Nacka is an excursion from Stockholm where the city and island meet. Visitors can arrive by boat, car, bus, bicycle or the Saltsjöbanan suburban train; the journey usually takes 10 to 20 minutes from Stockholm proper.

History options include Battlefield Museum HAMN and fika at the 18th-century country estates Svindersvik and Stora Nyckelviken. Nacka beach is home to designer hotel J, while Saltsjöbaden has historic homes from the 20th century. Dieselverkstaden is a creative space and exhibition hall. The area also has 20 newly painted murals.

For time outdoors, Hellasgården and Velamsund nature reserves are among the places to visit. Choose a history stop at HAMN, fika at an estate, an exhibition at Dieselverkstaden or a visit to one of the reserves. The murals offer another way to explore the area. These options make it possible to plan an outing around culture, history or outdoor recreation, with travel from Stockholm by several transport modes.