15 Photo Tours in Sweden to Book Before the Season Turns

1.Kiruna Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $223Our pick

You’ll leave Kiruna at 7 pm with a small group of up to seven, following guides such as Onur, Iris, Bernard, or Robin toward the clearest skies. The route may reach Abisko, and sometimes farther, with photo stops, a campfire, hot drinks, snacks, and professional aurora portraits. Expect cold, snow, and some walking.

“It was an amazing experience. I had been looking for that moment for so long and finally we saw the Northern Lights for a couple of hours with our eyes and it was unbelievable! Robin, our tour guide was very kind, caring and helpful. I really appreciate him. He made a warm cabin ready close to our spot and described everything about the Aurora.”

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2.The Ultimate Aurora Photo Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 514 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $183

Join Lights Over Lapland for a four-hour aurora hunt from Abisko or Björkliden. Guides such as Fabian, Michelle, Anna, Gavin, Félix, and Romy help you use a supplied DSLR and tripod. Depending on conditions, you may travel by 4x4 van, snowmobile sleigh, or on foot to a nearby teepee or wilderness camp.

“It was cloudy which of course they have nothing to do with weather. However, when it’s that bad, they should give you the option to reschedule or give your money back. I got much better pictures for free staying at my Airbnb. When the winner is blowing that hard and you just see a couple of muted greens I think they should say you can come back the next night or two since this was a bust. The staff were very friendly, which is why I rated it a four star, but I would never do this again. I took much better pictures on my iPhone. You do not have…”

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3.Northern Lights Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · 5 hours · from $187

Spend five hours chasing the aurora around Kiruna with an English-speaking guide and a photographer. Guides such as Onur, Iris, Robin, Laia, and Merxi track clear skies, drive toward Abisko, Finland, or Norway when needed, and set up a fire with hot lingonberry drinks and snacks. You receive photos and videos after the tour.

“Our guides, Robin and Laia were extremely kind and knowledgeable about the northern lights. It was a very pleasant tour, we also loce their kindness and all the tips regarding how to capture great pictures with our cameras. We were also very lucky because we could see to great Aurora moments on that night. thank you!”

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4.Abisko Northern Lights Tour with Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $59Best value

Set out from Abisko at 7:00 pm with Lights of Vikings and a photographer-guide such as Jesus. Drive wherever clear skies appear, from Abisko toward Kiruna’s boreal forest, then warm up with hot drinks and a campfire while your guide photographs the aurora. Your images arrive within three days.

“Jesus was our guide and we only have words of gratitude for him. He made the experience unforgettable and his photos were amazing!”

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5.Fjord Sightseeing and Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · 6 hours · from $171

Ride from Abisko across Lake Torneträsk and the border into Norway for six hours of fjord views, mountain scenery, history, and photography. Guides such as Alex, Jakob, and Zach tailor stops to weather and group interests. Lunch is bought in Narvik or Bjerkvik, and camera rental is available.

“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Sweden. Jacob was very knowledgeable and very accomadating. He tailored the outing to match our wishes, and he made it interesting and fun.”

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6.Private Golden Hour Photo Walk in Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Spend about three hours with Julien of JP Photo exploring Stockholm’s Old Town, Riddarholmen, Mariaberget, Skeppsholmsbron, and City Hall. You’ll receive one-to-one photography guidance, Swedish fika, a flexible route, and an eBook after the walk. Bring a camera or phone and finish near sunset with waterfront photos.

“Julien was an excellent photography instructor and guide through Stockholm. He was very attentive and patient and taught me a number of things about photography. If you want to combine a photography lesson with a tour of the old city of Stockholm I strongly recommend this tour.”

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7.Northern Light Photo tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $225

Join Scandinavian Sami Photoadventures in Kiruna for about four hours of northern-lights watching and photography. Your guide chooses the clearest available location, then teaches you to use a wide-angle camera, tripod, and manual focus. Pickup is available from Icehotel, Kiruna tourist office, and Camp Ripan. Guide Ilya has also added Swedish fika to the evening.

