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Sweden's classics.
The 10 best stockholm museums tours in Sweden, from the big-name classics to the quieter picks worth knowing about. What each one involves, who runs it, and what it costs.
Explore Skansen’s open-air museum in Stockholm: 150+ historic houses, Swedish rural life, and Nordic animals, plus seasonal events.
“So much fun and so much to see. Didn’t realize how big it really was. You need PLENTY of time to go here. So worth it!”
Stockholm Pass by Go City is a digital ticket for 50+ attractions, including Vasa Museum and the Royal Palace, with savings up to 50%.
“I like the pass, however am not using it enough to make the most value out of it. If you plan on visiting everything offered it’s an amazing value.”
Nobel Prize Museum ticket in Stockholm’s Old Town with audio/video exhibits, guided English tours, 200+ artifacts, and Nobel medal chocolate shop.
“Well organized and lots of information. Learnt a lot”
Ride a glass gondola outside Avicii Arena for 25 minutes at 130 meters high, with 360-degree views and a slow, photo-friendly glide.
“The view was really nice and it’s certainly an unique perspective to be on the side of Avicii Arena. I just wish there was more emphasis on pointing out what was visible from the gondola.”
Skip-the-line entry to Avicii Experience in Stockholm with VR, DJ play stations, and an emotional hands-on story of Tim Bergling.
“If you're an Avicii fan, this is a must do experience. Absolutely loved my time here.”
Fotografiska Stockholm for $22: world-class contemporary photography, waterfront views, and a top restaurant. Open daily 10–23.
“I liked that it the only museum that works later than 17 pm. Thanks for that!”
Step into Viking Age Scandinavia at Stockholm’s Viking Museum with guided tours, a free audio guide, and the 11-minute Ragnfrid’s Saga ride.
“We really enjoyed the live commentary with the explanation of the Viking age, the myths and truths of the gods, the ruins and the symbols used for the alphabet. Having the guide speak in Old Norse and dress the part was excellent. The food in the restaurant was also amazing (we had the shrimp sandwich,…”
Malmö’s Disgusting Food Museum is a short, family-friendly ticket where you smell and taste 80 infamous foods for $25.25.
“The smelling and tasting part are really great. It is so intriguing to try all different disgusting smell and food in one go”
Skip the guesswork at Stockholm’s Vasa Museum with an English guide and ticket included. Small group, about 2 hours.
“Our tour guide Katherine, was fabulous! You want to do the Vasa tour with her, she’s knowledgeable, easy to hear and enthusiastic. 10 out of 10 stars!”
Fotografiska Stockholm mobile ticket for world-class photo exhibitions and panoramic Baltic waterfront views, with optional top-floor dining.
“This is my favourite attraction in Stockholm. The various photo exhibits are always superb, and the whole place radiates charm and style. In the summer there is often a bar, open air restaurant and live music outside when you finish your tour, and all year round there is the fabulous restaurant and bar on the…”
