Sweden, harsh and mysterious, keeps traces of the Stone Middle Ages, beckons with its history and welcomes guests with European comfort. Tourists come to Stockholm for museums that keep old exhibits within their walls, beautiful views of the sea and, of course, Swedish cuisine, which is full of seafood. Arriving in the capital, it is worth planning your walks in advance so as not to miss a single important sight, to have time to take a boat ride and dine in one of the many restaurants, where it is better to book a table in advance. Upon arrival, you will surely come across information about the Stockholm Card at most of the ticket offices in museums and hotels. This is a subscription that includes:
- free rides on public transport, including some ferries
- one-time visit to most of the city's museums (the list is attached to the map)
- 3 bus excursions
- 2 boat tours by ferry
It is pointless to buy a card for one day, it will not pay off. Although the cost of tickets to museums cannot be called cheap, admission to some of them has become free as part of the state program. So, let's talk about the main attractions of Stockholm.
National Museum of Sweden
Louvre in France, Hermitage in Russia, National Museum in Sweden. All these places have the richest collections of paintings by great painters, beautiful sculptures, the finest porcelain and other exhibits. In Stockholm, you can see the works of such famous artists as Rembrandt, Poussin, Manet, Francis Goya, Auguste Renoir and many others. In 201b, the National Museum of Sweden celebrated its 150th anniversary. The facade of the building is built in the style of the Italian Renaissance and Venetian Gothic.
The building is located on the banks of the river and has an impressive view. Address: Sodra Blasieholmshamnen, 2. The exhibits previously exhibited at the institution can now be viewed at the Royal Academy of Arts for free. It is located in the center of the capital at Fredsgatan, 12. The nearest metro stations are T-Centralen and Kungstradgarden. if you go by bus, you need to get off at the Tegelbacken stop. The academy works daily from 11.00 to 19.00, on weekends - until 17.00. Official site: nationalmuseum.se.
Stockholm City Museum
If you are bored in front of the highly spiritual paintings of Rembrandt, then in the city museum you will laugh, be embarrassed, surprised, but just not yawn from boredom. In the snow-white palace, in which Russian merchants once made their honest and not so good deals with the Swedes, you can get acquainted with several unusual expositions. One part of the exhibition tells about the life of the Middle Ages, the other clearly shows the importance of hygiene and the consequences of not observing it. For the smallest visitors, there is a playground with labyrinths, exercise machines and bookshelves. She even attracts local kids.
Museum address: Ryssgarden, Peter Myndes backe, 6. The Slussen underground station is nearby. You can also get there by bus number 2, 3, 43, 53, 55 or 76. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11.00 to 17.00, on Thursday - until 20.00. The entrance ticket costs for adults from 70 to 100 CZK, depending on the season, for children from 12 to 19 years old, from 20 to 40 CZK. Holders of the Stockholm Card can visit the attraction for free. Official website: stadsmuseet.stockholm.se. Note: until December 2016, the city's museum is closed for renovation.
Vasa Museum
Would you like to see a ship that could be considered the 17th century Titanic? Vasa is the only surviving sailing ship from that century in the world. It became unique even at the time of the first launch. The combat ship had an exorbitant cost, impressive size, and striking appearance. About 400 people of completely different professions were involved in the construction of the ship. Like the Titanic, the sailboat sank on its first voyage.
A museum was built for Vasa in Stockholm, which eventually became one of the most popular in Scandinavia. In addition to the vessel, 10 more expositions are exhibited there, and a documentary film is shown. Children will feel like real pirates near an amazing sailing ship with carved karma and loopholes for cannons. You will find a landmark of Sweden on the island of Djurgarden to the right of the bridge. You can get to it on foot from the central station, by bus number 69 or 67, and even by ferry.
Motorists are advised to park the entrance to the bridge. There are several other museums and an amusement park on the island. You can look at the Vasa ship every day from 10.00 to 17.00, on Wednesday - until 20.00. in the summer, the institution is open from 8.30 am to 6 pm. Cost of visiting the exhibition: 130 CZK for adults, 100 CZK for students, free for children under 18. There is a restaurant on the territory of the museum. Official website: vasamuseet.se.
