Things to do with kids in Stockholm

Things to do with kids in Stockholm

1. SeeVästerort, Solna and Sundbyberg

   Akalla 4H farm

   Akalla 4H-gård

   The animals are out in their pastures every day of the year. In Akalla village there is in addition to 4H-farm; Café, ceramics workshop, mini golf course, playground, barbecue area and splash pond. To get really close to the animals, you can book a guided tour.

   Mon-Sun 08:30-15:00·Free of charge

2. SeeÖstermalm

   Army Museum

   Displays the history of war, focused on the rise and fall of the Swedish Empire during the 16th to 18th centuries, followed by Sweden's role in the shade of World War I, World War II in Europe and Cold War Europe. The museum makes a great effort of putting warfare into a broader social context.

   Closed · opens 10 am tomorrow·140 kr/adult, 95 kr/concession, children free

3. SeeVasastan and Hagastaden

   Astrid Lindgren's home

   World famous writer of children's books Astrid Lindgren lived in this Stockholm apartment from 1941 until her death in 2002. Open for visitors since November 2015. Reservations only. See Astrid Lindgren tourism for related venues.

4. SeeVasastan and Hagastaden

   Bonniers konsthall

   This exhibition hall, opened in 2005 by the Bonnier family, owners of Sweden's largest media empire, showcases Swedish and international contemporary art.

   Wed 11:00-20:00, Thu-Sun 11:00-17:00 (closed during the summer)·130 kr/adult, 100 kr/concession, free Fridays

5. SeeÖstermalm

   Economy Museum – Royal Coin Cabinet

   Ekonomiska museet – Kungliga myntkabinettet

   Based on a Royal coin collection, this museum tells the story of money, wealth and financial management.

   Tue-Sun 11:00-17:00, Summer: 11:00-18:00·150 kr, children free

6. SeeVästerort, Solna and Sundbyberg

   Hagaparken

   A Royal Palace park in Solna with a rich history, open to the public, and great for picnics. The palace, Haga slott, is the residence of Crown Princess Victoria and her family. See also Swedish monarchy.

7. DoDjurgården

   Junibacken

   [ˈjʉːniˈbakən]

   Astrid Lindgren, author of Pippi Longstocking, Karlsson-on-the-Roof and numerous other children's books, is by far Sweden's most popular writer of children's books. Located on the island Djurgården, like many other child-friendly attractions, Junibacken could be described as an indoor theme-park dedicated to the world of her (and a few other Swedish authors') stories. Story train is a destination in itself here. The place also features several large playrooms; claims to have largest bookshop for kids in the country; has a restaurant. See Astrid Lindgren tourism for related destinations.

   Jan-May: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00, June: daily 10:00-17:00, July: daily 09:00-18:00, 1-15 Aug daily 09:00-18:00, 16-31 Aug daily 10:00-17:00, Sep-Dec: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00

8. SeeÖstermalm

   Kaknästornet

   The 155-metre TV tower, east of central Stockholm, offers a different kind of panorama from its viewing gallery. There is a restaurant at the top as well - when booking a table in advance for a specific meal (lunch, brunch or dinner, offered as set menus) one does not have to pay the entry fee to the tower.

   Sep-Apr: daily 10:00-21:00; May-Aug: daily 09:00-22:00·Adults 35 kr, children 7-15 15 kr

9. SeeÖstermalm

   Museum of Science and Technology

   Tekniska Museet

   This large museum tells the tale of Sweden's rich tradition of engineering, with objects from past centuries, and one of the server racks from a 2008 police raid against the Pirate Bay. It is also suitable for small children, with the possibility to carry out your own experiments in the Teknorama section. Admission 160 kr - children 7-18, students 19+ 95 kr. Rebates for families and when using the Stockholm card.

   Thu-Tue 10:00-18:00, Wed 10:00-20:00

10. SeeGamla stan

    Nobel Museum

    Nobelmuseet

    Located in the old Stock Exchange house in the middle of Gamla stan, this museum has lots of material on the Nobel Prize, including videotaped speeches by laureates. Gift shop sells "Nobel medals" that are big chocolate coins in stamped gold foil, great souvenir/gift.

