12 hidden statues in Stockholm you might have missed

Stockholm has plenty of classic statues tied to the city’s history, plus modern monuments that lean more toward public art or celebrate well-known people. But there’s also a third category: smaller, quirkier sculptures. They’re not trying to impress you from a distance, but they often have a lot of heart, and sometimes a quiet sense … Read more

Stockholm’s Most Iconic Cultural Venues: From Fotografiska to Avicii Arena

Kulturhuset

Stockholm is home to vibrant spaces dedicated to art, music, and culture, each offering a unique glimpse into the city’s creative spirit. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of Stockholm’s most inspiring cultural and artistic hubs. This is the fourth of eight articles about Stockholm’s architecture.Go to this page for a … Read more

Galleri Grip art gallery in Kungsholmen

Paintings in window display at art gallery Gallery Grip, in Stockholm Sweden.

Galleri Grip is a small art gallery located in the Kungsholmen district. It showcases a diverse range of artworks from both established and emerging artists, representing various styles and techniques. The gallery frequently changes its exhibits, with a wide variety of traditional and contemporary art forms. Additionally, Galleri Grip hosts special events such as private … Read more

Artipelag

Outdoor art installation of a human shape sitting down looking out at the water. Statue at art museum Artipelag outside of Stockholm Sweden.

You’ll find Artipelag about 25 km (15 miles) east of Stockholm city center, in a beautiful part of Stockholm’s archipelago on the island Värmdö. Artipelag is an art museum and gallery with a surface area covering an impressive 10,000 square meters (107,600 square feet), and showcases both contemporary and classical art. The site includes a … Read more

Liljevalchs Stockholm gallery

Ceramics art at Liljevalchs. Two humorous models of deep water fishes with cartoonish looking faces.

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

National Museum

Interior of National Musueum in Stockholm.

A must-see for lovers of art and culture. The National Museum (Nationalmuseum) is one of Sweden’s most important cultural institutions, with a large collection of paintings and sculptures from the 16th century up to the 20th century. King Gustav III founded the museum in 1792, making it one of the oldest art museums in Europe. … Read more