From new hotel openings and spa hideaways to culinary hotspots and immersive nature experiences, Sweden's 2026 lineup offers a fresh take on sustainable travel and wellness. As the first country ever to be prescribed by doctors as a destination for mental and physical recovery, Sweden continues to prioritize balance, nature and the art of slowing down.

With a list full of events to help next year's travel plans, we send you off into this year´s Christmas season with wishes for a God Jul & Gott Nytt År - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2026!

Follow these links to the full lists in our press room or scroll down for a brief summary of the 20 top picks.

Accommodation news

Foodie news

Nature and sustainability news

Hotels and Spas

In 2026, Sweden's most buzzworthy stays combine design, serenity and scenic escape. For full descriptions and booking details: Visit Sweden – 2026 Hotel & Spa Highlights

• Villa Äng – Harads, Swedish Lapland
• Ruby Hotels – New opening in Stockholm
• Hotel J – Gateway to the Stockholm archipelago
• Grand Hôtel Stockholm – The only Nordic hotel featured on Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Gold List
• Acqua de Foresta Spa at Villa Foresta Hotel – Lidingö island, Stockholm
• Hagastrand Hotel & Spa – New wellness-focused property in Stockholm
• Margretes Badhotell – Coastal charm in southern Skåne
• Stopover – A new nature retreat in Falkenberg on Sweden's west coast
• Hästnäs Logi Glamping – A forest-based glamping concept in Hälsingland

Food and Drink

Sweden's culinary scene sees several high-profile debuts in 2026. For more details:
Visit Sweden – Food Experiences

• Emberlin – Chef Björn Frantzén launches a contemporary grill in Stockholm
• Karlatornet – Sweden's tallest public tower opens in Gothenburg, featuring sky-high dining
• Knystaforsen – Named one of the world's 10 “coolest” restaurants for 2026 by Forbes - Cover photo 
• La Girafe – The Parisian favorite opens its first Swedish location in Uppsala
• Bankpalatset – A stylish new bistro and bar in Helsingborg

Nature and Wellness Events

Wellness remains a top resolution worldwide, according to annual YouGov polls in both the UK and U.S. For travelers seeking meaningful ways to act on that promise, Sweden offers a blend of low-impact, high-reward experiences — rooted in nature, sustainability, and personal renewal. For full listings: Visit Sweden – Nature and Outdoor Events

• Sunday Ice Bathing in Umeå – Weekly cold dips every Sunday at 10 AM
• Kullahalvön Winter Wine Run – Scenic race through vineyards and coastline in Skåne, January 24, 2026
• 2026 Winter Swimming World Cup in Skellefteå – February 27 to March 1, 2026
• Society Expo 26 in Skellefteå – A forward-looking exhibition on sustainable living, May 27 to June 9, 2026
• Self-guided hiking on the High Coast (Höga Kusten) – May through September 2026
• Evening excursions to observe Arctic foxes in Jämtland – Summer 2026
  
  

Contact: Josefin Haraldsson, Sr PR Manager USA at Visit Sweden, pressusa@visitsweden.com