Stockholm's must-see museums

To discover Stockholm in all its facets, there is no better way than to visit its museums. They tell you the story of this archipelago on the Baltic Sea, from the Vikings to the present day. You will dream of it thanks to its legends. You will pierce the soul of this country, immersing yourself in its customs and traditions. You will be amazed by the creativity of its artists, inspired by the sea and the ice creams, let's go on a guided tour of the best museums in Stockholm!

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Museums on Swedish history

It is the story of a country, which forges its character and makes it unique. The museums tell you about the major events that have marked the history of this Nordic land, the anecdotes from the past that give it its charm. Locate the major dates in their context, locate the major events, put names on emblematic Swedish figures ... You will discover Stockholm in its broad outlines, as well as in its privacy!

The journey through time begins in the time of the Vikings, against a backdrop of Celtic legend, with the “Viking Museet” in Stockholm. This small museum invites you to enter the world of Celtic legends.
The “Medeltidsmuseet” (Medieval Museum in Stockholm) is a true return to the Middle Ages… It is a very immersive visit.
The Stockholm City Museum, a real trip to the heart of the city's history! Read our article specially dedicated to the Stockholm City Museum.
A more formal and comprehensive visit awaits you at the Swedish History Museum. It is very well documented and covers the period from prehistory to the 16^th century.
The Royal Armories tells you the story of the Swedish royal family through the centuries. The collection of family objects, costumes, furniture, coaches… is very rich and in itself deserves a detour.
And to live the life of a castle, go to the Royal Palace. You walk through the majestic rooms of this sublime residence, magnificently furnished and decorated. The changing of the guard is one of the key moments of the visit.

The Royal Palace

Museums on traditions and ancient crafts

The museums on the life of yesteryear, the habits and customs, the trades of yesteryear, bring together everyday objects, old tools, archives and beautiful collector's items. They show you craft techniques and skills. You will discover local crafts. They offer you an immersion in this warm Scandinavian culture. It is the heart of Stockholm that you will enter!

The “Nordiska Museet” presents furniture, crockery, decorative items, and even costumes and jewelry. This is probably the most complete collections to discover the local crafts and daily life in Stockholm from the ^16th century to today.
The “Vasa Museet” is an emblematic museum of the island archipelago of Stockholm. You can admire an authentic 17^th century warship and discover the Swedish maritime heritage but also give you an account of life aboard a boat and work in a shipyard.
The Hallwyl Museum is a former family remained in its juice from the early 20^th century. You will contemplate the fashion of the time in terms of furniture, art and decoration.

The Nordiska Museet

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Museums on art in all its forms

An archipelago of islands in the middle of the Baltic Sea, at times sprinkled with snow or frozen in ice… A colorful and friendly city, open to Europe and the world… This is what inspires many artists! Art museums, whatever the era, unveil their finest works to make you dream and appreciate the soul of Stockholm.

The "National Museum" is a must to have an overview of the Swedish and European art from the Middle Ages to the 20^th century view.
The “ABBA Museet” is a legendary museum for fans of 1970s pop music and for all others who wish to learn more about this legendary group.
The “Moderna Museet” is an ode to modern art! You will discover unusual and sometimes extravagant works there, in a fairly classic setting. It houses a permanent collection and is constantly updated with temporary exhibitions.
The "Fotografiska" reveals photographic works and astonishing montages in a unique atmosphere.

Do you like art? To get around while enjoying beautiful works of contemporary art, take the metro and its most beautiful stations, decorated by artists! Read our article on the most beautiful metro stations in Stockholm.

The National Museum in Stockholm

The Moderna Museet

The Fotografiska Museum

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Unmissable museums to do with the family

All the museums make an effort to please the greatest number, arouse the curiosity of the youngest and meet the requirements of the oldest. Some spaces will still be more successful than others with children. For a visit appreciated by children, here is our family selection:

The “Stockholm Toy Museet” is a priority. All kinds of games are presented there, from the oldest to the most interactive, but also comics. It is an ideal place to have fun with the family and find your child's soul!
The “TechniskaMuseet” is a very pleasant experimentation space for children and adolescents. You can try out different activities with the children: scientific experiments on the theme of mines, robotics, and video games.
The "Viking Museet" literally immerses you in the world of Vikings and its little train entertainment is very popular with children.
Back to "Vasa Museet" and impressive warship of the 17^th century. He fits into this selection thanks to his film for children, broadcast every day in French, which allows them to understand everything about life on board this fabulous ship.
The "Vrak Museum" plunges you into the heart of the abyss and wrecks and discover a new national museum on the island of Djurgården, inaugurated by the Swedish king Carl XVI Gustaf on September 23, 2021. Read our article about the Vrak Museum.

Read our article on visiting Stockholm with the family.

Here is our Stockholm museum tour finished. Whatever your field of predilection, you will surely find your happiness there to satisfy your curiosity, to cultivate you and to learn lots of anecdotes on all these subjects.