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 the sake of museums that keep ancient exhibits within their walls, beautiful views of the sea and, of course, Swedish cuisine, replete with seafood dishes. Arriving in the capital, it is worth planning your walks in advance so as not to miss any important sights, have time to ride a steamboat and dine in one of the many restaurants, it is better to book a table in which it is better to book in advance. Upon arrival, you will certainly find information about the Stockholm Card at most museum and hotel ticket offices. This is a subscription that includes:

It is pointless to purchase 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 under the state program. So, let's talk about the main attractions of Stockholm.

National Museum of Sweden

The Louvre in France, the Hermitage in Russia, the 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 creations 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. Expositions 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 is open daily from 11.00 to 19.00, on weekends – until 17.00. Official website: nationalmuseum.se.

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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 don't yawn from boredom. In the snow-white palace, in which Russian merchants once made their honest and not very 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 its non-compliance. For the youngest visitors, there is a playground with labyrinths, simulators and bookshelves. It even attracts local kids.

Museum address: Ryssgarden, Peter Myndes backe 6. Slussen underground station is located 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 kroons depending on the season, for children from 12 to 19 years old ranging from 20 to 40 kroons. Stockholm Card holders can visit the attraction for free. Official website: stadsmuseet.stockholm.se. Note: until December 2016, the city museum is closed for renovation.

Vasa Museum

Want to see a ship that could be considered a 17th century Titanic? Vasa is the only surviving sailboat of that century in the world. It became unique even at the time of the first launch. The warship had an exorbitant cost, impressive dimensions, and a 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.

In Stockholm, a museum was built for Vasa, which eventually became one of the most popular in Scandinavia. In addition to the ship, 10 more expositions are exhibited in it, and a documentary film is shown. Children will feel like real pirates near an amazing sailboat with carved karma and loopholes for cannons. You will find the 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 at the entrance to the bridge. There are several other museums and an amusement park on the island. You can look at the Vasa ship daily from 10.00 to 17.00, on Wednesday – until 20.00. in summer, the institution is open from 8.30 to 18.00. The cost of visiting the exhibition: 130 kroons for adults, 100 kroons for students, for children under 18 free of charge. There is a restaurant on the territory of the museum. Official website: vasamuseet.se.

Skansen Museum

Dive into Scandinavia! On the island of Djurgården, take a 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 dressed up in, what dishes they ate from. Masters of their craft still forge metal, grind flour, weave and embroider. On the territory of the museum in enclosures and in freedom, you can meet a bear, an elk, a wolf and a squirrel. In this fabulous place, more like the pavilions of some film studio, you can wander around all day.

Hungry tourists can have a bite to eat in one of the cafes, there are a lot of them. Particular attention should be paid to the Solliden restaurant, which will introduce you to a real buffet. Skansen can be reached on foot, walking along the central embankments of the capital, you can come by public transport route number 44 or take a boat from the Slussen metro station. At different times of the year, the ethnographic museum works differently, but seven days a week and always opens at 10.00.

On New Year's Eve, you can wander around the snowy 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 visiting for adults varies from 100 to 180 kroons. A child ticket costs 60 CZK throughout the year. Admission is free for Stockholm Card holders. Official website: skansen.se.

Globen-Arena

Buildings are erected all over the world that stand out from the rest with their unusual design or dimensions. A huge white sphere rises above Stockholm, which is an arena and a concert venue. Under its roof, it can accommodate more than 13 thousand people. Globen Arena is considered the largest spherical indoor stadium in the world.

The huge white ball is simply called the globe by the Swedes. It acquires the most interesting view in the evening in the rays of multi-colored spotlights, and it offers a bewitching view of the city. A funicular was constructed on the wall of the building. The spherical cabin rises over a height of 130 meters in 10 minutes. The SkyView attraction is open on weekdays from 9.30 to 18.00, until 16:00 on weekends. The ticket price is 150 kroons, there are discounts for pensioners and children. Photo and video shooting are allowed.

