Museums with free admission

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Daylight illuminates the permanent exhibition at the Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities, through the glass roof. The museum is one of Stockholm’s many that are admission-free.

Due to the current situation with the novel coronavirus, Covid-19, many museums have limited opening hours and some are temporarily closed. We reserve ourselves for any errors in this guide and refer directly to the museums for further questions.

Museums in Stockholm. Exterior of Accelerator, a venue for contemporary art located on Stockholm University's campus.

Science and art meet at Accelerator, Stockholms newest venue for contemporary art. The exhibition hall, located at Stockholm University, highlight cutting edge artists and feature collaborations with the University&#x27;s different faculties.

Accelerator

The main exhibition hall at ArkDes, a museum for architecture and design in Stockholm.

Closed until further notice due to the coronavirus, COVID-19. Visit the homepage for further information.

Arkdes in Skeppsholmen is a national center for architecture and design, with several interesting exhibitions and activities, a café, and a special library with unique collections. Here&#x27;s something to explore for any age group!

Arkdes

An image from the permanent exhibition at the Army Museum in Stockholm. Weapons from the 1940´s are visible and the exhibit hall continues in the background.

Follow men, women, and children through Sweden&#x27;s history of war and peace. Roam from the 16th century to the present day among dramatic, full-scale scenes and original artifacts in temporary and permanent exhibitions. Don&#x27;t miss the Trophy Chamber with its unique spoils of war and trophies. Learn more about Raoul Wallenberg and his deeds during World War II. Audioguide in English, free of charge. Guided tours in Swedish and English during the summer. Free entry. <a href="/link/027eb6f385154a37b06edf3d2aea4719.aspx?epslanguage=en">Artilleriet</a>, the museum restaurant next door, is also worth visiting.

Army Museum

A painted purple clay mask from the Museum of Ethnography, the mask is smiling sinisterly and has a row of skulls as a diadem.

The Museum of Ethnography is a place for everyone interested in the world. Bring the whole family on an extraordinary trip and experience art, culture, and food in an exciting and inspiring environment. With pieces from America, Africa, Asia, Australia, and Oceania the museum is a place full of dreams, achievements, and treasures from Swedish adventurers, merchants, collectors, and scientists. Restaurant Matmekka and museum shop. Free entry.

Museum of Ethnography

One of the world’s greatest baroque castles in a beautiful natural setting by Mälaren’s shore near Arlanda. The castle is from the Swedish Empire of the 17th century; it is Sweden’s biggest private palace.

Due to the current situation with the coronavirus COVID-19, Skokloster Castle will be closed until further notice.One of the world&#x27;s greatest baroque castles in a beautiful natural setting by Mälaren&#x27;s shore near Arlanda. The castle is from the Swedish Empire of the 17th century; it is Sweden&#x27;s biggest private palace. Visit the castle&#x27;s staterooms on your own, or take a guided tour through the beautiful rooms and halls filled with original furniture from various centuries.

Skokloster Castle

Swedish Museum of Natural History and Cosmonova

Experience nine permanent exhibitions about nature and the development of mankind. Learn about the universe and the earth, animals, and plants. Step right into a film adventure under Cosmonova’s 760-square meter (8,000+ sq. ft.) dome! Museum shop and restaurant. No admission to the exhibitions.

A magnificent 17th-century palace filled to the brim with Stockholm’s history. Building of this charming palace started as early as 1663 and its located at Slussen in Stockholm. The museum is currently under renovation. During the time for renovation cit

A magnificent 17th-century palace filled to the brim with Stockholm&#x27;s history. Trace the city&#x27;s development from a little, medieval harbor town to today’s multicultural metropolis.

The City Museum of Stockholm

The Hallwyl Collection

Step into a magnificent palace in the center of Stockholm that will take you 100 years back in time. Discover the von Hallwyl family’s fascinating history and experience the luxuries of the past in the sumptuous dining room, drawing room, smoking room, billiard room, and armory. Audio guide in Swedish and English. Shop. Free entry.

The Museum of Medieval Stockholm

The Medieval Museum focuses on people and retells stories from the everyday life of medieval Stockholmers. Encounter the tales of Jöns Skomakare, Sketna Gertrud Syltekona, and many others. The museum includes Stockholm&#x27;s city wall from about 1520 preserved as a fixed ancient remnant 55 meters (180 feet) long. You will find the entrance to Norrbro, Stockholm’s oldest stone bridge. Free admission.

The Medieval Museum

The Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities is beautifully located on Skeppsholmen in the middle of Stockholm. The rich collections from China, India, Southeast Asia, Japan, and Korea have few counterparts outside of Asia. There is a lovely café and museum sho

The Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities is beautifully located on Skeppsholmen in the middle of Stockholm. The rich collections from China, India, Southeast Asia, Japan, and Korea have few counterparts outside of Asia. The exhibitions &quot;China before China&quot; and &quot;The Middle Kingdom – Imperial China&quot; will walk you through 6,000 years of the fascinating history of China. Meet multifaceted Japan with glimpses of entertainment, religion, and tea ceremony performances. Café and museum shop. Free entry.

The Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities

The Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities

With fascinating collections from Egypt, Cyprus, Greece, the Roman Empire, and the Middle East, the Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities is Sweden´s main archaeological museum of Mediterranean cultures. Come on a journey through 7,000 years of Egyptian history, and meet the people who lived alongside the Nile. Stories, films, and digital technology will guide you through history and down into the burial chamber. Bagdad Café offers an amazing view of the Royal Palace. Museum shop. Free entry.

The National Maritime Museum

Swedish vessels and warships from the 17th century and onwards. Learn more about the efforts to master the sea and the impact of merchant shipping on society, as well as pirates of the past and present and about life onboard. You will find a playroom and a creative workshop for children, as well as a restaurant with a fantastic view. Take the opportunity to discover the museum’s floating museum ships and boat collection near the Vasa Museum—open during the summer. Free admission.

The National Sports Museum of Sweden

At the National Sports Museum (Riksidrottsmuseet) you can see exhibits on Swedish sports from ancient times until today, from the 1912 Olympic Games in Stockholm to today’s fixed stars and the fascination of sport, but also its downsides.Try different sports activities and challenge yourself or others in fun competitive activities. Don’t miss the films of sporting highlights and old reviews, listen to radio commentaries and relive the excitement. Free admission.

Museums in Stockholm. Royal regalia and old uniform are on display behind in a glass case at the Royal Armory.

Experience Sweden’s royal history in the dark cellar of the Royal Palace. Splendid costumes and glittering carriages tell stories of magnificent royal coronations, weddings, and funerals. Learn about Streiff, the horse belonging to Gustav II Adolf. See Karl XII’s muddy blue uniform from 1718 and the clothing Gustav III wore to the masquerade ball of 1792. In the children’s room, you will find yourself in an enchanted world. Try on dresses and knight costumes, play, read and draw. Free entry.

The Royal Armoury

Paintings, icons and wooden sculptures with religious motifs against a grey cement wall. The art is from the middle ages and can be found at the Swedish Historic Museum in Stockholm.

The Swedish History Museum narrates Sweden’s history from the earliest times to the present. See gold and silver treasures and magnificent medieval art. Try outdoor Viking games during the summer. Restaurant and shop.

Museums with free admission

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