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Car hire in Stockholm – Stylish Gateway to Sweden
Dramatically located where the Baltic merges with Lake Mälaren, Stockholm is a scenically enthralling city gracefully spread across a melange of fourteen enchanting islands interconnected by over four dozen bridges. The Swedish capital for almost 400 years, it boasts a fine array of museums, monuments and other amazing attractions in an area compact enough to visit most of them in a relatively short time.
Renowned for its healthy, utopian lifestyle, this city's abundance of gardens and green parks makes it a wonderful place to visit in the warm summer months, with plenty of bathing opportunities nearby. A cosmopolitan, forward-thinking city, Stockholm is equally appealing in winter when snow creates picture-postcard scenes around the city's many fairy-tale buildings.
Most first-time visitors head straight for its gorgeous historic quarter, Gamla Stan, a well-preserved medieval district packed with picturesque churches and stunning architecture. Other city highlights include the Vasa shipwreck, Skansen (an excellent Swedish history museum), Kungliga Slottet (one of the world's grandest royal palaces) and Historiska Museet covering 10,000 years of the Sweden's history.
Travellers who book a car hire in Stockholm will find dozens of top-notch attractions within a short drive of the city, including a rich selection of ancient fairy-tale castles, spectacular waterways, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and medieval villages from which to choose. Don't miss Drottningholm (an impressive Renaissance-inspired summer palace) and Sigtuna, Sweden's first town dating back to the time of the Vikings.
With Auto Europe you can always enjoy the best of Stockholm and the rest of Sweden with the right car at the right price. Pick a small, manoeuvrable car for city sightseeing or a sumptuous SUV for an amazing road-trip to many other exciting parts of the country, such as Gothenburg or Malmö.
Make a quick search in our booking engine or contact our rental specialists for assistance and they'll be happy to find you the best deal. For added peace of mind, don't forget to check out the user ratings and comments posted by previous Auto Europe customers in the city on our Stockholm car hire reviews page.
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Where to pick up a car hire in Stockholm
Auto Europe works with all the world's top car rental companies to offer its many customers around the world the best choice of locations in and around Stockholm and all other parts of Sweden. Drivers can pick up their vehicle in the heart of the city centre or at a local airport and be on their way in just a few minutes. To help you make the right choice, our booking engine enables you to do an extensive search to find the best vehicle and the most suitable pick-up point for your trip. Once you've keyed in your dates, an interactive map will come up with all the available car hire locations in Stockholm.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
One of the busiest and most modern of all Scandinavia's air transportation facilities, Stockholm International Airport has grown into a major international hub with connections to key cities all over the world since its inauguration in 1962. Located 37 kilometres (23 miles) north of the city centre, it caters for around 26 million passenger movements each year and is a central aviation base for Norwegian Air Shuttle, Scandinavian Airlines, Novair, Finnair, Ryanair and Eurowings. To pick up your car rental at Stockholm Arlanda Airport, head for the P2 Beta Long-term parking area (Sixt is located in the P3 area). Parking bus P2 Beta and P3 Alfa takes passengers to the car rental centre.
Stockholm Airport (ARN)
Website: www.swedavia.se
Address: Swedavia AB, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 190 45 Stockholm-Arlanda, Sweden
Telephone: +46 (0)10 109 10 00
Stockholm Bromma Airport
Stockholm Bromma Airport is an international airport situated 7 kilometres north-west of the centre of the Swedish capital. It is the closest airport to the city centre and despite the threat of being closed down, it still handles arouns 2.5 million passengers each year, making it the country’s third-busiest airport. Mostly focused on domestic flights, airlines operating at Bromma Airport connect with severl overseas destinations, such as Helsinki, Brussels and Aarhus. When you arrive at Bromma, you'll be able to pick up your car hire in a few minutes from the suppliers' desks next to the Arrivals Hall.
Stockholm Airport (BMA)
Website: www.swedavia.com
Address: Bromma Stockholm Airport, 168 67 Bromma
Telephone: +46 (0)10 109 40 00
Stockholm Skavsta Airport
Mainly served by low-cost airlines, Stockholm Skavsta is an international airport located near Nyköping, a small town approximately 100 kilometres (62 miles) south-west of Stockholm. Operating since September 1984, it is the fifth largest airport in Sweden after Stockholm Arlanda, Gothenburg Landvetter, Stockholm Bromma and Malmö Airport, and the third largest when it comes to international traffic. The car hire desks are located in the Arrivals Hall and are very easy to locate. For collection, the desks usually operate from early morning until late at night, and if you are dropping off your vehicle after the scheduled opening hours, please note that there are drop-off boxes available for you to leave the keys and catch your flight without any stress.
