Kayaking around Djurgården, Stockholm
A beautiful 22 km day trip by kayak around Djurgården for experienced paddlers – through the Hammarby lock, across the shipping lane at Stadsgården and past Strandvägen and Gröna Lund.
What you can rent
Single kayak
From SEK 290
Stable and easy to paddle – for those who want to paddle on their own.
Double kayak
From SEK 580
Roomy and very stable. Perfect for beginners and for paddling together.
Canoe
From SEK 580
Open canoe for 2–3 people. Paddles, life jackets, map and instructions included.
Paddling when the water is cold? Rent a dry suit at our shop on Hornsgatan.
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Why Långholmen Kayak?
Over 250,000 guests
One of Sweden's largest kayak rentals.
Stockholm from the water
The best way to see the city skyline – the Old Town, City Hall and Norr Mälarstrand.
Calm for beginners
Start in the sheltered Pålsund Canal, with a briefing before you paddle out.
Lovely even in the rain
Light rain and still water make some of the finest trips.
In the middle of the city
Close to Hornstull metro station. Life jacket, paddle and map included.
Kayak rental in central Stockholm
At Långholmen Kajak you can rent a kayak, canoe or SUP and see Stockholm from its most beautiful side – from the water. It doesn't matter if you have never paddled before or if you are an experienced paddler.
Our rental is located in the calm Pålsund Canal on Långholmen, with little wind and no waves – the best starting point for beginners. You paddle past leafy trees and old wooden boats, with views of the Old Town (Gamla stan), City Hall, Norr Mälarstrand and the Essinge Islands.
Our staff help you with the equipment, suggest a route based on the day's weather and go through safety and paddling technique before you head out. Our kayaks and canoes are stable and easy to paddle, so everyone can feel safe on the water.
Our rental is located in the calm Pålsund Canal on Långholmen, with little wind and no waves – the best starting point for beginners. You paddle past leafy trees and old wooden boats, with views of the Old Town (Gamla stan), City Hall, Norr Mälarstrand and the Essinge Islands.
Our staff help you with the equipment, suggest a route based on the day's weather and go through safety and paddling technique before you head out. Our kayaks and canoes are stable and easy to paddle, so everyone can feel safe on the water.
What's included?
Kayak: kayak, buoyancy aid, paddle, spray skirt and map.
Canoe: canoe, buoyancy aids, paddles, map and basic instructions.
You can add a waterproof dry bag for your phone and other things that need to stay dry.
Canoe: canoe, buoyancy aids, paddles, map and basic instructions.
You can add a waterproof dry bag for your phone and other things that need to stay dry.
How it works
Book online and you know there will be a kayak or canoe ready for you when you arrive. You can also come straight to the rental if there are boats available.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your booked time. You check in with our staff, leave your things on our shelf and get help finding the right equipment. Before you paddle out you get a short briefing on safety and paddling technique, and we help you into the kayak and adjust the footrests.
When you come back, we help you out and take care of the equipment – while you stretch your legs and enjoy an ice cream in the sun.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your booked time. You check in with our staff, leave your things on our shelf and get help finding the right equipment. Before you paddle out you get a short briefing on safety and paddling technique, and we help you into the kayak and adjust the footrests.
When you come back, we help you out and take care of the equipment – while you stretch your legs and enjoy an ice cream in the sun.
Paddling in the heart of Stockholm – see what a trip looks like from the water
Paddling for companies and groups
Planning a kick-off, team building or an after-work event? We welcome companies and groups – both for paddling on your own and for guided tours.
- We take care of the whole group from start to finish.
- You can change the number of participants up to 7 days before when paddling on your own.
- Guided tours are held in Swedish, or in English if anyone in the group speaks English.
Kayak rental FAQ
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The rental is open during the season, which in 2027 runs from 8 May to 19 September. You can see available times when you book.
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No. Our kayaks and canoes are stable, and you start out in the calm Pålsund Canal. You get a briefing on safety and paddling technique before you set off. If you want to learn more, take our kayak course for beginners (in Swedish).
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Rain is no problem – some of the very best trips are when there is a little rain in the air and the water is calm. Bring a rain jacket and preferably a change of clothes. Want to be able to change your time if the weather changes? Choose the rebooking guarantee when you book.
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We do not accept cancellations or give refunds for rentals, and without the rebooking guarantee you cannot change your booking.
With the rebooking guarantee you can change your time yourself up to 6 hours before your booked time. You do this via our FAQ page – find the question about the rebooking guarantee, click the link and enter your booking number and e-mail.
The rebooking guarantee is not available for courses and guided tours. Read all terms on our rental prices page.
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If we cancel for safety reasons, for example thunder or wind that our staff judge to be too strong, you can rebook free of charge or get a credit note. This applies to everyone, including guests without the rebooking guarantee.
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We have no parking of our own, but there is street parking on Södermalm a few minutes' walk away. The easiest way is to take the metro (tunnelbana) to Hornstull and walk across the Långholmen bridge – you'll find us down by the quay. The nearest address is Alstaviksvägen 3.
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Yes. Dry suits are rented from our shop at Hornsgatan 151 – see dry suit rental for prices and sizes.
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Read more about gift cards, punch cards and wellness allowance.
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Yes. Our guided kayak tours are held in English when there are English-speaking participants, otherwise in Swedish.
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See corporate paddling and after-work paddling, or contact us at uthyrning@langholmenkajak.se.
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What our guests say
“Smooth reception, knowledgeable staff who keep track of the weather. Beautiful views. All in all a really nice experience.”Lisa M
“I would really like to recommend Långholmen Kayak. Such friendly staff, nice kayaks and a fabulously beautiful place to paddle!”Christel E
“The guide was excellent and the city is even more beautiful from the water, if that's possible. A great way to get active and have a unique experience.”Rebecca
Over 5,300 reviews in our booking system and over 1,000 reviews on Google. Some reviews have been translated from Swedish.
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Find us
All rentals start at Långholmen by the Pålsund Canal. The nearest address is Alstaviksvägen 3.
The easiest way is to take the metro (tunnelbana) to Hornstull and walk across the Långholmen bridge – you'll find us down by the quay. By bus, get off at Högalidsgatan (bus 4) or Bergsunds strand (buses 54 and 66). We have no parking of our own, but there is street parking on Södermalm a few minutes' walk away.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your booked time. Welcome!
The easiest way is to take the metro (tunnelbana) to Hornstull and walk across the Långholmen bridge – you'll find us down by the quay. By bus, get off at Högalidsgatan (bus 4) or Bergsunds strand (buses 54 and 66). We have no parking of our own, but there is street parking on Södermalm a few minutes' walk away.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your booked time. Welcome!
Courses and guided tours
Kayak course for beginners (in Swedish)
Guided kayak tour in Stockholm
Kayak roll course (in Swedish)
Night paddling in Stockholm
Playful SUP yoga (in Swedish)
After-work paddling
