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Best Sports Bars in Stockholm

The 12 best bars for live football, hockey, and NBA. From Södermalm to Norrmalm, where to watch the big game in style.

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The Dubliner interior

The Dubliner

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Gamla Stan
Irish Pub

An authentic Irish pub in Stockholm's Old Town with six screens for live matches. Guinness flows constantly, and the bartenders are Irish or trained Irish. The energy is casual but engaged during football matches. You will find locals, tourists, and everyone in between cheering for different teams.

Irish Pub 6 Screens Guinness Mixed Crowd

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Pelikan Stadium Bar

Pelikan Stadium Bar

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Södermalm
Sports Pub in Historic Building

A listed Art Nouveau building transformed into a sports pub with multiple screens and walls covered in football memorabilia. The atmosphere feels like an old stadium, and the crowd is serious about their football. Order a beer and stake your claim at the bar before the big matches start.

Historic Building Memorabilia Football Focused Södermalm

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Akkurat beer bar

Akkurat Sports

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Södermalm
Swedish Beer Bar with Sports Room

Sweden's best beer selection flows through this Södermalm institution. A dedicated sports room in back shows live matches on a large screen. The upstairs serves as a quiet beer bar, while downstairs transforms into a lively sports pub during games. Try one of 300 bottled Swedish beers.

Beer Selection Swedish Craft Sports Room Two Levels

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O'Learys sports bar

O'Learys Sveavägen

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Vasastan
Sports Bar and Kitchen

Fourteen screens scattered throughout this spacious Vasastan bar mean every angle gets game coverage. The kitchen serves full meals, and happy hour runs 4-7 PM weekdays with discounted beer and wings. The crowd skews young and energetic, especially during football season.

14 Screens Full Kitchen Happy Hour Young Crowd

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Rörstrandsgatan Sports

Rörstrandsgatan Sports

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Vasastan
Neighbourhood Sports Bar

A local favourite in Vasastan with a back-projected screen showing live matches and the cheapest pints in the area. The vibe is relaxed and neighborhood-focused, attracting regulars who know the bartenders by name. No reservations, so come early for big matches.

Local Bar Budget Friendly Relaxed Vibe No Reservations

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Mosebacke terrace

Mosebacke Terrace Bar

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Södermalm
Rooftop Bar with Outdoor Screens

Stockholm's most scenic sports bar overlooks the city from a rooftop in Södermalm. In summer, outdoor screens show matches while you drink with a view of the water. Winter service moves inside, but the vibe stays upscale casual. Prices reflect the prime location and quality.

Rooftop City Views Summer Outdoor Upscale

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Bonde's interior

Bonde's

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Östermalm
Upscale Sports Bar

A refined sports bar in posh Östermalm with leather banquettes and a sophisticated crowd. The screens are high-definition and beautifully integrated into the décor. Order a quality whiskey with your match, and enjoy service that treats you like a VIP regardless of what team you support.

Upscale Leather Seating Östermalm VIP Service

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The Flying Elk

The Flying Elk

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Gamla Stan
Craft Beer Pub with Fighting Focus

A craft beer pub in Gamla Stan that doubles as a hub for combat sports fans. Watch boxing and MMA events on multiple screens, and choose from 20 craft beers on tap. The crowd is passionate about fighting sports, making every match feel like a major event.

Craft Beer Boxing & MMA Passionate Crowd Gamla Stan

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Kvarnen historic bar

Kvarnen

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Södermalm
Historic Restaurant and Sports Bar

Built in 1908, this historic Södermalm institution transformed into an iconic sports bar and restaurant. The main rallying point for Djurgårdens IF supporters, the walls are covered with team history and memorabilia. The beer selection is solid, and the crowd is knowledgeable about Swedish football.

Historic 1908 Djurgårdens Hub Memorabilia Swedish Football

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Anchor Inn

Anchor Inn

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Kungsholmen
Maritime-Themed Bar

A maritime-themed pub on Kungsholmen with darts, a pool table, and live Champions League matches projected on a large screen. The décor evokes a seaside tavern with nautical touches and wooden beams. The crowd is local and mixed, making it feel like a proper neighborhood bar.

Maritime Theme Darts & Pool Champions League Kungsholmen

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Lansen Brygghus

Lansen Brygghus

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Norrmalm
Brewery Bar with Game Packages

A working brewery bar in Norrmalm with four screens and a kitchen serving brewery-fresh beer. On weekends, they offer game packages where you can book a table and reserve seating for big matches. The house IPA pairs perfectly with Swedish pub food, and the energy is lively during matches.

Brewery Bar 4 Screens Game Packages House IPA

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Stockholm Sports Bar Neighbourhoods

Södermalm

The epicenter of Stockholm's sports bar scene with Kvarnen, Pelikan, and Mosebacke. The neighbourhood has a younger, energetic crowd that takes football seriously. Most bars get packed during major matches.

Norrmalm

Central location makes Norrmalm home to several larger chain sports bars like Bishops Arms and O'Learys. The screens are plentiful, and the vibe is commercial but reliable for any match.

Gamla Stan

The Old Town has The Dubliner and The Flying Elk offering more character than commercial chain bars. The cobblestone streets make it a destination for tourists and locals seeking atmosphere over pure functionality.

Vasastan

A neighbourhood bar haven with O'Learys and Rörstrandsgatan attracting locals. Prices are more reasonable, and the energy is casual, making it ideal for regular match viewing.

Östermalm

The upscale district offers Bonde's for those wanting to watch matches in refined surroundings. Expect higher prices but also better service and a more sophisticated crowd.

Kungsholmen

A quieter island neighbourhood with the Anchor Inn providing a neighbourhood bar atmosphere. Perfect if you want to watch matches without the big-bar chaos.

What Makes a Great Sports Bar in Stockholm

The best sports bars in Stockholm understand that watching football, hockey, or basketball requires more than just a screen. The sound system must reproduce crowd noise and commentary clearly, the seating arrangement needs to make every angle feel like you are part of the action, and the bartenders should know when to chat and when to stay quiet during crucial moments. Stockholm's sports bars strike this balance better than most cities.

Screen placement matters more than screen quantity. A single well-positioned HD monitor beats four poorly angled televisions. The bars that succeed in Stockholm invest in clear sightlines from every seat and integrate screens into the architecture rather than just bolting them onto walls. This attention to detail makes matches feel less like watching broadcast television and more like being in the stands.

The Scandinavian approach to sports spectatorship runs quieter than southern European traditions but equally passionate. Stockholm sports bars capture this by welcoming engaged fans without requiring constant noise. You will find serious observers nursing beers and discussing tactics alongside casual viewers. This mix creates an intelligent crowd that elevates the experience for everyone.

Finally, Stockholm's best sports bars maintain ties to local teams. Whether that means being a rallying point for Djurgårdens supporters or screening every Allsvenskan match, the bars that endure are those that serve their community's sporting traditions. This creates stability and loyalty that transforms a bar into a true gathering place.

After the final whistle, the city's craft beer bars pick up the evening — with 14 rotating-tap destinations in neighbourhoods from Södermalm to Vasastan. And if you want to avoid the post-match crowds entirely, Stockholm's hidden gem bars offer exactly the quieter decompression you need.

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