Skokloster Castle
Skokloster Castle (Skoklosters slott) is a baroque castle between Stockholm and Uppsala. The name comes from the village located here called Sko, and the former nearby monastery (“kloster” in Swedish). The castle was built on land once belonging to the medieval Sko Abbey, which is how it got its name which translates to the Castle … Read more
Stockholm City Museum
The Stockholm City Museum (Stadsmuseet) gives a glimpse into Stockholm’s history, culture, and urban development, and is one of the few Stockholm museums with free admission. It has several exhibitions covering various aspects of Stockholm’s history, from medieval times to the present day. You will discover how Stockholm’s architecture has evolved and transformed its urban … Read more
Hallwyl Museum
The Hallwyl Museum (Hallwylska museet) offers a glimpse into the life of Swedish aristocracy from the turn of the 20th century. The museum itself is the former private residence of Count and Countess Walther and Wilhelmina von Hallwyl. The building, which was constructed between 1893 and 1898, offers a rare and well-preserved look into the … Read more
Liljevalchs
Liljevalchs is an art gallery showcasing contemporary art. It’s located on Djurgården close to other major attractions, making it convenient to include in a day of sightseeing. If you have an interest in contemporary art and culture it’s definitely worth a visit. The art gallery is renowned for its exhibitions of contemporary art, featuring works … Read more
Nobel Prize Museum
At the Nobel Prize Museum you will learn a lot about Alfred Nobel, the Nobel Prize and many of the discoveries and people who have received the Nobel Prize through the years. You’ll find the museum right on the central square Stortorget in the Old Town (Gamla stan). The historic building was originally a stock … Read more
The National Museum of Science and Technology
The National Museum of Science and Technology (Tekniska museet) is dedicated to technology and its impact on society. It has several exhibitions and many of them have interactive displays. The museum was founded in 1924 with the aim of preserving and showcasing Sweden’s technological and industrial heritage. It was initiated by a group of engineers … Read more
The Swedish History Museum
The exhibitions in the Swedish History Museum (Historiska museet) starts off in prehistoric times, and continues chronologically into modern time. They tell the story of how Sweden became a country throughout history, with many original items from the Vikings period, medieval period and later. The museum has a popular Vikings exhibition, with more than 2,500 … Read more
Best time to visit Stockholm
The best time to visit Stockholm, Sweden, depends on your preferences and what you want to experience. Here are some considerations for each season: Summer is the most popular time to visit due to the pleasant weather and abundance of activities, but each season offers its own unique charm and opportunities. Summer (June to August) … Read more
The Royal Armoury
Located in the basement of the Royal Palace, the Royal Armoury (Livrustkammaren) showcases the rich history and heritage of the Swedish monarchy through a large collection of armor, swords, firearms, shields and costumes. But it also deisplays portraits, tapestries and carriages that reflect the royal history. The museum got its first items in 1628, when … Read more
Nordiska museet
The Nordic museum (Nordiska museet) is a showcase of the life of people in Sweden and the Nordic countries starting from the 16th century and all the way to the present day. The museum was founded by Artur Hazelius, who also established Skansen, the world’s first open-air museum. Hazelius aimed to document and preserve the … Read more