<h2><strong>What is the local currency in Sweden?</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The currency of Sweden is the Swedish Krona (SEK). 1 GBP = is 11.55 SEK (as of 5th October 2020).</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <h2><strong>Do I tip whilst in Sweden?</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Sweden, tipping is appreciated and recommended in bars, restaurants, and taxis etc. Typically, a round up to the nearest krona will suffice. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Caxton conducted research into tipping etiquette throughout Europe and found that unlike other countries, it is not a requirement to tip hotel or tour guides when in Sweden.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">View our </span><a rel="noopener" href="/travel-money/what-you-need-to-know-about-tipping-on-holiday/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">tipping guide</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for more advice on tipping abroad. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <h2><strong>Using cash in Sweden</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When travelling, our experts would recommend always bringing a small amount of cash with you on every trip, for initial taxi transfers or hotel deposits etc. The rest of your travel money should be put onto a </span><a rel="noopener" href="/currency-cards/caxton-currency-account/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Caxton multi-currency card</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, for safe and secure spending.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cash is no longer king in Sweden (even more so after COVID-19,) and almost all establishments accept credit/debit cards.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Most international banks and money outlets now charge a fee for using ATM machines, as do most card providers. Taking a travel prepaid card and a credit card is recommended as Caxton does not charge for international ATM use regardless of sum or number of times, (but check with your card provider about charges.)</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We would recommend still bringing your bank card on your trip as a backup option. However, if you decide to take your bank card, we recommend telling your bank before you go so the transaction isn’t identified as fraudulent, but be prepared for fees and high exchange rates.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All major cards are accepted widely in Sweden at key tourist hubs.</span></p> <p> </p> <h2><strong>The price of eating and drinking in Sweden</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As a rough guideline, we’ve put together a list of the costs of spending an average day in Sweden:</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Domestic beer = 68 SEK (approx £5.90) </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One-way ticket on local transport = 30 SEK (approx £2.60)</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Meal, inexpensive restaurant = 100 SEK (approx £8.70)</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bottle of wine (mid-range) = 93 SEK (approx £8.00)</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bottle of water = 17 SEK (approx £1.50)</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <h2><strong>What happens if I have my wallet stolen whilst in Sweden?</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sweden is known to be a safe country with friendly and helpful people, but this shouldn’t stop you from being smart whilst you travel. If the majority of your cash is on a </span><a rel="noopener" href="/currency-cards/caxton-currency-account/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">prepaid card</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, this will be automatically protected. However, in case the worse happens, here are the list of major debit/credit card ‘lost and stolen’ numbers:</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">HSBC/First Direct - +44 1442 422929</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Natwest - +44 1268 500 813</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lloyds Bank - +44 1702 278270</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Barclays - +442476842099</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Santander - +44 1908 237 963</span></p> <p> </p> <h2><strong>The cost of tourist attractions in Sweden</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some examples of Sweden's most popular tourist attractions are:</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vasa Museum:</span></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The Vasa Museum is a maritime museum set inside <span>the world's best preserved 17th century ship and also the most visited museum in Scandinavia. Children under 18 can visit for free, and adult ticket price is 170.00 kr (approx £15.00)</span></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Royal Palace:</span></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stockholm Palace or the Royal Palace is the official residence and major royal palace of the Swedish monarch. Stockholm Palace is on Stadsholmen, in Gamla stan in the capital, Stockholm. Tourists can enjoy a tour of the palace for 140 SEK (£12) per adult, and 70 SEK (£6) for children or students. </span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ABBA museum:</span></span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Sweden is renown for the pop band </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">ABBA, so it makes sense why they have a dedicated museum for the band. The ABBA museums is an interactive exhibition about the pop band ABBA that opened in Stockholm.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <h2><strong>The best Swedish souvenirs</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whilst in Sweden, you may as well spend any remaining currency, if only small amount, on some traditional Swedish souvenirs, such as:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dala Horse </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Swedish clogs</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Slotts mustard</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lingonberry jam </span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Alternatively, if </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">you’re not a big fan of clogs</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, you can use Caxton’s </span><a rel="noopener" href="/currency-cards/buy-back-guarantee/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">buy back guarantee</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to get rid of any unused Kronor. By doing this you ensure that if the exchange rate moves against you, you won't lose out. </span></p> <p><a rel="noopener" href="/the-best-prepaid-currency-card-and-account/" target="_blank"><img style="width: 500px; height: 125px;" src="https://mediaumbraco.blob.core.windows.net/img/1099354/caxtoncard-promo-banner-02.png?width=500&height=125" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/d2ce56b6d4dd46298f0dcafd9c58b9d8" /></a></p>