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Best Places to Visit in Scandinavia

  • Writer: Erin
    Erin
  • Sep 14, 2020
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jul 29

Scandinavia is a North-European subregion that includes Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and could sometimes also include Iceland and Finland. It is known for its strong cultural, historical, as well as linguistic ties. You may have chosen Scandinavia to see the aurora borealis, also known as Northern lights, but there are many more breathtaking natural landscapes in this region. Here are the top four that should be on your list when you plan a trip to Scandinavia.


A wide shot of the iconic Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, Denmark, sitting on a large rock at the edge of the blue water. The statue is a small, bronze figure of a mermaid. The foreground features rocky shorelines on both sides, with the calm blue water of the harbor in the center. In the background, a cityscape with buildings, boats, and green trees is visible under a clear sky.
The Little Mermaid Statue in Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen is a trendy yet welcoming city on the waterside and has lively cafes, bars, and music events. You can explore it by boat or bicycle and visit museums, Viking sites, modern art galleries, and enjoy Danish food, too. The New Nordic cuisine has come up as an unparalleled scene here in recent years.


A close-up shot details the intricate wooden carvings on the stern of a large, dark wooden warship, likely the Vasa in Stockholm, Sweden. The carvings depict numerous figures, including soldiers, cherubs, and mythological creatures, all rendered in a highly ornate and detailed style. The wood appears old and weathered, with visible grain and texture.
Warship in Vasa museum in Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm is a collection of 14 islands that can easily be accessed by boat. It has beautiful medieval streets, world-class museums such as Vasa, which occupies a restored 17th-century ship, and regal palaces. The city has a cool café and nightlife culture, along with great cuisine and designer boutiques. You can go skiing or ice-skating in the winters or hiking in the summers, and enjoy some delicious Swedish meatballs, too.


An aerial or elevated view captures a stunning Norwegian fjord landscape. A long, narrow body of vibrant blue water, likely a fjord, winds through dramatic green mountains with snow-capped peaks. A small village with traditional red-roofed houses is nestled on the banks, with a river flowing into the fjord and a bridge crossing it. Lush green fields and forests cover the hillsides under a partly cloudy sky.
Norwegian Fjords

The Norwegian Fjords

Norway is known to have around 1200 fjords, and it is a must-visit when you’re in the Scandinavian region. If you only time to visit one fjord, the Geirangerfjord is the one to check out. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is nearly nine miles long and a little less than one mile wide. This fjord has steep cliffs on both sides along with some exceptional waterfalls. It also has some of the world’s most beautiful hiking trails. You can also take a bus tour around it if hiking isn’t really your thing.


A vibrant landscape shot captures the iconic Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall in Iceland, with its multiple cascades flowing into a dark river in the foreground. Beyond the waterfalls, the distinctive, conical Kirkjufell mountain rises majestically. The surrounding landscape is green and rugged, with a small bridge visible on the left. The sky is bright blue with scattered white clouds.
Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall in Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

Ring Road of Iceland

Iceland, also known as the land of Fire and Ice, is a natural wonder in itself. It has active volcanoes and glaciers and also a black-sand beach (Reynisfjara). The best way to explore the wonders of this land is to take a leisurely drive along Ring Road that is a sprawling byway circling the entire island. Along the way, you can find some of the best sites in the country, such as the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, where you can hike to an active volcano and glacier. You could even visit the famous geothermal spa that’s snuggled within a lava field!


There are many other places you can visit in Scandinavia that will leave you mesmerized, along with some of the most unique seafood cuisine in each of the countries of this region!


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