    Open Tue 11:00-20:00, Wed-Sun 11:00-17:00 17 Sep-20 May, and 10:00-17:00 (Tue 10:00-20:00) 21 May-16 Sep·Admission 60 kr (students 40 kr, children 7-18 20 kr)

11. SeeGamla stan

    Riddarholmen Church

    Riddarholmskyrkan

    Riddarholm is the ancient core of Stockholm and this is the city's oldest building - though no longer the oldest church, as it's nowadays simply a museum. Built as an abbey in the late 14th century. Many Swedish monarchs are buried here, including Gustavus Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) and Charles XII (Karl XII). But what about Nelson Mandela, Lord Mountbatten, Chiang Kai-shek and other notables? - No, their plaques are here as "Knights of the Order of Seraphim", a Swedish heraldic society.

    Daily 10:00-17:00·Adults 50 kr, students and children 25 kr

12. SeeGamla stan

    Royal Palace

    Kungliga Slottet

    At times referred to by Swedes at the "Royal Castle". Built between 1697 and 1754, dominating the north-eastern part of the Old Town, the Royal Palace is the official residence of the monarch of Sweden. However, the Royal family lives at Drottningholm in Ekerö, using the Royal Palace only for official ceremonies. It is open to the public unless being used for a state ceremony. Entrance ticket includes The Royal Apartments, the Tre Kronor Museum, the Treasury, and Gustav III's Museum of Antiquities.

    Daily: May-Sep 10:00-17:00, Oct-Apr 10:00-16:00·Adults 160 kr, students and children 80 kr

13. SeeDjurgården

    Skansen-Akvariet

    Displays tropical animals such as lemurs, monkeys, snakes, spiders, fish and Cuban crocodiles. The aquarium requires an extra cover charge.

14. SeeSödermalm

    Stockholm City Museum

    Stadsmuseet i Stockholm

    This building was finished in the 1660s, as Stockholm's Southern City Hall. Over the centuries, it has been used as a courthouse, a jail, an anatomic theatre, and a school. Since 1942 it is a museum, displaying Stockholm's history from 1523 to present day, with special attention to construction and architecture, and activities for children. The museum organizes walking tours.

    free

15. SeeDjurgården

    The Viking Museum

    A Viking museum opened in 2017. The main attraction is Ragnfrids saga, an 11-minute ride through dioramas depicting a Viking adventure. The ride is a bit scary; children should be at least 7 years old, and accompanied by an adult. There is also an exhibition with replicas of Viking objects. Good for visitors who want a short introduction to the Vikings and are not bothered by the cover charge or the absence of genuine artifacts. See Vikings and the Old Norse for more real-life Viking experiences.

16. DoVasastan and Hagastaden

    Vanadisbadet

    An outdoor bath with a swimming pool, an exercise pool, and a toddlers' pool.

    07:00-20:00, May 1-Sept 15·90 kr for adults, 70 kr for children, students and seniors

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    BikeSweden

    BikeSweden offers several guided cycling tours and a variety of high quality bikes in the center of the city. Daily guided drop-in biketours form may-september). BikeSweden offers mountainbikes, children's bikes, racing bikes, trailers, child seats and city bikes.

    10–18 April–October

18. EatGamla stan Not mapped

    Grillska huset

    The medieval building was owned by the Grill family from 1681 to 1800; one of the first wealthy common families. The building has a café and restaurant run by the Stockholm City Mission, less overpriced than many other venues around Stortorget. The courtyard has a view of the Cepheus block, which had fallen in decay in the early 20th century, but was restored in the mid-20th century as a hallmark of modernization of historic buildings.

19. SeeSödermalm Not mapped

    Ivar Lo-museet

    A museum for Swedish writer and labour activist Ivar Lo-Johansson, famous for depicting Swedish farm workers' harsh conditions. The museum contains a small exhibition and Lo-Johansson's apartment, and requires advance booking. A scrapbook of Lo-Johansson's life is on display in the window. Across the street is Ivar Los park, a public park with a playground, and a bust of Lo-Johansson.

20. DoSödermalm Not mapped

    Stockholm Skyview

    An elevator at the outside of the arena, to the very top, with a panoramic view of Stockholm. The ride lasts 20 minutes, and costs 130 kr for adults, and 100 kr for children and seniors.

21. SeeNorrmalm

    Dansmuseet

    the Dance Museum

    Displays objects related to concert dancing.

    Daily 11:00-17:00·120 kr/adult, free/student, free/children

22. SeeVästerort, Solna and Sundbyberg

    T Hallonbergen

    Style of children's drawing.

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Stockholm (CC BY-SA 4.0).