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Sunset

Golden Hour at Skansen

Catch the last light of the day at Stockholm’s oldest open-air museum, with a stop for a warm drink before the sun dips below the horizon.

Best time: 15:23About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 14:38

    Stampen

    Grab a drink at Stampen. This popular jazz club has been running since 1965 and is open until 01:00 on weekdays. It is a cozy place to warm up before heading out into the cold evening air.

  2. 15:08

    Skansen

    Walk to Skansen. The world's oldest open-air museum is a 41-minute walk from the anchor, but if you are starting from the city center, check the route. As you arrive, take in the view of the zoo and gardens. The golden light starting at 13:55 will be fading, so keep moving toward the best vantage points.

  3. 15:23

    Skansen

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the SW at 15:23. Skansen offers expansive views of the city and the water. Find a spot where you can see the sky change color as the light fades. The atmosphere is quiet and reflective as the day ends.

  4. 15:53

    Solliden

    End the evening at Solliden. Located on Skansen, this restaurant offers a classical Swedish smörgåsbord in the summer months, but the menu is available year-round. It has an astounding view of the inner harbour, perfect for digesting your meal while the city lights begin to twinkle.

Local tip

Skansen is a large area. Wear comfortable shoes and check the opening hours for the specific attractions or restaurants you want to visit, as some may close earlier than the museum grounds themselves. The walk from the city center is long, so plan your transport accordingly.

Check before you go

  • Stampen is open Tu-Fr 17:00-01:00 and Sa 14:00-01:00. It is closed on Mo and Su.
  • Solliden hours are not specified in the context. Check ahead for opening times.
  • The walk from the anchor (Folkoperan) to Skansen is 41 minutes. Check the route if you are starting from there.

Worth knowing

  • Stampen is open at 14:38 only on Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Stockholm (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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