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The Low Down on Swedish Currency

Currency:	krona
Currency code:	SEK
Central Bank:	Sveriges Riksbank
Currency symbol:	kr (krona, pl. kronor)
Bank notes:	20 kr, 50 kr, 100 kr, 200 kr, 500 kr, 1000 kr
Coins:	1 kr, 2 kr, 5 kr, 10 kr

The krona has been Sweden’s currency for nearly 150 years. Each krona consists of 100 öre, however there are no longer any coins or notes in any denominations of öre – the smallest value you will find in legal tender is 1 krona.

Tipping in restaurants is not as expected in Sweden as it is in other European countries, so don’t worry about leaving a tip unless your service was exceptional, in which case 5-10% is customary. In bars and taxis, the typical approach is one of ‘keep the change’.

The five main banknotes are for 20, 50, 100, 500, and 1000 krona bills. The people portrayed on the 2015 versions of the bills include Greta Garbo (100), Ingmar Bergman (200) and Birgit Nilsson (500).

What to spend your krona on:

One-day travel card in Stockholm
115 SEK
A traditional Swedish breakfast
(crisp breads, yoghurts, hard cheeses)
130 SEK
Entrance fee to the Royal Palace
150 SEK
A 10km taxi ride in Stockholm
240 SEK
Sea kayaking in the Southern
Goteborg Archipelago
950 SEK

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Must-sees in Sweden

Stockholm
As the ‘Venice of the North’, Stockholm is perfectly picturesque. The old town, ‘Gamla stan’, is a beautiful example of medieval architecture, and the Djurgarden is tranquil all year round.

Gothenburg
Gothenburg is a picturesque part of Sweden, with the stunning Botanical Gardens as well as the archipelago to explore - take the ferry over to Branno Island for stunning beaches and sunsets.

Malmo
This city in the South of Sweden (twice the host of the Eurovision Song Contest) boasts a beautiful public library, the Malmo Stadsbibliotek, as well as the picturesque Kungsparken.

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^{*Rates are subject to change throughout the day. In-store rates vary compared to online.}

^{**The figures provided are indicative only and are there to provide an idea of the amount of travel money you may need during your trip.}

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