But with drinks, food and luggage you will not be allowed. At the height of a bird's eye view, it is very romantic to confess your feelings and make a marriage proposal. For such occasions, you can purchase a bottle of champagne for 400 SEK. For those who have a fear of heights, several levels have been 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 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 paved streets, Gothic-style houses, and the picturesque Stortorget Square. Here you will see the Stockholm Cathedral, Riddarholm Church. When looking for the Nobel Museum or the Royal Palace, you will find yourself right in the Old Town.

Other highlights include the Den Gyldene Freden restaurant, opened in 1722 on Osterlanggatan. Its interior has not changed since the opening day. Thanks to this fact, the institution got into the Guinness Book of Records. You can talk about the island endlessly. It is better to 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 courtyard of Bollhustappam, 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 information, buildings dating back to the 13th-15th centuries have been preserved on the island.

Nobel Museum

Most people know Nobel as the person who established one of the most significant awards in various fields of science, literature and society in general. The fact that this amazing man, striving to find a solution to the problems of all mankind, created dynamite and the electric chair, is known to far fewer people. One can argue for a long time about the inconsistency of his discoveries, but it is impossible not to agree that Alfred Nobel left a huge mark on 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.

In the last city there is a museum dedicated to the explorer. The most beautiful, spacious building built in the 17th century includes several expositions, a creative environment, a children's room and a banquet hall. In the museum, you can get to know the personality of Nobel, his inventions, the history of the award, and its laureates. At Bistro Nobel you will find a pleasant atmosphere conducive to discussions and intimate conversations over a cup of tea. Employees of the institution advise after dinner to look under your seat: there is a chance to find something interesting there.

In the museum shop you can buy books, catalogs and even the Nobel medal, however, only chocolate. The Nobel Museum annually hosts lectures and various events. You can get acquainted with upcoming events on the official website nobelmuseum.se. The institution provides services for organizing banquets and various events. Entrance fee: 80 kroons, 60 kroons – 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:

In the summer, visitors are welcome daily from 9.00 to 20.00. In 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 all of Sweden, of course, can be called the Royal Palace. Moreover, on the site of the construction of the current building, there used to be a fortress, which laid the foundation for the whole 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 for all of 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 every day there is a solemn changing of the guard. Dozens of tourists gather to look at the perfected movements and the amazing 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", dedicated to the current King Carl XVI Gustave, opens for visitors, so the museum ends at 20.00. On holidays, due to official receptions at the palace, visits may be limited. 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 kroons for visitors over 18 years old, 75 kroons for children over 7 years old. Address: Slottsbacken, 1. Nearest metro station: Gamla Stan or Kungstradgarden. Official website: kungahuset.se. Note: photography is prohibited in the museum, you cannot enter with umbrellas and strollers.

Livrustcammaren

In good old fairy 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. In the Royal Palace in the main treasury of Sweden, Livrustkammaren, a rich collection of armor, robes, swords and horse harness is kept. 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 knights, tell them about the real life of non-fictional characters.

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Free admission. Guided tour in English: 60 CZK for adults and free for children. You can rent a Russian audio guide for 40 kroons. For the youngest visitors there is a special guide for 20 SEK. Official website: livrustkammaren.se.

Millesgorden

Are you looking for an interesting museum complex, which would not be stuffy from an uncountable number of visitors? Head to Millesgården, where outlandish statues and architectural objects are located in the bosom of nature. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Milles couple, artists by profession, built their house and arranged a park on the rocky seashore. Here they lived and worked, leaving their numerous works as a legacy to the state.

The garden goes down in tiers to Vertan Bay. Fountains murmur among the trees, and graceful, as if floating silhouettes of statues, many of which are copies, stretch into the sky on high columns. Original sculptures can be found in different parts of 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 Rose 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 day off – Monday. On weekdays, group tours run from 9.00 to 16.00. Group visits to the museum complex must be reported at least one day in advance. Ticket price: 150 kroons for an individual visit, 120 kroons for a group, free of charge with a Stockholm Card. Address: Lidingo, Herserudsvagen, 32. To get to the garden, you need to transfer to bus number 201, 202, 204, 205, 206, 212 at the Ropsten metro station and get off at the Tursvikstorg stop. From the metro you can also take the tram. Official website: millesgarden.se

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Wadsten Abbey

There is an opinion among non-religious people that temples and cathedrals are boring. Avid travelers, however, know that in such places there is often something to see. To this day, religion remains significant for the culture of any nation. In Sweden, not far from its capital, in a cozy place Vadsten, there is a convent of the Order of St. Brigid, the largest in the country. It was founded in 1346. Saint Catherine of Sweden became its first abbess. In 1381 she buried her mother, the founder of the monastery, here.