Skansen Museum
Plunge into Scandinavia! On Djurgarden Island, stroll through the Swedish Ethnographic Museum. There are 150 houses in a small village with cobbled streets. In them you will see how at different times in different parts of Scandinavia people lived, worked and rested, what clothes they put on, what dishes they ate from. Masters of their craft still forge metal, pray flour, weave and embroider. On the territory of the museum, in open-air cages and in freedom, you can meet a bear, elk, wolf and squirrel. In this fabulous place, more like the pavilions of some film studio, you can wander all day.
Hungry tourists can have a snack in one of the cafes, there are many of them here. Particular attention should be paid to the Solliden restaurant, which will introduce you to a real buffet. You can get to Skansen on foot, walking along the central embankments of the capital, you can arrive by public transport by route number 44 or take a steamer from the Slussen metro station. At different times of the year, the ethnographic museum works in different ways, but seven days a week and always opens at 10.00.
On New Year's Eve, you can wander through the snow-covered Scandinavian village until midnight, enjoying the fabulous atmosphere and the play of festive lights. During the Christmas holidays, the museum holds a fair. Depending on the month, the cost of a visit for adults varies from 100 to 180 CZK. A child ticket costs 60 CZK throughout the year. For Stockholm Card holders, admission is free. Official site: skansen.se.
Globe Arena
All over the world, buildings are being erected that stand out from the rest with their unusual design or dimensions. A huge white sphere rises above Stockholm, which is an arena and concert venue. It can accommodate over 13 thousand people under its roof. The Globe arena is considered the largest spherical indoor stadium in the world.
The Swedes simply call the huge white ball a globe. It acquires the most interesting view in the evening in the rays of multi-colored spotlights, and from it a mesmerizing view of the city opens. A funicular is constructed on the wall of the building. The spherical cabin rises to a height of 130 meters in 10 minutes. The SkyView attraction is open on weekdays from 9.30 am to 6 pm, until 4 pm on weekends. The ticket price is 150 kroons, discounts are available for seniors and children. Photo and video filming is allowed.
But with drinks, food and luggage, you will not be allowed. At a bird's eye view, it is very romantic to confess your feelings and propose. For such occasions, you can purchase a bottle of champagne for SEK 400. For those with a fear of heights, there are several levels built inside the arena. Each floor has a cafe, restaurant or bar. The schedule of events held here can be viewed on the official website globearenas.se. Address: Globentorget, 2.
Gamla Stan
Most of the centuries-old cities in the world include areas that are often referred to as the Old City.Stockholm is no exception. Gamla Stan is located on the island of Stadsholmen. Its territory includes several cobbled streets, houses in the Gothic style, the picturesque Stortorget square. Here you will see Stockholm Cathedral, Riddarholm Church. In search of the Nobel Museum or the Royal Palace, you will find yourself just in the Old Town.
Among other attractions, it is worth noting the Den Gyldene Freden restaurant, opened in 1722 on Osterlanggatan Street. Its interior has not changed since the opening day. Thanks to this fact, the institution got into the Guinness Book of Records. You can endlessly talk about the island. It is better to take a walk here, and even better - more than once.
For example, you can try to find a tiny statue of the Iron Boy in the small Bollhustappam courtyard, located south of the main passage to the Royal Palace. There are no exact dates for the development of the Gamla Stan area. According to some reports, buildings of the 13th - 15th centuries have survived on the island.
Nobel Museum
Most people know Nobel as a person who has established one of the most significant awards in various fields of science, literature and society in general. Far fewer people know that this amazing man, striving to find a solution to the problems of all mankind, created dynamite and an electric chair. One can argue for a long time about the inconsistency of his discoveries, but it is impossible not to agree with the fact that Alfred Nobel left a huge mark in the history of the world. At different periods of his life, the scientist lived on the territory of the northern capital of Russia, in Paris and Stockholm.
