Skansen

Skansen is one of Stockholm’s most popular attractions for visitors. It is the world’s oldest open-air museum and opened in 1891. It is located in Djurdgården and due to its elevated position, has some great views overlooking Djurgården and Lake Saltsjön. Many of the historic buildings are preserved at Skansen and you can see both historical artifacts and tools from Swedish history and there will even be craftsmen doing daily activities and practicing different jobs from the past, such as building boats, glass blowing, weaving and baking.

Skansen has an aquarium called Skansen-Akvariet, where visitors can see exotic animals like monkeys, crocodiles, and lemurs. There’s also a section for insects and spiders. The main attraction in Skansen is the zoo and the historical preserved buildings and reenactment of old crafts. The zoo has mostly wild Nordic animals as well as domestic animals, and the children’s zoo has some of the worlds smallest animals, as well as tame animals. Overall Skansen is great to visit with kids, and there are plenty of things to do and see for children. Depending on when you visit there are several events and shows at Skansen. There are always a lot of activities happening at Skansen, we recommend that you check their website for more information on what is currently showing.

The museum adapts to the seasons, with different experiences in summer and winter. In winter, visitors can enjoy activities like ice skating, and the Christmas market as well as the newest attraction Winter Lights.

Skansen plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting Swedish cultural heritage. It provides a tangible connection to the past, allowing visitors to experience the country’s history and traditions firsthand.