Best 200 photo locations in Sweden

Sweden is a beautiful country, with plenty of stunning locations for taking photos. From the snow-covered mountains of Lapland to the rolling hills of the countryside, there are a plethora of options available. Whether you’re a professional photographer or an amateur looking to capture some beautiful shots of the scenery, here are some of the best locations in Sweden to take photos.The Stockholm Archipelago is one of the most beautiful places in all of Sweden. With over 30,000 islands, islets and skerries, there are endless opportunities for stunning photography. Visit in the summer months and you can take advantage of the midnight sun and capture the stunning beauty of the archipelago, with its rocky cliffs, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.The Swedish capital of Stockholm is also a great location for photography. From the cobbled streets of the Old Town to the vibrant city center, there are plenty of spots for capturing the beauty of Stockholm. Make sure to visit the iconic City Hall, as well as Fotografiska – a museum dedicated to photography.The West Coast of Sweden is another great location for photography. The rugged coastline of Bohuslän is perfect for capturing the wild beauty of the region, with its vast forests, rocky outcrops and spectacular views. The Göta Canal is also a great place for photography, with its picturesque locks and aqueducts.The High Coast of Sweden is another great destination for photographers. Here, you can find the stunning views of the High Coast Trail, as well as the rugged beauty of the coastline. This area is also the perfect place for capturing the diverse nature of Sweden, with its forests, lakes and mountains.If you’re looking for something a bit more unique, then the Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is the perfect place to visit. This stunning hotel is made entirely out of snow and ice and is the perfect place for capturing some truly unique and beautiful photographs.Finally, the Swedish capital of Stockholm is a great place to take photos. The city is filled with stunning architecture, from the iconic City Hall to the more modern buildings of the city center. There are also plenty of parks and green spaces to explore, such as Royal Djurgården, which is perfect for capturing some stunning shots of the Swedish capital.No matter where you decide to take photos in Sweden, there are plenty of stunning locations to choose from. Whether you’re looking to capture the beauty of the Swedish countryside, the wild beauty of the coast, or the unique snow and ice of the Icehotel, there are plenty of great locations for taking photos in Sweden.

Top photo spots in Sweden

  1. Hoppets kapell, Östra kyrkogården, Malmö - 45 photos; landscape, architecture
  2. Gamla Stan Street - 45 photos; urban
  3. Vik beach - 27 photos; water
  4. Construction Site - 42 photos
  5. The White Tower - 41 photos; landscape
  6. Tietgenkollegiet - 44 photos; architecture, panoramic
  7. Grundtvig Church - 45 photos; architecture
  8. Uttakleiv Beach - 45 photos; landscape, water
  9. Frederiksberg Park - 40 photos; water, architecture
  10. Gamla Stan - 45 photos; landscape, urban
  11. Sankta Birgittas kapell - 23 photos; architecture
  12. Ørestad - 11 photos; landscape, nature, water, wildlife
  13. Stortorget - 45 photos; people, architecture, urban
  14. Egon Olsens Vej - 9 photos; abandoned
  15. Cherrytrees - 45 photos; nature
  16. Gefion fountain - 45 photos
  17. Kleppstad - 35 photos; architecture
  18. Drottningholm Palace - 45 photos; architecture
  19. The Woodland Cemetery - 45 photos; nature
  20. Tivoli by night - 45 photos; nature, water, architecture
  21. Skokloster palace - 45 photos; architecture
  22. Northern Lights - 6 photos
  23. Christiansborg Palace - 41 photos; architecture
  24. Riksdagshuset and Riddarholmen Church - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  25. Stockholm City Hall (Stockholms stadshus) - 45 photos
  26. Tyresta National Park - 34 photos; landscape, nature, water, wildlife
  27. Meadow with Wild Flowers - landscape, nature
  28. St. Jørgens Sø & Planetarium - 39 photos; abandoned
  29. Skansen - 45 photos; landscape, wildlife, architecture
  30. Årsta Bay - 37 photos; landscape, water
  31. København - 10 photos; landscape
  32. The Lofoten Islands - 15 photos; landscape
  33. Kastellholmen - 45 photos; water, panoramic
  34. Adam och Eva på Ängsö Nationalpark - 5 photos; landscape, nature
  35. Kommandantgaarden - Kastellet - 45 photos; architecture, abandoned
  36. Stockholm - Old Town - 45 photos; urban
  37. Damhussøen - water
  38. Uppsala Cathedral - 45 photos; architecture
  39. Storkespringvandet - 38 photos; urban
  40. Ulriksdals Slott - 28 photos; panoramic
  41. The Royal Swedish Opera - 45 photos; architecture
  42. View of Stockholm and Gamla Stan - Old Town - 45 photos; sunset, landscape, urban
  43. The Fountain of Näsikallio - 45 photos; landscape, panoramic
  44. Old Town - 38 photos
  45. Abandoned house - abandoned
  46. Flottsbro - 26 photos; water
  47. Opera Hedeland
  48. Abandoned Artillery - 8 photos; architecture, urban, abandoned
  49. Stensjödal - 15 photos; nature
  50. Plaza Sergel - Estocolmo - 45 photos; people, architecture, urban
  51. The Vikings House - nature, architecture
  52. "Riga" - 45 photos; landscape, architecture, urban
  53. Dominican Monastery Church - 45 photos; architecture
  54. St. Clare Church - 45 photos; urban, transport
  55. Stockholm Waterfront - 45 photos; water, transport
  56. Djurgården - landscape
  57. View from Söders Höjder - 45 photos; landscape
  58. Sigtuna Marina - 45 photos
  59. Frederiksberg have - 40 photos; landscape
  60. Riddarholmen - 45 photos; architecture

Photo spots in Sweden, by area

Questions about photo spots in Sweden

What are the best photo spots in Sweden?

The top 5 of the 2,257 photo spots ShotHotspot has mapped in Sweden, ranked by how often they're photographed, viewed and voted for:

  1. Hoppets kapell, Östra kyrkogården, Malmö - 45 photos, good for landscape and architecture photography
  2. Gamla Stan Street - 45 photos, good for urban photography
  3. Vik beach - 27 photos, good for water photography
  4. Construction Site - 42 photos
  5. The White Tower - 41 photos, good for landscape photography

Where can I photograph the sunset in Sweden?

The top-ranked spots in Sweden for sunset and sunrise photography:

  1. View of Stockholm and Gamla Stan - Old Town - 45 photos, good for sunset, landscape and urban photography
  2. Øresund Bridge - 40 photos, good for sunset, water and architecture photography
  3. Skellefteå kommun - 34 photos, good for sunset and urban photography
  4. River Restaurant On The Pier - 16 photos, good for sunset photography
  5. Old Man's Frost Nature - 45 photos, good for sunset, landscape and nature photography

Where can I do a photoshoot in Sweden?

The top-ranked spots in Sweden for portrait, people and wedding photography:

  1. Stortorget - 45 photos, good for people, architecture and urban photography
  2. Plaza Sergel - Estocolmo - 45 photos, good for people, architecture and urban photography
  3. forrest - 16 photos, good for people, landscape and water photography
  4. Female Lotta Sebastian Kvinna - 16 photos, good for people photography

Are there abandoned places to photograph in Sweden?

Yes: ShotHotspot has mapped 219 abandoned places in Sweden, including Egon Olsens Vej, St. Jørgens Sø & Planetarium and Kommandantgaarden - Kastellet. Many are private property or unsafe, so get permission before you visit.

Abandoned places in Sweden

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