The latter city houses a museum dedicated to the explorer. The most beautiful, spacious 17th century building includes several exhibitions, a creative environment, a children's room and a banquet hall. In the museum you can get to know more about the personality of Nobel, his inventions, the history of the award, its laureates. A pleasant atmosphere awaits you at Bistro Nobel, conducive to discussions and intimate conversations over a cup of tea. The employees of the institution advise to look under your seat in the afternoon: there is a chance to find something interesting there.
In the museum shop you can buy books, catalogs and even a Nobel medal, albeit only a chocolate one. Lectures and various events are held annually at the Nobel Museum. For upcoming events, visit the official website nobelmuseum.se. The institution provides services for organizing banquets and various events. Entrance fee: 80 CZK, 60 CZK - with a student card, free for children. Tours are conducted in various languages, including Russian. Address: Nobelmuseet Stortorget, 2. You can get here in the following ways:
- metro: T-station Galma stan;
- buses no. 2, 43, 55, 71, 76: stop Slottsbacken;
- buses no. 3, 53: Riddarhustorget stop.
In the summertime, visitors are welcome every day from 9.00 to 20.00. During winter, the museum is closed on Mondays, open from 11.00 to 20.00 on Tuesdays and until 17.00 on other days.
Royal Palace
One of the main attractions of the city and the whole of Sweden, undoubtedly, can be called the Royal Palace. Moreover, on the site of the current building, there was previously a fortress, which laid the foundation for the entire city. The current residence of the kingdom is located in a spacious castle in the very center of the capital in the ancient district of Gamla Stan. For visitors, as a museum complex, it is open all year round, which is unique throughout Europe.
The beauty, grace and rich decoration of the palace chambers reflect the court life of the last 4 centuries. Works of art from different eras and different countries are exhibited here. On the Palace Square at noon, a solemn changing of the guard takes place every day. Dozens of tourists gather to watch the perfected movements and stunning bearing of the soldiers. The monument of architecture and art is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 16.00.
On Thursdays, the exhibition "40 Years in Power" opens for visitors, dedicated to the current King Charles XVI Gustave, so the work of the museum ends at 20.00. On public holidays, due to official receptions at the palace, visits may be restricted. The tour inside the castle is conducted in various languages, including Russian. It is included in the price of the entrance ticket, the price of which is: 150 CZK for visitors over 18, 75 CZK for children over 7 years of age. Address: Slottsbacken, 1. Nearest underground station: Gamla Stan or Kungstradgarden. Official website: kungahuset.se. Note: taking pictures in the museum is prohibited, you cannot enter with umbrellas and strollers.
Livrustkammarin
In the good old tales, valiant knights in armor rode horses and carried forged weapons, and beautiful princesses in heavy rustling dresses rode in carriages. Modern courtiers do not do this, but it is still possible to look at the amazing things of that era. The Royal Palace in Sweden's main treasury, Livrustkammaren, houses a rich collection of armor, robes, swords and horse harnesses. Some of them are still used at official receptions of the royal dynasty. Children can take an entertaining journey into the past at the Knight's Club, where they will be introduced to the code of the knights, tell them about the real life of non-fictional characters.
Exhibition working hours:
- in May and all summer, the exhibition opens daily at 10.00;
- in the first 2 months it closes at 17.00, in the following - at 18.00;
- in the rest of the period from 11.00 to 17.00, on Thursdays until 20.00, closed on Monday.
Free admission. Guided tours in English: 60 CZK for adults and free for children. You can rent a Russian audio guide for 40 CZK. For the youngest visitors there is a special guide for SEK 20. Official website: livrustkammaren.se.
Millesgarden
Are you looking for an interesting museum complex, which would not be stuffy from an uncountable number of visitors? Travel to Millesgården, where bizarre statues and architectural objects are nestled in nature. On the rocky seaside, the Millesa couple, artists by profession, at the beginning of the 20th century erected their house and equipped the park. Here they lived and worked, leaving their numerous works as a legacy to the state.
The garden extends in tiers down to Vertan Bay. Fountains murmur among the trees, and graceful, like floating silhouettes of statues, many of which are copies, stretch into the sky on tall columns. Original sculptures can be found all over the world. The Exhibition Hall houses an exposition dedicated to contemporary art and a museum shop. The gardener's house has now been converted into the Pink Terrace bistro. You can take art lessons at the Pink House.
