{"id":29139,"date":"2018-09-08T01:00:22","date_gmt":"2018-09-07T15:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=29139"},"modified":"2025-03-20T02:03:21","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T15:03:21","slug":"solo-travel-scandinavia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/solo-travel-scandinavia\/","title":{"rendered":"Why to consider solo travel in Scandinavia (and what to expect)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Although being half-Swedish might make me a little biased, the lure of Scandinavia is irresistible to most.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After travelling around Scandinavia since the age of 14, I have built a comprehensive list of the unmissable places that can be found in the Nordic countries. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The collection of the most beautiful and socially progressive nations in the world sound almost too dreamy to be true, but the blue-skied utopia is very much real. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And as the transatlantic Norwegian Air deals make Scandinavia more accessible than ever, more and more North Americans are attracted to the collection of countries that take the fjords and feminism all in their stride.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who are wanting to see some ethereal natural wonders without feeling too out of their comfort zone, Scandinavia is the ultimate destination for solo travellers.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_29144\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/finland\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29144\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29144\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_blue-house-snow.jpg\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_blue-house-snow.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_blue-house-snow-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_blue-house-snow-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_blue-house-snow-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-29144\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Picturesque Finland<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Note:\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the purpose of this blog we\u2019ll be taking a look at Iceland, too \u2013<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0but have no fear, we all know that the country flits in and out of the definition of a Nordic nation.)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The power of safety<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re entering your first solo travel mission far away from home, Scandinavia is a safe\u00a0\u2013 yet somewhat expensive\u00a0\u2013 bet. I feel safer in Scandinavia as a woman than I ever have in the UK. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While Iceland ranks as the most equal country in the Global Gender Gap index, Norway, Finland and Sweden follow closely behind\u00a0\u2013 and it\u2019s been that way since 2006. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And as we women know, a more equal society creates more empowered, confident and safe women.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who cannot afford the luxury price tag of an all-female retreat to the Finnish <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/women-only-island-finland\/index.html\">SuperShe island<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, take advantage of the bike-friendly capitals in Scandinavia, particularly found on the cycle-friendly bustle of Copenhagen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/denmark\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-29143\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_street-bicycles-house-1-e1535926570569.jpg\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweden is one of the few countries on the planet where I\u2019ve never been catcalled\u00a0\u2013 and as most travellers know, that\u2019s a rare accolade to celebrate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/stockholm-or-copenhagen-our-ultimate-guide\/\"><strong>READ MORE: STOCKHOLM VS COPENHAGEN: WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU VISIT?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Food doesn\u2019t always have to cost an arm and a leg<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travellers on a budget can relax a little once they enter the confines of Stockholm.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What surprises most visitors in one of the most expensive capital cities in the world is that food can still be somewhat affordable if you\u2019re familiar with the younger areas of the city, such as <\/span>S\u00f6dermalm, shrouded in art, highly affordable vintage shops and surprisingly acceptably priced eateries. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Herman\u2019s vegetarian restaurant overlooking Sodermalm is an absolute must-visit \u2013 even the most devout of carnivores will not feel wanting from this all-star vegan buffet. For around $13 a person not only do you get one of the most wholesome and delicious all you can eat experiences of your life, but an unmissable view of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">S\u00f6derstr\u00f6m<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> river.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Copenhagen, head to the Meatpacking district for a cheap(er) bite to eat. In the lesser-known Grey District, you\u2019ll be able to find divine roast pork sandwiches for just 45 DKK (around $6). While you\u2019re there, head to Warpigs for some truly amazing beer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/how-to-budget-travel-in-scandinavia\/\"><strong>READ MORE: HOW TO BUDGET TRAVEL IN SCANDINAVIA<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_29147\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/denmark\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29147\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29147\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_nyhavn-canal-cruise.jpg\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia Copenhagen\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_nyhavn-canal-cruise.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_nyhavn-canal-cruise-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_nyhavn-canal-cruise-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-denmark_copenhagen_nyhavn-canal-cruise-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-29147\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Strolling Copenhagen&#8217;s Nyhavn is free!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s not just Copenhagen who knows what it\u2019s offering ale-wise (Evil Twin and rival brewery Mikkeller are absolute musts). Craft beer lovers after a less quintessentially Swedish foodie experience can head to Omnipollo in the same district. Omnipollo\u00a0\u2013 which is one of the most forward-thinking independent beer brands in Scandinavia\u00a0\u2013 also sells $15 large pizzas with flavour combinations as landmark as their ales. Who knew kimchi could work so well on a pizza?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some really fast and furious takeaway options on a budget in the country, look out for Max. This fast-food joint operates as Scandinavia\u2019s alternative to McDonalds, and still counts as providing *some* cultural immersion when you\u2019re on the go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/norway\/scandinavia-explorer-160466\"><strong>VISIT STUNNING SCANDINAVIA ON A SMALL GROUP TOUR WITH INTREPID TRAVEL<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>The queer scene<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While being bisexual has meant that I\u2019ve had to travel around some places watching my back, this threat is practically non-existent in Scandinavia.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the group is home to one of the most LGBT+-inclusive countries in the world, the likes of Sweden and Iceland actively invite queer travellers to sample their best work.