“It’s an interesting experience for those who want to learn how to take photos with the auroras, but they should know that sometimes it takes time, so you have to try to go before the auroras are in the sky or one of the group learns fast and takes the photos to everyone so they don’t miss having their photo with the auroras.Auto-translated”

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8.Magical “Stockholm by Night” Photo Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $159

Spend about two hours photographing Stockholm just after sunset with a private English-speaking guide from JP Photo. Learn low-light and long-exposure techniques, capture car and train light trails, and stop for Swedish fika. Bring a camera, tripod, or simply your phone. The route includes Old Town, Riddarholmen, Mariaberget, and City Hall.

“It is a very informative and complete walking tour, with Julie. pointing out landmarks and optimal shooting tips and techniques along the way. He is very patient and helpful and the Fika moment, with coffee and a cinnamon bun, was perfect. This outing was a gift from my partner and I enjoyed every moment of it.”

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9.Northern Light Photo Tour with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $220

Join a professional Sami photo guide near Kiruna for four hours of aurora hunting and night photography. You get a camera with a wide-angle lens, tripod, headlamp, and warm cover clothes. The guide chooses the evening’s best location based on weather, explains Arctic nature and Sami culture, and helps you use your own camera or the borrowed equipment.

“The tour was interesting and the guide knowledgeable about local culture which made it a very cultural tour. The guide also gave me good tips and technics to use my camera (the guide had some for us, but I wanted to test mine). unfortunately the sky wasn't clear and we have not seen any aurora, but the guide did try to find good spots.”

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10.Discover Gothenburg’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

In a small group of up to eight, you’ll walk from Skansen Kronan through Haga and Gothenburg’s old park to the canal, opera house, Maritiman, and harbour. A local host shares city context and adjusts the route to your interests, pace, and weather. Bring a camera, but expect a sightseeing walk rather than a photography lesson.

“We enjoyed our experience on this tour. Our guide Kevin was extremely knowledgeable. The tour was also a history lesson. We walked through several neighborhoods and the time went by fast.”

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11.Half day Wildlife and Nature Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $223

Spend four hours exploring Kiruna by car with Sami photo guide Annette. Use a supplied camera and telelens while practicing shots of Arctic scenery, plants, moose, reindeer, and birds. Your route changes with the weather and Sami eight seasons, and the outing ends with a hot drink and cake.

“Annette was amazing and took us to some great spots for nature photography and we saw a couple moose! Our favorite part was the little hike out onto the frozen river to build a fire and have a snack. Thank you for an amazing day!”

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12.Magical ”Stockholm by Night” Photo Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $155

Meet photographer and guide Julien at Slussen for a private two-hour walk into Stockholm’s Blue Hour and nighttime glow. You’ll learn sharp low-light shooting, light painting, movement, and long exposures while visiting scenic viewpoints and lesser-known corners before finishing in Gamla Stan. Bring your own camera or phone.

“I came alone, but it taught me the hidden photo spots all over the city and how to shoot them. I recommend it to those who want to record their memories and see them later”

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13.Private Golden Hour Photo Walk in Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $124

Spend three hours with professional photographer Julien, learning to frame Stockholm’s waterfront, church towers, and cobbled streets in warm evening light. Bring a camera or phone and get personal guidance in English or German. The walk starts at City Hall and is listed as ending at Monteliusvägen, with a city photography eBook included.

“Julien was very patient and shared many practical tips to capture the perfect photos in Stockholm. He also point out must-visit places during my stay. Would definitely recommend this experience.”

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14.Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Gothenburg with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131

Spend 90 minutes walking through Gothenburg with an independent local guide and a group of up to eight. You’ll visit Skansen Kronan, Haga, Feskekôrka, Järntorget, and Göteborgsoperan, with route changes possible for weather, pace, and interests. Guide Kevin has also taken photos for a participant and emailed them afterward.

“Kevin was an awesome tour guide for this. He will give you the history behind the Instaworthy spots your searching for. It was far more than what I thought the tour would be. Lucky for me, it was just me so I had him all to myself. He even had his camera and took all of pictures and will email them to me.”

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15.Private Photography workshop in Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Spend three private hours walking and photographing Stockholm with a professional guide such as Patrik. Bring your camera of choice, choose the sights you want to see, and get practical help with composition, lighting, camera settings, and photo feedback. The meeting point is Guldgränd 8, with the tour ending there.

“Good tour and learned quite a bit. Would recommended to anyone wanting to both see and expand photography skills”

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