The museum is open from 11.00 to 17.00 daily from May to September inclusive, the rest of the period is a day off - Monday. On weekdays, group tours run from 9.00 to 16.00. A group visit to the museum complex must be notified no later than one day in advance. Ticket price: 150 CZK for an individual visit, 120 CZK - as part of a group, free of charge with the Stockholm Card. Address: Lidingo, Herserudsvagen, 32. To get to the garden, at the Ropsten metro station, change to bus no. 201, 202, 204, 205, 206, 212 and get off at the Tursvikstorg stop. You can also take a tram from the metro. Official website: millesgarden.se
Vadstena abbey
There is an opinion among non-religious people that churches and cathedrals are boring. Avid travelers, however, know that such places often have a lot to see. To this day, religion remains significant for the culture of any nation. In Sweden, not far from its capital, in the cozy town of Vadsten, there is a convent of the Order of St. Brigit, the largest in the country. It was founded in 1346. Saint Catherine of Sweden became his first abbess. She buried her mother, the founder of the monastery, here in 1381.
For 7 centuries, the shrine has undergone many different events, including oblivion.Nowadays there are only 13 novices serving in the monastery, who are happy to meet tourists, travelers and parishioners. Travelers will find interesting not only the medieval architecture of the castle located on the coast, but also a collection of paintings, icons and sculptures. Far from the bustle of the city, you can visit the service, rest for several days. On 28 May every year, the abbey celebrates St. Brigitte's Day. A boarding house is open at the monastery.
The temple is open to visitors from 9.00 every day, except Sunday. On this day, it works only 2 hours: from 11.00 to 13.00. In May the monastery closes at 17.00, in June and August - at 19.00, in July - at 20.00. In the rest of the period, the visit ends at 15.00. The visit to Vadstena Abbey is free. A day's rest in a boarding house costs up to 650 CZK per person. Address: Vadstena, Slottsvagen, 30. You can get to the monastery by train or bus to the Mjolby station, then you need to change to bus number 661, which will take you to your destination. Official site: birgittaskloster.se.
Sculpture "Boy looking at the Moon"
The height of the "iron boy" named Ulle is 15 cm, it is the smallest sculpture in the city. Its creator, Liss Eriksson, made the statue in his own image - once he also sat at the window at night and looked at the sky for hours. The Swedes believe that if you pat the boy on the head and treat him with sweets, making a wish at that moment, it will surely come true.
Perhaps for this reason, tourists and local citizens are so reverent about this sculpture, namely, they knit various hats and scarves so often that the boy changes his outfits once a week. In the old part of the city, near the Royal Palace, behind the Finnish Church, there are a couple of narrow streets leading to a small courtyard, in the center of which is a lovely landmark.
Kungstradgarden (Royal Garden)
Once upon a time in the place of the cherry blossom park there was a vegetable garden - the "breadwinner" of the royal nobility. But in 1821 it was decided to erect a monument to King Charles XIII, surrounded by four lions, and such a neighborhood was unworthy of an eminent figure, but the alleys planted with flowers and trees are quite. After a fire in the palace in 1825, the park began to develop - at first, access to it was opened for ordinary people, which was previously inadmissible, and then the territory of the garden was expanded and a monument to Charles XII was installed, pointing a finger towards Russia, as historians suggest.
Two representatives of the royal power formed squares and a fountain with bronze swans and benches around them, giving the park a symmetry. And since 1998, the garden has become especially popular thanks to the sakuras brought here, which, with their flowering, cannot leave anyone indifferent. In winter, the park is also a must-see - skating rinks are organized on the site of the squares, and then you can warm up with hot mulled wine and buy a couple of gifts for friends at the souvenir fair.
Riddarholmen Church
The church began its history as early as the 13th century, but the central chapel and the openwork spire towering over the city, as well as other details of the building, were rebuilt only in the 16th century. Earlier, divine services were held within its walls, but in 1807 the church retained only the right to be the burial place for 17 Swedish monarchs who ruled from the 17th to the 20th century. Among the dead, the monastery also keeps the ashes of Charles XII, but the most curious burial for those interested in history is Magnus Ladulos, who ascended the throne in 1275.