Stockholm Airport (NYO)
Website: www.skavsta.se
Address: General Schybergs väg 22, 611 92 Nyköping, Sweden
Telephone: +46 155 28 04 00
Stockholm Västerås Airport
Located 103 kilometres (64.1 miles) south-east of Stockholm, less than an hour and 20 minutes from the city centre, Stockholm Västerås Airport is a regional airport serving the popular Mälardalen region. Also known as Hässlö Flygplats, it has international flights and is only 8 kilometres from the centre of Västerås, a small town in the heart of Sweden. Most of the car hire desks are located in the main arrivals area. Please make sure you have all the necessary documents to hand in order to ensure that the collection procedure is as speedy as possible.
Stockholm Västerårs Airport (VST)
Website: vasterasairport.se
Address: Västerås Flygplats AB, 721 31 Västerås
Telephone: +46 (0) 21-80 56 00
Stockholm Central Train Station
The largest railway station in Sweden, Stockholm Central Train Station first opened in 1871 and today handles more than 200,000 passenger movements every day. Located in a very accessible part of the city centre, in the middle of Norrmalm district, the station is served by several bus and metro routes, making a popular choice for tourists exploring the city. The complex is equipped with an extensive range of on-site facilities, including a good selection of bars, cafés, restaurants and shops.
Stockholm Central Train Station
Website: www.sj.se
Address: Centralplan 15, 111 20 Stockholm, Sweden
Telephone: +46 77 192 19 21
Book with the best car hire suppliers in Stockholm
As one of the world's leading international car hire companies, Auto Europe offers a wide selection of convenient pick-up and drop-off locations in over 190 different destinations around the world. Thanks to our many years of experience dealing with all the global and local car rental companies, we can offer you the best standard of service and cheapest prices on the market.
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Should you require additional information about the car hire companies we work with or their policies, for example out of office pick up or questions regarding age restrictions, our car rental specialists are just a phone call or e-mail away and happy to assist you.
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Stockholm
This section features the most frequent questions asked by people booking a car hire in Stockholm. Scroll down for important tips relating to a wide range of essential car hire topics, such as credit cards, coverage, tolls, traffic and much more. If you need any more information, please contact our reservations team for assistance and they will be happy to help you with your reservation and assist you with your travel itinerary.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Stockholm?
The answer is yes. You will always need a credit card (note: not a debit or pre-paid card) to pick up a car hire in Stockholm. The reason for this is that the local car rental supplier will require you to leave a deposit at the time of picking up the vehicle. f you do not have a credit card at the time of collection, you can not leave the deposit, which means that the supplier can cancel the booking without a chance of a refund. Losing your booking without getting your money back does not happen very often, but it is possible if you do not follow the conditions, ie have a credit card in the name of the main driver with enough credit so you can leave the deposit.To see which cards are accepted, as well as all the other payment terms relating to your booking, please click on blue and white info (i) icon. Although the most common credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard are most often accepted, it is always good to double check to be on the safe side. The terms will also be clearly stated on the voucher that Auto Europe sends to you by email after you have completed a booking on our website. Please check our dedicated page covering the most important credit cards and deposit FAQs for more detailed information on this topic.
What insurance do I need for my car rental in Stockholm?
When you book a cheap car hire in Stockholm with Auto Europe, you'll find that all the prices for our vehicles include the minimum amount of legally-required car hire coverage required to drive on Swedish roads. Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection (TP) are always included but come with a deductible, ie an amount for which the driver is financially responsible. Furthermore, not all parts of the vehicle are included in the CWD, such as the vehicle's tyres, keys, locks, etc. For this reason, we strongly recommend paying a little more and purchasing Auto Europe's excellent Full Damage & Theft Protection coverage which means that should anything happen on the road, you will be refunded the full amount. Full Damage & Theft Protection is a comprehensive policy that ensures drivers are covered in the event of the unexpected and covers the parts of the vehicle that are not included in the basic coverage.
