Under the bridges tour

On Sunday we took the 1:50 long boat tour (SEK 220 ~ US$35pp) which was definitely worthwhile and interesting. Lots of water in this city of 14 islands… with lots of little waterside park’s with people swimming and sunbathing, and many 6-8 storey apt buildings with water views.

After a little walk down the main street of Södermalm (close to the hotel), we effectively had dinner at the free hotel happy hour, which included hot and cold appetizers as well as beer, wine and liquor ( and an assortment if tasty cheeses).

Then we hopped on the T-bana (metro – modern, fast, efficient and pricey at SEK 36 ~ US$ 6pp each way) about 7 stops to meet my friend and former coworker John, chatting over a pint.

Vasa Museum

Very interesting museum of a restored 17th Century warship that sank after 1km on its maiden voyage. Not wide enough for it’s height so it wasn’t stable.
Scale model,  inc 150 statues:

The real deal:

And I like the realistic look of shock on the figurines in this diorama (the guy on the right couldn’t bear to watch the sinking)

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