The floor in the church consists of tombstones of representatives of less significant for the state, and the walls are decorated with many coats of arms of the knights, which they received during their lifetime. After their death, the date of death was written on the emblem and transferred to the Riddarholmen church. You can visit this place every day from 10:00 to 17:00 for $ 3-5 depending on age, and for children under 7 years old - admission is free.
Church of St. Nicholas
The baroque cathedral is not as beautiful on the outside as on the inside. The facade of the building is made of red brick and is rather austere, but the interior of the building is breathtaking not only with the decoration, but also with the accumulation of world masterpieces within its walls. It was first mentioned in the 13th century, but the cathedral gained influential significance in the middle of the 20th century, when the coronation, weddings and funerals of the Swedish nobility began to be held here. Upon entering the church, tourists are immediately impressed by the monument to the Battle of Brunckeberg, where St. George fights a dragon on horseback.
The sculpture was created in 1489 from wood with gilded elements on it, individual details. Following on, you will stumble upon the Silver Altar and statues of Jesus Christ surrounded by other holy figures. The pictures "The False Sun" and "The Stockholm Miracle" deserve special attention. They depict old Stockholm and a sign in the form of the sun, emitting rays in different directions. Every day from 9:00 to 16:00, you can visit the temple for $ 4.5 (free for children under 18), but it is better to go on Wednesday, as there are free excursions in Russian on these days.
Church of Saint Clare
The tallest church, which got its name in honor of a nun who ran away from home to serve God, is already 750 years old. Until 1527, it was a convent, and then it and other ancient buildings were demolished by order of Gustav Vasa to move the walls to the outskirts of the city in order to strengthen the defensive positions of the soldiers in the upcoming battles. By the way, you can still see the surviving remains of the fortification. But since 1577, Gustav's son, Johan III, began rebuilding churches throughout the city, and since then Santa Clara has remained intact to this day.
In addition to the interior white and gold decoration, painted (with biblical subjects) ceilings, walls, mosaic windows, a marble floor and 35 bells that adorn the tower clock, there is something else that deserves attention: burials of famous Swedish poets, a crypt of the 17th century, paintings religious content and body. The voluntary activity of the church is also impressive - on weekends, ministers and ordinary volunteers are ready to feed all those in need for free. Every day from 10:00 to 17:00, except Sunday, Santa Clara's doors are open to everyone.
Stockholm City Hall
It is here, in the "blue" hall of the town hall, where feasts are held on the occasion of the Nobel Prize. The place is so popular among our compatriots that it became necessary to organize excursions in Russian. There are 365 steps leading to the highest 106-meter tower, but the entrance is closed during the winter season. The corridor leading to the ceremonial hall is decorated with busts of the builders of the building itself. There are several halls in the town hall for holding wedding paintings and receiving honored guests, the most luxurious of which is “Gold” - it took 10 kg to decorate it with mosaics. gold, and the view from its windows opens onto Lake Mälaren.
The sarcophagus of Jarl Birger, the ruler of the Folkung dynasty, is kept in the town hall. After exploring all the attractions, you can dine at the on-site restaurant, which serves the same dishes as for the Nobel laureates. From 9:30 to 18:00 daily, guides offer a tour of the town hall for a price of $ 2 to $ 10, and children under 12 do not have to worry about money.
Bergius Botanical Garden
The founder of the ecological garden is Peter Jonas Bergius, physician and botanist. He devoted his whole life to the study of nature, namely green plants, so after his death he transferred the garden to the Royal Academy of Sciences, on the condition that they would take care of his brainchild. About 10 thousand plants bloom and delight visitors from spring to autumn every day for free, with the exception of some greenhouses and greenhouses. Interestingly, each greenhouse is represented by herbs, shrubs and trees of a certain climatic zone of the Mediterranean - desert plants of Africa, Australian yuccas and eucalyptus, as well as fern thickets of tropical forests.