For 7 centuries, the shrine has undergone many different events, including oblivion. Now only 13 novices serve in the monastery, who are happy to meet tourists, travelers and parishioners. Travelers will be interested not only in the medieval architecture of the castle located on the shore, but also in the collection of paintings, icons and sculptures. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can visit the service, relax for a few days. On May 28 every year the abbey hosts the celebrations of Saint Brigid'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. The rest of the visit ends at 15.00. Entry to Wadsten Abbey is free. A day of rest in a boarding house costs up to 650 kroons per person. Address: Vadstena, Slottsvagen, 30. You can get to the monastery by train or bus to the Mjolby station, then you need to transfer to bus number 661, which will take you to your destination. Official website: 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 a 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 clothes 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 there is a nice sight.

Kungstradgorden (King's Garden)

Once upon a time, on the site of the cherry blossom park, there was a 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 developed – at first access was opened to ordinary people, which was previously unacceptable, and then the territory of the garden was expanded and a monument was erected to Charles XII, pointing his finger towards Russia, as historians suggest.

Two representatives of the royal power formed squares around themselves and a fountain with bronze swans and benches around them, giving symmetry to the park. And since 1998, the garden has become especially popular thanks to the sakura 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.

Church of Riddarholmen

The church began its history in 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 centuries. Among the dead, the monastery also keeps the ashes of Charles XII, but the most curious burial place 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 it is on the inside. The facade of the building is made of red brick and is quite ascetic, but the interior of the building is breathtaking not only with its decoration, but also with the accumulation of world masterpieces within its walls. For the first time it was mentioned in the 13th century, but the cathedral received influential importance 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 Brunkeberg, where St. George on horseback fights a dragon.

The sculpture was created in 1489 from wood with gilded elements on it of individual details. As you continue on you will come across the Silver Altar and statues of Jesus Christ surrounded by other holy figures. The paintings “False Sun” and “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's better to go on Wednesdays, as there are free tours in Russian on these days.

Church of Saint Clare

The highest 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 stood untouched to this day.

In addition to the white and gold interior decoration, painted (biblical scenes) ceilings, walls, mosaic windows, marble floors and 35 bells decorating the clock tower, there is something else that deserves attention: the burial places of famous Swedish poets, the 17th century crypt, paintings religious content and organ. 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 the doors of Santa Clara are open to everyone.

Stockholm City Hall

It is here, in the "blue" hall of the town hall, 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. 365 steps lead to the highest 106-meter tower, but in the winter season the entrance is closed there. 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 wedding murals and receiving guests of honor, the most luxurious of which is the "Golden" – it took 10 kg to decorate it with mosaics. gold, and the view from its windows overlooks Lake Mälaren.

The sarcophagus of Jarl Birger, the ruler of the Folkung dynasty, is kept in the town hall. After seeing all the sights, you can dine at the restaurant on the territory of the building, which serves the same dishes as for Nobel laureates. From 9:30 to 18:00 every day, 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

Peter Jonas Bergius, a physician and botanist, is considered the founder of the ecological garden. He devoted his whole life to the study of nature, namely green plants, therefore, after his death, he transferred the garden to the Royal Academy of Sciences, on the condition that they would take care of his offspring. About 10 thousand plants bloom and delight visitors from spring to autumn every day for free, with the exception of some greenhouses and greenhouses. It is interesting that 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 trees, 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, a rhododendron valley and a Japanese garden. The Botanical Park opens its doors every day from 11:00 to 16:00, but reminds you to follow the rules in the park, for example, it is forbidden to pick flowers and berries.

