Mother’s Day is a lovely excuse to slow down, spend time together, and do something that feels a little special. In Sweden, Mother’s Day falls on Sunday 31 May 2026 and in Stockholm, few things beat a memorable experience on the water.
Below are three of our favourites: a scenic boat trip to the Artipelag art museum, a 3-hour archipelago brunch cruise, and a lunch cruise to Drottningholm Palace.
Looking for a full-day outing that feels like a mini escape from the city? The boat trip to Artipelag is a fantastic choice. You’ll depart from central Stockholm and cruise through beautiful waterways like Skurusundet and the narrow Baggenstäket passage. The journey is a highlight in itself!
Once you arrive, you can explore Artipelag’s exhibitions and architecture, then enjoy easy walks in the surrounding coastal nature. To make the day even smoother, you can also add lunch on board when booking.
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If you’d like something that’s both delicious and scenic without planning a full day trip, our archipelago brunch cruise is a safe bet. On board S/S Stockholm, Strömma Kanalbolaget’s flagship, you’ll enjoy a three-hour cruise with archipelago views, elegant salons and a brunch buffet that turns the ride into a celebration.
The boat departs from Strandvägen in central Stockholm, making it an easy add-on to a weekend in the city.
This is perfect if you want to:
For a classic Stockholm experience that combines sightseeing with a great meal, choose the lunch cruise to Drottningholm Palace. You’ll travel across Lake Mälaren towards Drottningholm Palace, enjoying lunch on board in the boat’s charming salons.
You can either stay on board for a lunch cruise round trip, or step off at the palace to explore the grounds and return later the same day.
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