Stockholm Photowalk

For travel, street, and documentary photographers who want more than the postcard shots

Capture the magic of Stockholm's streets with a local photographer.

You could walk around Gamla Stan for an hour and get some nice photos. Thousands of tourists do it every day. But there's a difference between finding the obvious spots and knowing where the light falls at 3pm in February, which underpass fills with commuters at exactly the right moment, or where the neon signs create something worth shooting after dark.

That kind of knowledge takes years. I've spent fifteen of them photographing this city

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Person walking on cobblestone street during sunset with sunlight creating a lens flare, next to a small shop with a green sign, and other pedestrians in the background.
A cozy corner cafe named 'Nova' on a winter evening with snow on the ground, warm lights inside, and decorative plants outside, located on a narrow street with pastel-colored buildings.
Crowd of people celebrating at a pride event, waving rainbow flags and smiling.
Snowy city street scene with pedestrians walking, some with umbrellas, in front of a brick building with neon signs reading 'Stalands' and a digital sign that says 'MOBLER'. Several cars are parked along the street, and bicycles are chained to a bike
Person wearing a tan coat, black beret, and orange scarf standing on sidewalk in sunlight, facing a light pink building with white columns, with parked cars and another person walking in the distance on a city street during late afternoon.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings on both sides, with a tall church spire in the distance.
A man with gray hair and beard, wearing a lavender T-shirt and colorful shorts, is walking two large fluffy dogs on a city sidewalk during a street event. The street is filled with people, some carrying bags and wearing vibrant clothing, under a brig
People walking in snowy city street, wearing winter clothing, near a building with a window showing a woman taking a selfie.

Why Stockholm?

Stockholm is a city that changes with the seasons—and every shift brings something new to photograph.

In summer, the city lives outdoors. Parks fill with picnickers, archipelago ferries bustle with day-trippers, and every square becomes a stage. Golden hour stretches late into the evening, and the soft "blue hour" around midnight creates an ethereal Nordic glow you won't find anywhere else. Autumn brings moody skies and golden light filtering through yellowing trees. Stockholmers linger at café windows, the pace slows, and the city takes on a reflective, cinematic quality—perfect for atmospheric street work.

Winter transforms Stockholm into something close to a fairy tale. Sunset arrives early—sometimes by 3pm—giving you hours of darkness while the city still buzzes. Candlelit windows, Christmas markets in Gamla Stan, and snow softening every surface create images that glow with warmth against the cold blue darkness. Spring is a city waking up. Light returns, locals emerge blinking into the sunshine, and there's an energy in the streets as people reclaim the outdoors after months of winter. It's a season of contrasts—bright skies, lingering snow, and the first tentative café terraces of the year.

Every season offers something special. What remains constant is the city itself: the medieval lanes, the waterfront light, and the quiet moments of everyday life waiting to be noticed amidst the hustle and bustle of city life.

What this is

This isn't a photography lesson for beginners. I'm not going to teach you aperture settings or explain the rule of thirds – but I can give you some tips and help to nail the right shot.

This is 2.5 hours walking and shooting Stockholm with someone who knows where the visual stories are. I'll take you to the places that took me years to find—the corners, the light, the timing, the spots that don't appear on any list.

When you book, you'll tell me what you normally shoot—street portraits, urban landscapes, candid moments, architecture, night photography. Then I'll build a route around your interests from my mental library of the city.

You're not getting a fixed tour. You're getting a bespoke walk designed for how you see.

And if you want feedback along the way—on composition, timing, how to approach a scene—I'm happy to share what I've learned. This isn't a structured lesson, but I've been doing this a long time and I'm always happy to talk through what I'm seeing.

What you won’t get

The same walk as everyone else. Camera basics. The obvious viewpoints you could find with a quick search. Instagram spots. A checklist of landmarks.

Sure, if you want beautiful golden-hour shots of Gamla Stan reflected in still water, I can show you exactly where to stand and when. But I will also show you the Stockholm that most visitors never see—and that most photographers here have never found.

Details:

  • Duration: 2.5 hours

  • Group size: Maximum 2 participants

  • Location: Stockholm

  • Language: English, Swedish, Danish or French

  • Minimum Required Gear: DSLR or Mirrorless camera + lens. A comfy pair of shoes.

  • Recommended Gear: 28, 35 or 50 mm prime lens OR a 24-70 mm zoom lens with max aperture of f2.8 or larger.

  • Please note: this walk is designed for photographers using a camera rather than a smartphone.

  • Meeting point: to be decided

  • Excludes: Editing workshop although this is available online as an add-on.

  • Please see our Terms & Conditions for full details, cancellation policy, etc.

Have any questions? Contact me

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What you will get

Two and a half hours walking and shooting with a working street photographer. Access to locations I've discovered over twenty-five years living in the city. Honest conversation about what works and what doesn't—if you want it. A route shaped around what you actually want to photograph.

And depending on what interests you: the hidden alleys where the light does something interesting. The subway stations that aren't on the tourist art trail. The neighbourhoods where Stockholm feels like a real city instead of a museum. The places where neon, rain, and darkness come together. The spots where you can actually shoot street photography without fighting through crowds.

Who this is for

Photographers who already know how to use their camera and want local knowledge, not lessons. Travel photographers passing through who have limited time and don't want to waste it on the obvious. Street photographers who want to hit the ground running in an unfamiliar city. Anyone who's bored of taking the same photos as everyone else.

If you're a complete beginner looking to learn the basics of photography, this probably isn't the right fit. But if you know what you're doing and just need someone who knows where to go—that's what I'm offering.

How it works

1. Book your slot. Choose your date and time. On the booking form, tell me what kind of photography you're interested in and whether you've been to Stockholm before. Are there any areas of the city you’re especially interested in?

2. I'll confirm a meeting point. Based on what you want to shoot and where you're staying, I'll suggest where we meet—either near your hotel or in the area we'll be exploring.

3. We shoot. For the next 2.5 hours, we walk, we photograph, we talk about what we're seeing. I'll show you my Stockholm and help you find the stories about the city you want to tell.

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Night view of a city square with illuminated modern buildings, a tall orange tower sculpture, and people walking on the plaza.
Two people, a man and a woman, walking on a city sidewalk with luggage, reflected in a large glass window.
People walking in front of the entrance of a store named Sture Gallerian, which is decorated with Christmas garlands and ornaments.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with colorful old buildings, with a person walking away carrying a backpack, illuminated by the golden light of the setting sun, under a clear blue sky.
Colorful vintage tram decorated with Christmas garlands and ornaments, operating on city tracks during dusk, with city buildings and leafless trees in the background.
A couple is kissing outside a building entrance, viewed from inside through the doorway. They are dressed in casual black jackets and jeans. The woman has a black handbag and the man has a brown bag. In the background, there are pedestrians, cars, an
Two people walking on a snowy sidewalk in an urban area during a snowstorm, with parked cars covered in snow and buildings in the background.
An elderly man and woman are standing on a city street, engaged in conversation. The man has white hair, glasses, and is wearing a light-colored cap, a striped shirt, and dark pants with a black bag. The woman has blonde hair tied back, and is wearin

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Nighttime street scene with a corner cafe illuminated by streetlights. Two people walk hand in hand near the cafe entrance, with warm light spilling onto the cobblestone sidewalk. The building has warm-colored walls and multiple windows, some lit from inside, with signs and decorations outside.

About your guide

I'm a professional photographer based in Stockholm, working full-time in corporate and commercial photography. But my real passion lies in documentary street photography—observing the city, waiting for moments, and capturing the stories that unfold in public spaces. This photowalk lets me share that passion with you.