Sergelstorg

Royal Dramatic Theater

Dramaten, founded in the 18th century, is 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 give it even more pomposity. At the entrance you will be greeted by a bust of the famous August Strinberg, and a little further away, in a nook, there is a bronze statue of actress Margareta 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 creations of Swedish drama, in total there are more than 1000 productions a year. Due to the many paintings inside the building, the theater can be confused with a museum – huge paintings by famous artists leave almost no free space on the walls.

Drottningholm Palace and Park Ensemble

The "Island of the Queen", which was built by Johan III for his wife, is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. After a fire in the 17th century, the palace had to be rebuilt, and this was done by the architect Nicodemus Tessin, who managed to participate in the creation of palaces for Russia. Drottningholm is compared with the French Versailles for good reason – three generations of 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 the French and English style, a Chinese pavilion and a theater. Currently, it is the residence of the Swedish kings, but the museum and several halls 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 it was built at the beginning of the 20th century. The Riksdag is interesting for its hospitality – even during parliamentary sessions, the entrance is open to tourists, 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 entered the four-chamber parliament, and among them were not only representatives of the nobility, but also ordinary peasants. The Riksdag has noticeably expanded by our time, and now seven buildings are connected by underground passages.

Through the main entrance, passing through the archway, you will come across a large marble staircase leading to the chambers. Paintings 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 too – toys and other funny little things from the 13th to the 16th centuries. From 12:00 to 17:00 every day except Monday, you can explore all corners of the Riksdag for free.

Wrangel Palace

Another royal residence of the 17th century, which hosted the coronation of Charles XII, and hosted masquerades and parties. The building has undergone many renovations, and now the Court of Appeal of Sweden is located here, so the external decoration of the palace is modest and restrained, and among the “treasures” there is nothing particularly memorable except for 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-gardism of Malevich for a long time, people are accustomed to and even highly appreciate their work, but contemporary art is of more interest, for example, Rauschenberg's Goat, whose dead body is splashed 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.

Museum of Tom Titus Experiments

The sign "Tom Tits Experiment" can be seen from afar on a tall four-story red brick building. Upon entering, you are 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 to take the kids. 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. Puzzles are solved in the planetarium, experiments are carried out in the chemical laboratory, and in some halls everything is aimed at vigorous activity, for example: find a way out of the maze or ride a bike on a rope, lean on and even lie down for some time on air currents, feel at 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 rather expensive price, and there is also a cafe for relaxation. The museum invites you every day except Monday from 10:00 to 16:00 for $15 for children and $20 for adults.

Amusement Park Gröna Lund

Once a small park of several carousels has grown into a whole entertainment complex with more than 30 rides. A sophisticated child will be especially interested in the "Fun House", the purpose of which is to prevent you from climbing into it – the stairs and the floor are constantly staggering and throwing you from side to side. The Fall Tower is famous for its height of 80 meters, and although the views from such a height are beautiful, the experience of falling is only for adrenaline lovers. In the "Haunted House" the frightening atmosphere is played along by professional actors in the role of spirits and other evil spirits.

Rock concerts are often held on the territory of Gren Lun – in 1980, Bob Marley managed to gather a crowd of 30 thousand fans of his songs. Sweets, competitions, cafes and restaurants are also provided. From Monday to Sunday from 11 am to 11 am 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 buy a ticket with a total value of $ 33, and then on All kinds of 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. Scenes from the books of this writer are embodied in reality as if they have descended from the pages of books – you can visit Carlson, whose house is located on the roof, or Pippi Longstocking.

All slides, planes, horses can be used and climbed, and the 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 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 solemn opening of the museum took place, which was attended by the soloists themselves. This is a real gift for Abba 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 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 call this number periodically and communicate with fans. The wonders of the 21st century include the piano, which has a connection with the band leader's home instrument, that is, it can play unexpectedly, which means that Benny Andersson is in business. Book a ticket in advance on the official website of the museum and from 10:00 to 18:00, and this day will give you a lot of impressions. Ticket price – 8-15$, and up to 7 years – free of charge.

