hour, and 30-day tickets are available for those needing extended travel periods. The Stockholm underground is also known as the world's largest art gallery as so many of its stations are adorned with the works of different artists. So, here’s another reason for you to take the subway or ‘tunnelbana’ in Stockholm. Keep in mind that it's not possible to pay cash for tickets on board buses in Stockholm. Also, a parent with a stroller gets to ride for free on any of Stockholm's buses. A trip on the number 69 bus or number 7 tram is a superb way to discover Stockholm. The lines go out to Djurgården and major attractions like Skansen and the Vasa Museum.

The main pharmacy chains in Stockholm include Apoteket and Kronans Apotek.

There are many taxi companies to choose from in Stockholm. For those seeking a more cost-effective alternative to traditional taxis, Uber and Bolt also operate in the city. You can easily get hold of a taxi by calling a taxi company, hailing one on the street, or taking one from a rank. Approved taxis with metered fares always bear yellow number plates.

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