Last updated: December 23, 2025
Some of Stockholm’s museums are completely free to visit, while others offer free admission on specific days. Here’s a complete list of museums with free entry, including those with select free admission days.
Museums and art exhibitions with free admission
Stockholm City Museum
A fascinating museum exploring Stockholm’s evolution from medieval roots to modern life through objects, stories, and multimedia displays. Admission is free year-round, making it one of the city’s most rewarding cultural stops.
Sweden’s National Sports Museum
An energetic and interactive museum dedicated to Swedish sports history, from Olympic highlights to grassroots achievements. Family-friendly exhibits invite visitors to play, compete, and explore what drives Sweden’s passion for athletic excellence.
The Living History Forum
A thought-provoking museum examining human rights, democracy, and immigration in Sweden. Through engaging exhibits and personal stories, it encourages reflection on tolerance, identity, and the lessons of history in today’s society.
Accelerator
A vibrant contemporary art center at Stockholm University presenting exhibitions that merge art, science, and social issues. Its rotating shows invite discussion and curiosity about current topics shaping both art and academia.
ArkDes
Sweden’s National Museum of Architecture and Design showcases innovative design ideas, modern architecture, and visual culture. Admission is free throughout 2025, offering a fresh perspective on creative spaces and how we inhabit them.
Swedish Holocaust Museum
This national museum examines Sweden’s relationship to the Holocaust through survivor stories, artifacts, and educational narratives. Admission is free during 2025, encouraging deep reflection and learning about human rights and remembrance.
Ersta Museum
Set in the historic Ersta area, this museum explores Sweden’s healthcare history through photographs, artifacts, and soundscapes. It connects the past with modern healthcare innovations, offering insight into Ersta’s evolving hospital legacy.
Torekällberget
An open-air museum re-creating 19th-century Swedish town and countryside life. Visitors can explore period homes, farms, and workshops surrounded by gardens and animals, creating a vivid sense of everyday life two centuries ago.
Art Academy
Art Academy (Konstakademien) is the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts, housed in a historic palace-like building in central Stockholm. Here you can explore temporary art exhibitions, grand staircases, sculptures, and sometimes an atmospheric café.
Free admission on selected days
National Museum
Showcasing Sweden’s rich artistic heritage and international masterpieces, this grand museum blends classical and modern artworks. Admission is free on Thursdays from 5 to 8 pm, ideal for an inspiring evening visit.
Liljevalchs
Known for its accessible and changing art exhibitions, Liljevalchs offers modern and contemporary works in a light-filled setting. Admission is free on Mondays from 11 am to 5 pm, perfect for weekday art walks.
Modern Art Museum
Set on Skeppsholmen Island, this leading institution presents Swedish and international modern art. Visitors can enjoy free admission on Fridays from 6 to 8 pm to experience iconic and experimental works alike.
Museum of Ethnography
Explores world cultures through objects, traditions, and contemporary perspectives. Free admission on Tuesdays from 3 to 5 pm makes it a great chance to explore humanity’s shared stories and global diversity.
The Jewish Museum
A compact, insightful museum located in Stockholm’s old Jewish school, sharing Jewish life, history, and culture in Sweden. Entry is free on Saturdays from 11 am to noon, inviting reflective weekend visits.
Bonniers Art Gallery
A sleek exhibition space for contemporary art, featuring Swedish and international artists exploring modern themes. Free entry on Fridays provides an easy opportunity to experience Stockholm’s cutting-edge creative scene.
Mediterranean Museum
Dedicated to the ancient Mediterranean world, this museum displays artifacts and stories from Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Free admission on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm allows for an engaging early evening visit.
The Royal Palace
One of Europe’s largest palaces, home to Swedish royal history, opulent rooms, and state collections. Entrance is free on National Day, June 6, when special exhibitions and family activities fill the palace grounds.
Free admission on selected days
Army Museum
Traces Sweden’s military history from medieval battles to modern peacekeeping missions through immersive displays. Admission is half-price on Tuesdays from 5 to 7 pm, making it an ideal time for a historical deep dive.
Swedish History Museum
Offers a sweeping exploration of Sweden’s past, from Viking treasures to modern identity. Visitors enjoy reduced admission on Wednesdays from 5 to 8 pm, perfect for exploring history after work hours.
The Royal Armoury
Located in the Royal Palace’s vaulted cellars, the museum features royal costumes, armor, and ceremonial carriages. Admission is half-price Thursdays from 5 to 8 pm, adding affordable elegance to the week.
Fotografiska
A world-renowned photography museum blending powerful visual storytelling with a stunning waterfront view. Two-for-one entry on Wednesdays after 6 pm makes it a perfect evening choice for couples and friends alike.
Last updated: November 21, 2025
Some of Stockholm’s museums are completely free to visit, while others offer free admission on specific days. Here’s a complete list of museums with free entry, including those with select free admission days.
Museums and art exhibitions with free admission
- Stockholm City Museum – Offers a rich collection documenting the city’s history and culture.
- Sweden’s National Sports Museum – Focuses on Sweden’s sporting history.
- The Living History Forum – Dedicated to the history of immigration and multiculturalism in Sweden.
- Accelerator – A contemporary art space.
- ArkDes – A Swedish national museum dedicated to architecture and design. (Free admission during 2025.)
- Swedish Holocaust Museum – Explores Swedens history in relation to the Holocaust. (Free admission during 2025.)
- Ersta Museum – Offers a journey through healthcare history, featuring historical images, authentic artifacts, soundscapes, and information about future plans for Ersta’s new hospital.
- Torekällberget – An open-air museum that immerses visitors in 19th-century Swedish rural life through its historic buildings, gardens, and traditional farm animals. Located south of Stockholm in Södertälje.
Free admission on selected days
- National Museum –Free admission on Thursdays 5 pm – 8 pm.
- Liljevalchs –Free admission on Mondays 11 am – 5 pm.
- Modern Art Museum –Free admission on Fridays 6-8 pm.
- Museum of Ethnography – Free admission on Tuesdays 3-5 pm.
- The Jewish Museum – Free admission on Saturdays 11 am -12 pm.
- Bonniers Art Gallery –Free admission on Fridays.
- Mediterranean Museum –Free admission on Wednesdays 6-8 pm.
- The Royal Palace – On National Day, June 6, visitors can enter the Royal Palace for free, with special exhibitions and activities.
Reduced prices on selected days
- Army Museum – 50% off on the admission on Tuesdays 5 pm – 7 pm.
- Swedish History Museum – Reduced entrance price on Wednesdays 5 pm – 20 pm.
- The Royal Armoury – All visitors get half off on museum admission between 17-20 on Thursdays.
- Fotografiska – Two tickets for the price of one (duo ticket), on Wednesdays after 6 pm.
