Experience the exciting story of Västra Södermalm's industrial heritage during our industrial history walk.
Join us on a fascinating walk through Västra Södermalm's industrial history! During the tour we will visit old industrial areas where manufactures and industries dominated from the 18th century to the first half of the 20th century. We will tell you about the factories and industrial environments that shaped the area's history and culture.
The start takes place at a former shoe factory, once the largest in Stockholm, to continue the story of the area's proud shipbuilding and engineering industry. From the first Swedish industrial steam engine to the purest vodka, you will hear stories about passionate entrepreneurs and exciting corporate battles.
We will also visit Långholmen's Spinnhus, a former women's prison and workhouse from the 18th century, as well as a malmgård (nobilty summerhouse) with a long industrial history. We will explore places that used to be quarries and other interesting industrial environments.
Welcome to discover Västra Södermalm's fascinating industrial heritage with us. Book your tickets today and be part of this inspiring walk through history!
Level: Medium/Strengthening (Several uphills)
To keep in mind: Bring a bottle of water if warm weather. An umbrella in case of rain.
Use good walking shoes. No high heels.
The company started in 2019 by Stanley Rutgersson a qualified tourist guide for Stockholm in English and Swedish and member of FSAG (Association of Stockholm’s Authorized Guides). We have received the Scandinavian Business Award two years in a row: City Tour Guide of the Year 2023 and Walking Tour Operator of the Year 2024.
Stanley has a deep interest of Stockholm history, and has specific knowledge about the industrial history from mid 1600 to mid 1900.
The company has been working for the larger DMC companies, mainly by welcoming tourists arriving by Cruise ships, and then bring them on a guided panorama bus tour, including visits to museums and tourist attractions, e.g. Vasa museum, City Hall, Royal Palace.
We offer a number of walk tours where historical events and anecdotes are told, while showing important places, buildings and monuments.
Tailored walk tours and event packages can also be arranged.
We enjoy meeting people and learn about different cultures in different parts of the world. Please get in touch.