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_29141\" style=\"width: 560px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"\/sweden\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29141\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29141\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Screen-Shot-2018-08-20-at-07.02.01-e1535925875650.png\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia\" width=\"550\" height=\"555\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-29141\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Loving life and feeling free in Scandinavia<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/subscribe\" data-wpil=\"url\"><strong>SUBSCRIBE TO INTREPID&#8217;S NEWSLETTER FOR TRAVEL TIPS, COMPETITIONS, GIVEAWAYS &amp; MORE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although Yaki-Da doesn\u2019t brand itself as an LGBT+ venue specifically, it tends to host the city\u2019s most bright and exciting faces on a Friday and Saturday night. No-one cares about where you\u2019re from or who you\u2019ve come with (or without) &#8211; just simply whether or not you\u2019re willing to dance from everything from Drake to All Saints in the open ambience of a roof terrace, regardless of the weather.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oslo\u2019s innovative take on queer spaces comes into force in the form of Gay Guerrilla. Although the elusive group no longer have a Facebook page, it\u2019s worth tracking down what bars the group of LGBT+ people will invade in a bid to create more inclusive heterosexual spaces. Time your trip to ensure you\u2019re there for the first Friday of the month to catch the group in action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If anything, as a woman who loves women I often find that LGBT+ spaces focus on entertaining gay men above and beyond the rest of the remit. For queer women who want to party in style, head to Bitter Pills in Gothenburg in the edgy district of Hornstull, which is lesbian-run and boasts some heavenly Korean food to boot. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I know that we\u2019re all a little bit more than our partying credentials, so if you find yourself in need of some pack-a-punch Scandi queer history, consider\u00a0<\/span>Copenhagen\u2019s LGBT Historical Walking Tours. Queer author and Danish legend Bjarne Henrik Lundis puts on these English-spoken tours upon request, so do get in touch with him if it piques your interest.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Get outdoors<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_29146\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/finland\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29146\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29146\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_northern-lights-night.jpg\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_northern-lights-night.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_northern-lights-night-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_northern-lights-night-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_northern-lights-night-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-29146\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Northern Lights over Finland<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever part of Scandinavia you travel in, one aesthetic aspect remains consistent\u00a0\u2013 there is a beautiful abundance of nature that is ideal for the solo traveller. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veering away from the more expected offerings of Lapland\u00a0\u2013 where several of the nations intersect at the entrance of the Arctic Circle\u00a0\u2013 the countries boast some of the most tranquil summer spots for respite available on the planet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On a budget? Hop on a bike and visit some of the national parks and lakes on offer. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lakes in Copenhagen\u2019s N\u00f8rrebro are one of the most-packed spots with people hanging out in groups or just reading a book while relaxing by the waterfront. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you prefer a maritime haunt, journey through the Stockholm Archipelago by ferry and take a trip around the Moderna Museet to see some of the best art in Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/finnish-lapland-bucket-list\/\"><strong>READ MORE: 5 REASONS WHY FINNISH LAPLAND SHOULD BE ON YOUR BUCKET LIST<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_29145\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/finland\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29145\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29145\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_lapland_dog-sled-winter_ss-505396972.jpg\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_lapland_dog-sled-winter_ss-505396972.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_lapland_dog-sled-winter_ss-505396972-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_lapland_dog-sled-winter_ss-505396972-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-finland_lapland_dog-sled-winter_ss-505396972-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-29145\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lapland is not to be missed<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you prefer to get behind the wheel, Norway\u2019s<\/span> Atlantic Road is an unmissable experience. Although a beautiful journey (and even better when someone else is driving), this is not a trip for the travel sick. Tempestuous waves crash over the road\u2019s formation when the weather gets fiery.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s worth noting that Scandinavia\u2019s saunas do not look to kindly on wearing any clothes while in the facilities. I have been chased out of saunas in Sweden, Iceland and Norway for entering a sauna in swimwear. Many Scandis believe that clothing pollutes the steamy air. Horrified by the prospect? Stick to the Blue Lagoon hot spring in Reykjavik, or Krossneslaug in the northern Westfjords as an alternative. <\/span>Finland\u2019s L\u00f6yly Sauna is said to provide the premier sauna experience, and also features a restaurant and resides in an installation that overlooks the Baltic sea.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"\/adventures\/iceland-solo-travel\/\"><strong>READ MORE: WHY ICELAND IS THE DREAM DESTINATION FOR SOLO ADVENTURERS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_29148\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/iceland\" data-wpil=\"url\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-29148\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29148\" src=\"\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7546.jpg\" alt=\"solo travel Scandinavia Iceland Blue Lagoon\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7546.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7546-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7546-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Blue-Lagoon_Ryan-Bolton7546-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-29148\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Iceland&#8217;s otherworldly Blue Lagoon<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the first-time long-haul solo traveller, this could not be a safer place to enjoy some lands where progressive social liberalism and nature collides. For those without any language skills to their name, breathe easy knowing that you can navigate these countries with your first language to hand. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get saving your cash and get your walking boots\u00a0\u2013 you\u2019re about to experience some life-changing solo travel in Scandinavia. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to explore this stunning part of the world? Check out Intrepid&#8217;s range of tours (that are perfect for solo travellers!) in <a href=\"\/sweden\">Sweden<\/a>, <a href=\"\/finland\">Finland<\/a>, <a href=\"\/norway\" data-wpil=\"url\">Norway<\/a>, <a href=\"\/denmark\">Denmark<\/a> and <a href=\"\/iceland\" data-wpil=\"url\">Iceland<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8212;<\/p>\n<p><em>(Image credits from top to bottom: Intrepid Travel x4, Jasmine Andersson, Intrepid Travel x3.)<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For those who are wanting to see some ethereal natural wonders without feeling too out of their comfort zone, Scandinavia is the ultimate destination for solo 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