Swedish History Museum
Journey 10,000 years in Swedish history
At a Glance
Best Ages
3–16 years
Cost
Varies
Time Needed
2–4 hours
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Weather Fit
Great for rainy days
Stroller Access
Yes, step-free lift; not in Gold Room
Washrooms
On-site with baby change
Food
Restaurant and café on-site
Parking
Street parking; disabled bay nearby
Booking
Recommended for guided tours
Parent Effort
Low–medium (self-guided trails)
A top-tier Stockholm museum that manages to make millennia of history feel hands-on and exciting for children. The free entry for under-19s removes any financial pressure, so families can dip in for an hour or linger all day without worrying about ticket costs.
About This Place
The Swedish History Museum in Stockholm takes families on a captivating journey through 10,000 years of Swedish history, from the Stone Age to the present day. Kids will love exploring the Viking village play exhibition, climbing aboard a Viking ship, and marvelling at glittering gold treasures in the famous Gold Room. With free entry for all children and young people up to 18, plus adventure backpacks and detective trails to borrow, it is an engaging and budget-friendly day out for families of all sizes.
Official Website open_in_new- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 20:00
- Thursday – Sunday
- 11:00 – 17:00
Hours were last verified in 2026. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date opening times.
Check the official website for current admission prices.
Viking Play Village
Kids can explore a recreated Viking settlement, climb inside a ship and meet farm animals.
Treasure Hunts
Borrow an adventure backpack or detective trail and solve clues together through the galleries.
Free for Kids
All children and teens up to 18 enter free of charge, making it ideal for large families.
Family-Friendly Dining
Restaurang Rosengården serves fika, lunch and snacks, plus there is a packed-lunch room with microwave.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Admission
- Adults 180 SEK; half-price after 16:00 and Wednesday evenings 17:00–20:00. Under-19s free.
- Strollers
- Permitted throughout except the Gold Room; stroller parking in the entrance hall.
- Baby change
- Changing tables in accessible toilets on every floor.
- Packed lunch
- A dedicated lunch room with water and microwave is available, or eat in the courtyard.
- Audioguide
- Available in several languages for both children and adults.
- Accessibility
- Lift at entrance, hearing loops in key halls, and folding chairs available.
- Coat check
- Lockers in the entrance hall; large bags can be stored at the information desk.
Kid Fit by Age
Stroller-friendly spaces, baby-change facilities and a calm rest room.
The Viking play village is perfect for little explorers to climb and pretend.
Adventure backpacks and hands-on displays keep this age group thoroughly engaged.
Mythology tours, treasure hunts and 2,500 original Viking objects spark curiosity.
Deep dives into medieval art, massacres and power struggles hold strong appeal.
Older teens interested in history, archaeology and Nordic mythology will find plenty to explore.
Insider Tips
Download the audioguide 'Highlights' to cover the museum's best objects in just one hour.
Check the calendar before visiting – guided family tours and torchlight adventures run during school breaks.
Combine your ticket with the Economy Museum in the same building for extra value.
On busy holiday days, park strollers outside the entrance using the provided lockable rail.
- •The Gold Room has restricted stroller access for evacuation safety; use the provided stroller parking.
- •Some exhibits cover violent historical events (e.g., the Massacre at the Wall) that may disturb sensitive children.
- •The museum is smoke-free throughout, including courtyards and balconies.
- •Folding chairs are available near exhibitions for visitors who need to rest.
- •A lift is located to the right of the main stone entrance stairs for step-free access.
- •Accessible toilets with baby-change facilities are on every floor.
- •Hearing loops are installed in the auditorium, Bifrost room and Baroque Hall.
- •Guide dogs are welcome and a disabled parking bay sits just two metres from the entrance.
schedule Best Time to Visit
Wednesday evenings (11:00–20:00) are ideal for a quieter visit and half-price adult admission after 17:00. School holidays are busier but come with extra children's activities; avoid peak midday crowds by arriving at opening.
shopping_bag What to Bring
- check_boxComfortable walking shoes for exploring multiple floors.
- check_boxA water bottle – refill stations are available.
- check_boxA packed lunch if you prefer; the museum provides a lunch room with microwave.
- check_boxA light jumper; some galleries can feel cool.
- check_boxA padlock or coin for the entrance-hall lockers.
Location
Address
Narvavägen 17, 114 84 Stockholm, Sweden
Phone
+46851955600