For tired travelers, there are a lot of cafes and shops throughout the park overlooking a pond with water lilies, a meadow with ducks walking along it, the valley of rhododendrons and the Japanese garden. The Botanical Park opens its doors every day from 11:00 to 16:00, but reminds of the observance of the rules in the park, for example, it is forbidden to pick flowers and berries.
Sergelstorg
Royal drama theater
Dramatine, founded in the 18th century, looks more like a palace than a theater - the facade of the building is made of marble, and bas-reliefs, carved columns on pedestals and gilded sculptures by Milles make it even more pompous. At the entrance you will be greeted by a bust of the famous August Strinberg, and a little further away, in a back street, there is a bronze statue of actress Margarete Kruuk for her talent and dedication. Once upon a time, Shakespeare's works were staged within the walls of the theater, and now they are diluted with modern works of Swedish drama, in total there are more than 1000 performances per year. Thanks to the many paintings inside the building, the theater can be confused with a museum - huge canvases by famous artists leave almost no free space on the walls.
Drottningholm palace and park ensemble
"Queen's Island", which was built by Johan III for his wife, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. After a fire in the 17th century, the palace had to be rebuilt, and the architect Nicodemus Tessin was involved in this, who also managed to participate in the creation of palaces for Russia. It is not without reason that Drottningholm is compared to the French Versailles - three generations of the Tessins worked on the project so as not to yield in luxury to any of the neighboring kingdoms.
The palace complex includes two gardens in French and English style, a Chinese pavilion and a theater. Currently, it is the residence of the Swedish kings, but the museum and several rooms inside the palace can be viewed for $ 12-18. Drottningholm can be reached by public transport, or you can take a ferry and enjoy the scenery on both sides. The park is open around the clock, and the museum is only open from 12:00 to 15:30.
Parliament building (Riksdag)
This is a relatively young building and was built at the beginning of the 20th century. The Riksdag is interesting for its hospitality - even during parliamentary sessions, the entrance to tourists is open, and you can listen to "how the state lives". 349 deputies, half of whom are women, have been solving the problems of Sweden since 1971, and until then only men were in the four-chamber parliament, and among them were not only representatives of the nobility, but also ordinary peasants. The Riksdag has significantly expanded to our time, and now seven buildings are connected by underground passages.
On the front door, passing through an archway, you will stumble upon a large marble staircase leading to the chambers. Pictures from different periods of Swedish life are hung on the ceilings and walls; in total, the Riksdag stores more than 4,000 pieces of art, including sculptures. The Museum of Medieval Stockholm has exhibits that will be of interest to children - toys and other funny little things from the 13th to 16th centuries. From 12:00 to 17:00 every day except Monday, you can explore all corners of the Riksdag free of charge.
Wrangel Palace
Another royal residence of the 17th century, in which the coronation of Charles XII took place, and masquerades and parties were held. The building has undergone many renovations, and now it houses the Swedish Court of Appeal, so the external decoration of the palace is modest and restrained, and among the "treasures" there is nothing particularly memorable except the works of Swedish artists and portraits of previous representatives of the judiciary.
Modern Art Museum
The expositions of the museum are divided into 3 periods of time and are located in different halls, among which there was a place for the works of Russian constructivists. We have known about the surrealism of Picasso and the avant-garde of Malevich for a long time, people are used to and even highly appreciate their work, but contemporary art is of more interest, for example, Rauschenberg's "Goat", whose dead body is splattered with paint. About 100 thousand sculptures, paintings and photographs are available to art lovers every day except Monday from 10:00 to 18:00 for $ 12 for adults and free for children under 18 years old.
Tom Titus Experiment Museum
The "Tom Tits Experiment" sign can be seen from afar atop a tall, four-story red brick building. At the entrance you will be given an introductory magazine with a description of the work of each of the exhibits, of which there are about 600 pieces. This is the place where you need to take the children. You can touch all the details, try to conduct experiments yourself, or just be a participant in them.
Most of all, children are interested in a huge balloon that stands in the courtyard of one of the tiers of the museum, and on which you can ride. In the planetarium, they solve puzzles, in the chemical laboratory they conduct experiments, and in some rooms everything is aimed at vigorous activity, for example: finding a way out of the maze or riding a rope on a bicycle, leaning on and even lying down for a while on air currents, feeling like you are in the epicenter earthquakes.
