Stockholm Private Food Tour — A Relaxed, Private Tasting Walk Through the Old Town
Want the food tour to bend around you? This private walking tour is just your group, with flexible start times and a relaxed pace through the Old Town — golden-fried herring, creamy potatoes with lingonberries, prawn toast, a secret dish and a princess cake finale. It's the intimate, no-rush option among the food tours in Stockholm. Here's everything it covers.
About This Private Food Tour
Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund
Hold your date and pay closer to the day
Relaxed, intimate pace — no shouting over crowds
Every question answered, just for your group
Flexible start times that work around you
Wheelchair and stroller accessible; infants on laps
Why Book the Private Stockholm Food Tour
A private food tour buys you two things money usually can't on a group walk: flexibility and intimacy. Start times are far more relaxed, the route bends to your interests and pace, and you never have to crane to hear the guide or wait for a big group to move on. As Secret Food Tours puts it, everything works around you — and you leave 'feeling like a native yourself.'
That makes it the standout choice for couples marking a special occasion, families with kids (it's wheelchair and stroller accessible, and infants sit on laps), and anyone who simply prefers a cosy, private experience. You'll still taste the full sweep of Swedish classics, finishing with the impeccably creamy, fluffy princess cake.
It's the premium pick at around $448 for your group — compare it against the value-focused options on our list of Stockholm food tours.
Because the guide tailors the day, it's also the most adaptable tour for dietary needs and curiosities — ask about anything from licorice to the city's medieval history as you walk.
Your Private Old Town Food Route
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Stop 1
Kornhamnstorg
Meet your private guide by the Bågspännaren statue in the middle of the square, take in the setting and dig into your first bites.
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Stop 2
Gamla Stan & Riddarholmen
Wander the Old Town with two stops here — visiting Swedish candy makers and a 'secret spot' for the day's secret dish and more.
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Stop 3
Drottninggatan
Walk the major pedestrian street and cross some lovely bridges toward Norrmalm, close to the central station.
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Stop 4
Hötorget
Explore the Hötorget area for more dishes amid the flower market, ending the tour close to Hötorget metro.
What You'll Taste on the Private Tour
The private tour serves the same beloved Swedish classics as the small-group tasting walk, at a pace that lets you linger:
- Golden-fried herring with crisp knäckebröd
- Creamy potatoes served with lingonberries and cucumber
- Prawn toast with mayo, sour cream, dill and roe
- One of Sweden's noble local cheeses
- Artisanal peppermint candies, handcrafted before your eyes
- A 'secret dish' revealed on the day
- A signature Swedish princess cake to finish
What's Included (and What Isn't)
What's Included
- A private guide for your group only, for the full 3 hours
- All food tastings, from herring to a princess cake finale
- A flexible start time arranged around your plans
- A relaxed walking tour of the Old Town, Riddarholmen and Hötorget
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (meeting point at Kornhamnstorg)
- Additional drinks beyond any included with the tastings
- Souvenirs and extra purchases from the shops you visit
Important Things to Know Before You Go
Confirmation is typically received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability, and the standard start time is late morning (around 11:30 am) — though as a private tour there's flexibility. You'll meet by the Bågspännaren statue in Kornhamnstorg and finish near Hötorget metro.
- What to bring: comfortable shoes and a light layer for the walk
- Travelers should have a moderate fitness level; the tour is otherwise accessible
- Tell your guide about allergies or dietary needs in advance — a private tour adapts easily
- Not allowed: the operator notes it's not suitable for those with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
For couples and small families who want zero rush, this is the gentlest of our food tours in Stockholm.
Where the Private Tour Begins — Kornhamnstorg, Old Town
Who This Private Tour Is For
Choose the private tour if flexibility, pace and a personal guide matter more than price.
- Couples celebrating an anniversary, birthday or special trip
- Families with children — it's wheelchair and stroller accessible
- Travelers who want flexible start times and a tailored route
- Anyone who'd rather not share the experience with a larger group
Not Suitable For
- Budget travelers — the small-group [tasting tour](/swedish-food-tasting-tour-stockholm/) is far cheaper per person
- Solo travelers hoping to meet others — a group tour suits that better
- Guests with heart problems or serious medical conditions, per the operator
Stockholm Private Food Tour — FAQ
How much does the private food tour cost?
Pricing starts around $448 for your group, with discounted rates for infants. Because it's private, that covers your whole party rather than being strictly per person — compare it with the per-person food tours in Stockholm to see which works out best for your group size.
Where does the private tour start and finish?
You meet by the Bågspännaren statue in the middle of Kornhamnstorg in the Old Town, and the tour ends near Hötorget metro, close to the central station. Exact details appear when you check availability.
Is the private food tour suitable for children and wheelchairs?
Yes — it's wheelchair and stroller accessible, and infants can sit on laps, making it the most family-friendly of the options. For a livelier small-group alternative, see the Swedish food tasting tour.
Can I choose my own start time?
As a private tour, start times are much more flexible than the group walks, arranged around your plans (the standard slot is late morning). Send your preferred timing when you book the tour.
What's the difference between this and the small-group tasting tour?
Both are run by Secret Food Tours and share the same Swedish classics and princess-cake finale. This one is private, more flexible and more relaxed; the small-group tasting tour is cheaper per person and more sociable.
What Travelers Say About the Private Tour
David was an amazing guide and the food was delicious! Good value for your money. A wonderful, relaxed introduction to Stockholm and Swedish food.
Nils was a fantastic guide. We learned lots about Gamla Stan while enjoying local food. Having it just for our group made it feel really special — a must while visiting Stockholm!
A terrific experience — we got to try a variety of foods and our guide could answer every question like it was second nature. The intimate, private pace made all the difference.