Sometimes the staff at the pick-up location might try to offer other insurance products, such as Personal Accident Insurance (PAI), Personal Effect Coverage (PEC), Super CDW or roadside assistance. These packages are completely optional and you do not have to buy them if you do not want to. If you have already booked sufficient coverage via the Auto Europe website and feel pressured to buy another locally, we recommend contacting us before doing so. Most likely you do not need to acquire another protection and unfortunately Auto Europe can not offer ta refund if it later turns out that you bought unnecessary extra protection. Auto Europe is therefore not responsible for buying products locally and we strongly recommend that you contact us so we can clarify what coverage you have through us if you become unsure.
How is the traffic in Stockholm?
Though Stockholm is considered an easier city to drive in than most other large European cities due to its comparatively light traffic, there are some things that you should keep in mind when driving your car rental in Stockholm. For example, similarly to central London, there is a congestion charge in effect for driving in Stockholm. As the capital city, Stockholm is well-connected to other Swedish cities via numerous motorways. You could, for example, drive your car hire via the E4 motorway to Uppsala (located 44 miles from Stockholm) in less than an hour. And if you are planning a longer trip, Gothenburg (292 miles away) is reachable in about four and a half hours by taking the E4 and continuing on Route 40.
For more tips on getting around Stockholm and the rest of the country by car, please visit our Sweden driving guide for lots of useful information relating to getting around the country by car.
Where can I park my car hire in Stockholm?
Free parking in the city centre is difficult to find when you rent a car in Stockholm, but there are many other options that allow you to leave your car rental in a convenient location and explore the city. Firstly, there are numerous car parks in the centre with varying rates, many of which can be found in the Norrmalm area. Secondly, if you are able to find a parking space, you could opt for street parking and pay using the designated parking meters (most accept coins and Visa and Mastercard credit cards with rates charged by the hour). Pay for your parking space in advance and remember to display your ticket clearly on the dashboard for the traffic warden to see. Finally, the city operates a popular 'park-and-ride' scheme with car parks close to 25 public transport zones, thus allowing you to leave your low-cost car rental in Stockholm parked at a reasonable cost and explore the city using public transport.
Do I need to pay congestion charges when driving my car hire in Stockholm?
Yes. The congestion charge area includes the whole of the Stockholm city centre areas such as Södermalm, Norrmalm, Östermalm, Vasastaden, Kungsholmen, Stora Essingen, Lilla Essingen and Djurgården. There are 18 unmanned electronic payment stations at all entrances to this area (this is helped by the fact that Stockholm was built on a series of islands). The congestion tax is applied to vehicles on both entry and exit of the affected area.The amount to pay depends on the time of the day the driver enters or exits the congestion tax area. The tax may be paid directly via a website or over the telephone by credit card, or alternatively it can be paid at any 7-11 and Pressbyrån convenience stores in the City. Please note that The tax is not paid on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays or the day before public holidays, nor during the night time period (18:30–06:29).
Can I travel on ferries with my car hire in Stockholm?
Yes, subject normally to pre-authorisation by both Auto Europe and the supplier with the payment of an extra fee at the time of pick-up to cover the insurance. If you are planning to hire a car in Stockholm and travel by ferry, please call the Auto Europe rental specialists in order to find out whether or not your trip will be is possible. Clients wishing to travel to the island of Gotland (from Nynäshamn, approximately a 45-minute drive from Stockholm) are advised to rent a car directly on the island in Visby. Nevertheless, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty and Hertz all allow travel to the island, which includes local car ferries operating in the Stockholm archipelago, pre-approval for which is always a must.
Stockholm Travel Guide
Touring Stockholm and its environs means discovering a wonderland of islands, woodlands, lakes and picturesque coastal towns and villages at a leisurely pace. Stockholm itself is one of Europe's most stylish cities and a centre for fashion, art, music and fine-dining, along with an exhaustive choice of top museums and galleries to visit. Sweden's road and motorway network is excellent, which means that travelling across country to Gothenburg is easily manageable with a car hire in Stockholm.