In general, everything that is connected with nature around us can be involved and felt by the child himself. The souvenir department sells amusing puzzles with instructions at a fairly expensive price, and there are also cafes for relaxation here. The museum invites you every day except Monday from 10:00 to 16:00 for $ 15 for children and $ 20 for adults.
Gröna Lund Amusement Park
Once a small park of several merry-go-rounds has grown into an entire entertainment complex with more than 30 attractions. A sophisticated child will be especially interested in the "Merry House", the purpose of which is not to let you climb into it - the stairs and the floor are constantly wobbling and throwing you from side to side. The fall tower is famous for its height - 80 meters, and although the views from such a height are beautiful, the sensation of falling is only to the taste of adrenaline lovers. In "House with Ghosts", a frightening atmosphere is played up by professional actors in the role of spirits and other evil spirits.
Rock concerts are often held on the territory of Grön Luna - in 1980, Bob Marley managed to gather a crowd of 30 thousand fans of his songs. Sweets, contests, cafes and restaurants are also provided. From Monday to Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 11 a.m., you can visit the park, and the payment for it is carried out in two ways - either you pay for the entrance, and then also for each attraction separately, or you buy a ticket for a total cost of $ 33, and then on any entertainment will be available to you throughout the day.
Junibacken Museum
Astrid Lindgren herself took part in the creation of the museum of fairy tales, who insisted on following the scenery exactly according to her sketches. The scenes from the books of this writer are embodied in reality as if they came from the pages of books - you can visit Carlson, whose house is located on the roof, or Pippi Longstocking.
All slides, airplanes, horses can be used and climbed, and a fabulous train will take you through the rooms, made according to the fairy tale that the guide will tell you about at that moment or you will listen to the story in your native language on your own headphones. The museum periodically hosts theatrical performances and exhibitions. At the exit from Junibacken there is a pastry shop and shops with souvenirs and books. The kingdom of fairy tales is open daily, and the ticket price is $ 16-18.
ABBA Group Museum
In 2013, the grand opening of the museum took place, which was attended by the soloists themselves. This is a real gift for Abba's fans, because they can not only stand on stage at the microphone next to the holograms of the famous four, but also immerse themselves in their world of creativity and everything connected with it - concert costumes, records, posters, instruments and videos, and also see the dressing room and the recording studio where you can perform your own song.
A curious detail is the telephone in one of the rooms of the museum - the musicians promised to periodically call this number and communicate with fans. Among the wonders of the 21st century is the piano, which has a connection with the home instrument of the group leader, that is, it can play unexpectedly, which means that Benny Andersson is in business. Book in advance a ticket on the official website of the museum and from 10:00 to 18:00, and this day will give you a lot of impressions. The ticket price is $ 8-15, and up to 7 years old - free.
Hallwill Museum
A wealthy family of counts who, having grown rich in the timber industry and having married their daughters, finally decided to start their own housing. For the two of them, a 2000 sq. M. Palace was built. m., including 40 rooms, electricity, heating, an elevator and a bathroom, which was only in the house of the Hallwils and the king. Court painters painted ceilings and walls, and furniture was bought all over Europe. All rooms are available for inspection, from the dining room with porcelain from the 18th century to the chambers. Literally every vacant piece of the house on the wall is occupied with paintings and knickknacks.
The maintenance of the palace turned out to be so expensive that the countess and her husband decided to transfer it to the state after death. Despite the large number of heirs, they understood that their children would not live in it, much less support, and the Hallwill would not want to sell everything that had been accumulating so hard for years. Therefore, having calculated all the property, the hostess of the house described the cost and history of the origin of each item in several volumes, which are still kept in the palace.
Biological Museum
At the suggestion of zoologists in 1893, a new museum dedicated to the gifts of nature opened its doors. It houses stuffed animals that inhabit the southern and northern parts of Scandinavia. The building is imbued with the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, and service workers help to maintain it with their national costumes. If a "harehawk" meets you at the entrance, then you are on the right track.