Hullweel Museum

A wealthy family of counts, who, having become rich in the lumber industry and having given their daughters in marriage, finally decided to start their own housing. For the two of them, a palace was built on 2000 square meters. m., including 40 rooms, electricity, a heating system, 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 items from the 18th century to the chambers. Literally every free piece of the house on the wall is occupied by paintings and trinkets.

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 their death. Despite the large number of heirs, they understood that their children would not live in it, let alone support it, and the Hallvils would not want to sell everything that had been accumulated so diligently for years. Therefore, having counted all the property, the mistress of the house described the cost and history of the origin of each item in several volumes, which are now stored in the palace.

Biological Museum

At the suggestion of zoologists, in 1893 a new museum dedicated to the gifts of nature opened its doors. Stuffed animals inhabiting the southern and northern parts of Scandinavia are kept here. The building is saturated with the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, and service workers help in maintaining it with their national costumes. If at the entrance you will be met by a harehawk, then you are on the right track.

One of the masters decided to show originality and now this local attraction 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 household and cultural items from Scandinavia. For such wealth, a large territory was required, and land was allocated for it on the island of Djurgården. Now a huge medieval-style castle stores all the art 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, who welcomes guests in the lobby. There are restaurants, shops, gaming, information points.

Visitors with children should not miss the second floor, as the latter will be interested in exhibits of toys and dolls from different eras, as well as mannequins in ancient clothes depicting scenes from the life of Swedes several centuries earlier. The remaining two tiers are dedicated to dishes, furniture, musical instruments and other interior items from different eras. From 10:00 to 17:00 every day you can visit the museum for $12 for adults and free for children.

Museum of the Mediterranean

As a result of the merger of the Egyptian and Cypriot museums, a rich heritage of artifacts has emerged, thanks to which one can trace the development of the Mediterranean countries from the 18th to the 20th centuries. 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 the exhibits. Tourists report that it takes a little time to go around all the sights, 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, it was left under the storage of scientific achievements and everything connected with them, such as a telescope that you can look into and touch.

Skugschurkogården Forest Cemetery

Unlike other famous cemeteries that store the bodies of only honored representatives of the country, everyone can “rest” here, of any religion and status. Despite the crematorium, chapels and graves, this place does not look creepy, but on the contrary, you want to relax here. Trimmed lawns, bushes and trees with lakes look well-groomed and pleasing to the eye.

The layout of the cemetery is very symbolic – after saying goodbye to the deceased on a spacious field, you must go to the exit along the narrow path of seven springs, and having visited the chapel along the way, immediately go to the stop. The tombstones are quite modest, but beautifully planted around with flowers, which are practically displayed at the entrance to the Skugschyurkogården with a description and a price tag. And for every few squares of land there are free grave care kits – shovels, rakes, water, etc. No money is taken for entering the forest cemetery.

Lookout Katarinahissen

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, then the elevator ride will cost $1. Since 1909, the metal structure has worked for advertising agencies, that is, it was here that the brightest signs about the new product were located. But what especially attracts people here is the Gondola restaurant with a panoramic view of the Old City. Although the prices for European cuisine are high, but the dishes from one of the best chefs in Sweden and the views of the Royal Palace, churches, temples and squares are worth it.

Kaknes TV Tower

Another observation deck in Stockholm, which significantly exceeds the previous one, its height without antenna is 155 meters. In addition to its direct purpose, since 1967 it has become one of the most popular attractions among tourists. Visitors have a choice – thrill-seekers can use the open area, while others can use the closed one. Entrance to the TV tower costs between $3 and $8, and includes free use of binoculars. But there is a way to get through without a ticket – you don’t need to pay for a tour of the TV tower to book a table in a restaurant on the 28th floor.

In a nearby cafe-bar you can buy coffee, and in a souvenir shop you can buy magnets, pens, mugs with the image of Stockholm, and other little things that are in every kiosk of this type. Kaknes rises directly above the ecological park, where, after a few bird's-eye photos, you can descend for a leisurely walk along its alleys.