There are a number of excellent sites only a short bus or subway ride from the city center, many of which can be combined. Stockholm's city environs very quickly become greener as you leave the bustling center. Trips to nearly all these places could be done in a morning or afternoon. Most are excellent ways to experience Sweden's delightful countryside.
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