Best of Scandinavia from Southampton, 16 May 2026 (13 nights)

Dedicated to the tragedy of the Titanic, SeaCity Museum excellently portrays the aftermath through interactive exhibits. Featuring a 1:25 scale model of the ship, visitors learn about life onboard as well as the disaster that deeply affected Southampton in 1912.

Home to over 20 aircraft that were integral to the war effort, Solent Sky Museum is dedicated to the history of the RAF. Southampton itself played a large role in producing Supermarine Spitfires, which you’ll learn all about here.

If you’re looking to escape the busy port city, the New Forest National Park is just a short distance away with native New Forest ponies and lush heathland. Visitors can also catch events, activities and workshops throughout the year.

As Southampton’s most important historic building, this restored home holds over 800 years of history after having numerous owners. Now a museum, it showcases many artefacts once belonging to past residents of Southampton, as well as a Tudor House Café.

Since opening in 1939, this free art gallery has showcased exhibitions of sculptures, photography and traditional paintings. Thanks to an ever-changing programme of activities, you’ll find something here that the whole family will enjoy.

The Little Mermaid sculpture, perhaps one of Copenhagen's most well-known tourist destinations, took inspiration from Hans Christian Andersen's well-known fairy tale. The Little Mermaid, a gift from Danish brewer Carl Jacobsen to the City of Copenhagen, was unveiled on August 23, 1913 and is located on Langelinie Pier.

Situated in the centre of Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens is a theme park with rides, a beautiful lake, shops, cafes and more. The third-oldest operational amusement park in the world, it dates back to 1843. A magical attraction that’s worth a visit when you’re in Copenhagen, it has something for all ages.

Denmark's main cultural history museum, the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen, contains a variety of exhibits, from Danish artefacts to international exhibits. Located near Strget in Copenhagen's downtown, it's the perfect day out for those wanting to learn more about Denmark's captivating past.

The Helsinki Cathedral is a Finnish Evangelical Lutheran cathedral of the Diocese of Helsinki and is situated in Senate Square in the neighbourhood of Kruununhaka. The church was initially constructed between 1830 and 1852 as a memorial to Tsar Nicholas I of Russia, the Grand Duke of Finland.

In the National Museum of Finland you’ll find an array of artefacts dating all the way back to the Stone Age. Objects which showcase Finland’s fascinating cultural history, it’s housed within an impressive building designed in a romantic, Finnish national style.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma is located within Mannerheimintie in Helsinki. A quirky, modern building, it forms part of the Finnish National Gallery and houses contemporary art from an array of different international artists.

Situated within a 18th-century Baroque palace, the Kadriorg Art Museum showcases international art dating between the 16th and 20th century. Built in 1725, the art museum was designed by Mikhail Zemtsov and Gaetano Chiaveri.

Taillin’s largest orthodox church, the Aleksander Nevski Katedraal is situated in the heart of the city. Built by Mikhail Preobrazhensky in an extraordinary and colourful Russian style, it dates to the late 19th century and is still an active church on Toompea hill.

If you want breathtaking views of Tallinn, head up the Tallinn Tv Tower. An impressive structure and landmark, it soars 314m in the air and features a viewing platform on the 21st level with glass flooring.

One of most impressive palaces in Europe, the Royal Palace of Stockholm holds the majority of the monarchy's formal receptions year-round, as well as being the King of Sweden's official home. The palace, designed to resemble a Roman palace, was constructed in the baroque style by architect Nicodemus Tessin. With a state apartment overlooking the city and smaller living rooms facing the inner courtyard, the palace includes more than 600 rooms spread across eleven storeys.

Housed in an impressive brick building, the Fotografiska is a photography museum filled with contemporary exhibitions. Showcasing world-class photography, this unique attraction is located within the centre of the city.

Whether you love ABBA or you simply want to learn more about the band's iconic past, ABBA The Museum in Stockholm makes for a fun day out. See costumes they wore, artwork and more at this fascinating museum in the heart of the city

One of the most upscale parks in the city is DBW Park, which is situated on the shore of the Baltic Sea. In addition to several walking and jogging trails, and a variety of native and foreign species, this botanical park also has lush trees and vibrant flowers. A must when you visit the city, its tranquil atmosphere will be a welcome break from the hustle and bustle.

A short journey from Visby is the Kneippbyn theme park. Full of waterslides, rides and live performances throughout the day, it’s inspired by the iconic Pippi Longstocking films and is a fun day out for all the family.

The Lummelunda Cave is situated in a nature preserve north of Visby on the Swedish island of Gotland. One of the longest caverns in Sweden, the investigated portion of this karst cave is nearly 4.5 km long.

Akershus Fortress is an amazing place to learn about Oslo's past. Under king Hkon V, construction on Akershus Castle and Fortress began in 1299. The 1300s saw the completion of the mediaeval fortress, which was strategically situated at the tip of the headland and resisted several sieges throughout the centuries.

A bus ride away from the cruise port, Vigeland Park is an incredible sculpture park and museum that displays an array of exhibitions and pieces, including from the park’s namesake, Gustav Vigeland. A beautiful, tranquil park it spans an impressive 80 acres.

Situated within easy reach of the cruise port, in the centre of Oslo, the Oslo Opera House is the permanent home of the Norwegian Ballet and National Opera. Unique in design, it’s located within the popular Bjorvika neighbourhood. You can even climb the opera house, which grants incredible views of the Oslofjord from the top.

A zoological garden and amusement park, this popular attraction is situated in the heart of the city. Spanning 60 hectares, it was built in 1966 and is home to an array of animals, including giraffes.

Within this fascinating attraction, you’ll find an array of botanical, zoological and geological collections. Within the botanical garden, there are over 2,000 different species of plans, alongside a selection of captivating exhibitions.

Built in the 17th century, the Christiansholm fortress (also known as the Kristiansand Fortress) was constructed by Fredrrk III. Defending the city from invaders, it was designed by Willem Coucheron, a prominent quartermaster.

Dedicated to the tragedy of the Titanic, SeaCity Museum excellently portrays the aftermath through interactive exhibits. Featuring a 1:25 scale model of the ship, visitors learn about life onboard as well as the disaster that deeply affected Southampton in 1912.

Home to over 20 aircraft that were integral to the war effort, Solent Sky Museum is dedicated to the history of the RAF. Southampton itself played a large role in producing Supermarine Spitfires, which you’ll learn all about here.

If you’re looking to escape the busy port city, the New Forest National Park is just a short distance away with native New Forest ponies and lush heathland. Visitors can also catch events, activities and workshops throughout the year.

As Southampton’s most important historic building, this restored home holds over 800 years of history after having numerous owners. Now a museum, it showcases many artefacts once belonging to past residents of Southampton, as well as a Tudor House Café.

Since opening in 1939, this free art gallery has showcased exhibitions of sculptures, photography and traditional paintings. Thanks to an ever-changing programme of activities, you’ll find something here that the whole family will enjoy.