We were at ARN a few times flying in and out for Oslo, Helsinki, Copenhagen flights, and when…read moreyou're flying direct which no baggage ARN is great. Arlanda terminal 5 is incredibly easy to get dropped off at. The kiosk is right next to the door. You print out your ticket and especially if you have no checked baggage, it's an incredibly quick process to get to your gate. But if you have a connecting flight on a separate airline ARN is a very difficult airport to fly out of. The kiosks won't take your confirmation number and you won't have your ticket number, so you'll have to use your passport and if you have multiple people in your party, you can't add them in at the kiosk, you have to go though the process one by one, for every single passenger, filling out all the documents as you go. Each person takes about 4-5 minutes to check in. They do have a checked bag drop but it's entirely, and I mean entirely, self service. You put your bag tags on, load the luggage on the belt, and scan the baggage yourself. I'd never seen anything like it and I would advise adding in a solid hour of time if you're checking baggage and flying out, especially for multiple people. All in all, the shops at ARN and the terminal itself were quite nice, it's primarily just their baggage process that's not great.

This was one of the smoothest, easiest airports I've ever been through! From the moment we got…read morethere, everything just felt super straightforward. I had zero trouble getting around the layout is really easy to follow, and nothing felt confusing or overwhelming, which is a BIG plus when you're traveling. Lowkey I was excited to get my passport stamped but unfortunately they didn't stamp it lol not a dealbreaker, just something I was looking forward to. Getting in and out of the airport was super convenient. The taxi and Uber pick-up area is literally right when you walk out, so you're not wandering around trying to figure out where to go. Huge win. Baggage claim was also super quick and easy no long waits, no chaos, just grab your stuff and go. And when it was time to head back home, the process was just as smooth. TSA/security was actually really nice and friendly, which you don't always get at airports, so that definitely stood out. Overall, this airport made traveling feel stress-free. Everything was efficient, clean, and well-organized. Easily one of the best airport experiences I've had!

How easy is this!?!?…read more When we decided to travel to Sweden again after many years since our last visit...I made up my mind I wanted to travel as much as possible on public transportation. The only thing that gave me some concern was traveling from the Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Stockholm. I found the Arlanda Express online and thought it would be easy, but it seemed too easy...so it must not be easy. That said, I was prepared to take a bus or take the plunge for a taxi upon arrival if it was confusing, delayed, etc. On that note, it really IS that easy! Buy your ticket online in advance, buy it when you get there from a kiosk or there is a customer service desk to purchase tickets in front of the entry point. No matter how you purchase your ticket, provide it to the gentleman at the entry point to the elevator that goes to the platform and you are on your way. The only thing you have to do next is wait for a train, get on the train, show your ticket to the porter, and then the next thing you know...presto...you are in Stockholm! Oh my gosh...it was so easy! The trains come constantly, like every 15-20 minutes, so you never wait long. Then the ride itself is fast and you come right out at Central Station in Stockholm. You can then walk or take the metro to your final destination. You may be wondering how to find, or get to, the Arlanda Express at the airport...well, follow the bright yellow Arlanda Express signs (yes, it's that easy). As for the trains...they have large comfortable seats, very clean everywhere and there is ample storage for big suitcases. All the staff members we encountered were extremely friendly, helpful, and upbeat. For the most up-to-date cost and information, please go to their website: https://www.arlandaexpress.com/ This is so easy to do, not to mention cheap...highly recommend it!

After a flight cancellation, I began to look for lodging near the airport on booking.com because my…read moreflight had been rescheduled for the next day. Naturally, all the places next to the airport had no availability, but I did find Noors Slott, technically a castle (Slott) because it was originally owned by nobility, but looked more like a manor that was less than 10km from the airport and offered breakfast. Due to the windy path to get there and proof that Swedish taxis are expensive, the cost of the taxi from the airport was 695 SEK, but 515SEK to return because we used Noor Slott's preferred taxi service. By the way, there is no Uber service in this area. After booking, I was asked if I wanted to reserve a 3 course prix fixe dinner, otherwise Noors Slott recommended eating before arrival as there were no restaurants nearby. After reserving dinner (795SEK and optional wine pairing of 565SEK), I was asked if there were any dietary preferences as they wanted to accommodate as best they could. Upon arrival we were greeted warmly and shown to our room located upstairs in another building. At our appointed dinner time, we were shown to our own dining room as every guest has their own area. Just before eating, we did opt to get a tour of the main building which had many rooms for the conference meetings and wedding parties that they host. The backyard had a garden and forest with many benches to slow down and enjoy the scenery. Because there was a fire that affected the top floor, the current owner remodeled the area into a pub, complete with a billiards table and dart board. Admittedly, the table and darts are very worn, but still playable. If you're a serious dart player (and most dart players I know are serious), bring your own darts as the few left are either broken or in poor condition. Beginning our dinner with an amuse buche of a Danish raw oyster with mignonette and lemon, our next surprises were roasted chanterelles, smoked perch, and dessert. Breakfast the next day consisted of a full European breakfast: French scrambled eggs, bacon, yogurt with various toppings including granola, fruit, breads, cheese, meat, jam, and very light croissants, coffee, and assorted loose leaf teas where you can make your own tea bag with provided bags. Although I enjoyed breakfast, it was dulled by a staff member following me around whenever I got up to get something from the tea or food area. Was she afraid that I was stealing something? After I served some food from the buffet, she would immediately check the buffet. When I went to add milk to my tea after steeping, the woman reminded me to use a tea bag.......hmmmm....I already made my tea with a tea bag. Nonetheless, I would recommend this place located in Knivsta which is south of Uppsala to catch your breath and enjoy the surrounding area.

I was so glad this visitor center sold the monthly transportation cards. We were jet lagged. Tons…read moreof slushy snow outside. We got good directions to the bus and local train. Ask your questions here because it seems that the visitor center near T Central is no longer open. And if this center has subway and bus maps, grab them. I guess with so many using their phone, people aren't using the visitor center so much. But I still need a visitor center. My phone is on airplane mode to avoid roaming fees, so I need a good old-fashioned map when I am out and about. The subway, even T Central, hasn't had maps for a couple of years. So if you have questions, get them answered here at the airport.

The Arlanda Visitors center is a good place for tourists arriving to Arlanda to start. They can…read moreprovide lots of useful information and advice and it is possible to pick up maps and also buy tickets for journey to Stockholm. Often not that long wait here so it is often better to stop by here than the tourist information in the city center.

During the summer you can take a 45 minute tour of the old town by horse drawn carriage. There are…read moredaily departures every half an hour from the Mynttorget by the royal palace.

At this time, Delta still serves ARN (Stockholm-Arlanda) from New York/JFK. It is their only…read moreservice, a single daily. Delta does not have flights between ARN and Atlanta or Minneapolis or even Detroit. Just New York. Arrival was easy and baggage claim was quick with the suitcases and other luggage appearing on the carousel swiftly. Returning to the airport was also good and we were able to find the check-in counter after only a brief search. There are separate queues for economy and elite passengers. It appears that all of the ground staff here are outsourced except for a station manager, which is normal for Delta's remote stations. I was asked the usual questions about my luggage and where it had been but then I was asked more interactive questions about why I visited, where I had been in Sweden and where else I have traveled recently. Odd. I was handed a "fast pass" and provided directions to the lounge and then I was on my way. Boarding was the usual mess but they honored first class and Diamond medallion passengers to board first. Beyond that, it looked like a crush. Not the way it should be. Overall, my final experience in Stockholm was OK. I like Delta and they do a good job. [Review 18754 overall - 87 in Sweden - 2277 of 2022.]