One of the masters decided to show originality, and now this local landmark is captured by every visitor on phones and cameras. The complex of the biological museum also includes an open-air park representing the rural life of the Swedes - vegetable gardens, ancient villages, agriculture, and a zoo. From 11:00 to 16:00 for $ 1 for children and $ 3 for adults, you can get a closer look at badgers, bears, foxes and other wild representatives of the fauna of Sweden.
Nordic Museum
We owe a collection of one and a half million copies to Arthur Hazelius and his volunteers, who carefully collected objects of everyday life and culture of Scandinavia. Such wealth required a large territory, and land was allocated for it on the island of Djurgården. Now a huge medieval-style castle stores all the art objects on 4 floors, which cannot be bypassed even in a day. The first floor has no historical value, except for the gilded statue of Gustav Vasa, welcoming guests in the hall. There are restaurants, shops, games, information points here.
The second floor should not be missed by visitors with children, as the latter will be interested in both the exhibits of toys and dolls from different eras, as well as mannequins in antique clothes depicting scenes from the life of Swedes several centuries earlier. The other two tiers are dedicated to crockery, furniture, musical instruments and other interior items from different eras. From 10:00 to 17:00 every day, you can visit the museum at a cost of $ 12 for adults and free for children.
Mediterranean Museum
The amalgamation of the Egyptian and Cypriot museums has created a rich heritage of artifacts that can trace the development of the Mediterranean countries from the 18th to the 20th century. People are most impressed by the era of the Egyptian pharaohs with their sarcophagi, mummies and gold jewelry. Right in the museum there is a cafe with oriental sweets, which are brought to the tables located between the shelves with exhibits. Tourists report that it takes a little time to get around all the attractions, and the entrance costs $ 8 for everyone.
Observatory
This museum has a narrow circle of astronomy lovers, so there are usually few people here. Until the middle of the 20th century, research on meteorology and astrometry was carried out at the observatory, but after the scientists moved to a new building, this was left under the storage of scientific achievements and everything connected with them, for example, a telescope, into which you can look and touch.
Skugschürkogarden forest cemetery
Unlike other famous cemeteries that store the bodies of only honored representatives of the country, everyone of any religion and status can “rest” here. Despite the crematorium, chapels and graves, this place does not look creepy, but on the contrary, you want to relax here. Mowed lawns, bushes and trees with lakes are well-groomed and pleasing to the eye.
The layout of the cemetery is very symbolic - after forgiving the deceased on a spacious field, you must go to the exit along the narrow path of seven springs, and after visiting the chapel along the way, immediately go to the bus stop. The gravestones are quite modest, but beautifully planted around with flowers, which are practically displayed at the entrance to Skugschürkogarden with a description and a price tag. And for every few squares of land, there are free kits for the care of graves - shovels, rakes, water, etc. No money is taken to enter the forest cemetery.
Katarinahissen lookout point
To view the city from a height of 38 meters, you do not need to buy a ticket, only if you are not too lazy to climb yourself. If so, the elevator ride costs $ 1. Since 1909, the metal structure has been working for advertising agencies, that is, it was here that the brightest signs about the new product were located. But what attracts people especially here is the Gondola restaurant with a panoramic view of the Old Town. Although the prices for European food are high, the food from one of Sweden's top chefs and the views of the Royal Palace, churches, temples and squares are worth your while.
Kaknes TV Tower
Another observation deck in Stockholm, which is significantly higher than the previous one, its height without an antenna is 155 meters. In addition to its direct destination, since 1967 it has become one of the most popular attractions among tourists. Visitors have a choice - extreme lovers can use the open area, while others can use the closed one. Entry to the TV Tower costs between $ 3 and $ 8, and includes free use of binoculars. But there is a way to go without a ticket - you do not need to pay for a tour of the TV tower for booking a table in the restaurant on the 28th floor.
You can buy coffee in a nearby café-bar, and magnets, pens, mugs with the image of Stockholm, and other little things that are in every kiosk of this type in the gift shop. Kaknes rises right above the ecological park, where after a few photos from a bird's eye view, you can go down for a leisurely walk along its alleys.