Best day trips with my car rental in Stockholm
With a generous scattering of scenic lakeside towns and centuries-old castles, Stockholm's environs offer plenty of scope for a very enjoyable day trip, particularly during the warm summer months. It's always a good idea to share the driving when touring the area by car, which Auto Europe's customers can do by taking advantage of our regular Free Additional Driver offers available on our website.
For clients looking to go even further with their cheap car rental in Stockholm, it is also possible to undertake an extended road-trip by returning the car rental in another city, a so called One Way car hire, which will allow for extra flexibility.
Stockholm Archipelago
With over 30,000 islands in total, the nearby Archipelago is the perfect region for drivers looking to get the best out of their car rental in Stockholm. Covering an area of more than 650 square miles, it is the ideal place for a relaxing road-trip in close proximity to the Swedish capital. When touring the Stockholm Archipelago, don't miss out on the chance to visit Vaxholm Fortress which houses a fascinating museum displaying artefacts from its days as a important fortress.
Engelsberg Ironworks
A two-hour drive on Route 66 from the centre of Stockholm takes you to the Engelsberg Ironworks, which was a hive of activity in the 17th and 18th centuries. Visitors to this well-preserved centre of Swedish ironworks from days gone by can enter many of the buildings which have been conserved in their original condition, including the office building, inspector’s house, smiths’ cottages, coach-house, stables, brewery and master gardener’s house.
Sigtuna
Located just 45 minutes north of Stockholm, less than an hour's drive from the city centre, the ancient town of Sigtuna (Sweden's first) sits idyllically on the shores of Lake Mälaren in the country's scenic Uppland region. Visitors can take a walk through Sigtuna's thousand-year history and learn about how the town was originally founded and discover why so many of its magnificent churches were built.
Gripsholm Castle
Built by King Gustav in 1537, Gripsholm Castle is an impressive medieval fortress and a top tourism destination once all the city sightseeing is done. There's much to enjoy here besides the spectacular views from the castle's walls, most notably the Swedish State's collection of portraits featuring famous Swedes from the days of Gustav Vasa to Abba musician and composer, Benny Andersson. Other attractions include the castle's extensive grounds and the nearby Hjorthagen Nature Reserve, home to dozens of deer.
What to do in Stockholm
As one of the Europe's most popular and appealing capitals, Stockholm receives more visitors than any other city in Scandinavia on account of its lovely setting and wide variety of innovative tourist attractions. There are several things that you simply cannot miss, such as the Vasa Museum featuring the best-preserved ship from the 17th century and the Abba Museum where visitors can immerse themselves in the history and popularity of the world's most famous supergroup.
- Gamla Stan: No visit to Stockholm is complete without a stroll around the narrow streets of Stockholm's Old Town, many of which are just a few metres apart. Stockholm was born here and the most poignant reminder is the Royal Palace (Kungliga Slottet), a striking symbol of Sweden's power and influence in the 17th and 18th centuries.
- Vasa Museum: Sweden's highly-esteemed 64-gun warship - the Vasa - set sail from Stockholm in 1628, only to immediately sink on her maiden voyage. Discovered at the bottom of the sea 333 years later, today's visitors can inspect the world's only preserved ship dating from the 17th century. Besides the Vasa itself, the attraction includes a film about the ship's history, regular exhibitions and a variety of other historic vessels such as a historic torpedo boat, icebreaker and a rare lightship.
- Abba Museum: Sweden gave the world one of the world's most famous pop groups and Stockholm offers an entire museum dedicated to the four-piece known as Abba. Key features at this wonderful family attraction include the band's costumes, karaoke booths and personal accounts from all four members. Visitors can also dance along to holograms of the band and mix their own songs.
- Drottningholm: Comprising a castle, perfectly-preserved theatre, wonderful gardens and a delightful Chinese pavilion, the Royal Domain of Drottningholm stands on an island in Lake Mälar, a picturesque setting in a suburb of Stockholm. This fine example of an 18th-century north European royal residence was inspired by the Palace of Versailles and today ranks as one of the most visited attraction in Sweden.
- Stockholm City Museum: Free to enter, the amazing Stockholm City Museum tells the story of Stockholm’s development from the 13th century settlers to the opening of the Swedish capital's modern Metro system. The museum's star exhibit is the Solberga hoard discovered by two boys in 1955 featuring more than 2,000 coins and many rare pieces of jewellery.
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