About Skansen

A beautiful open-air museum exhibiting the history of Sweden, Skansen shows the whole of Sweden with houses and farmsteads from every part of the country. It is a place that reverberates with customs, traditions, work, and celebrations. It remains festive throughout the year, including singing, dancing, and concerts in summer and Christmas markets in winter. Skansen also has a children's zoo to entertain your kids as well as the adults. The Skansen Aquarium is also a must-see spot. You can also shop for souvenirs in the nearby shops. In Skansen, you can find a number of craftsmen crafting various handmade products. If you are a DIY person, you might be lucky enough to learn some new skills from the craftsmen there. All in all, it will offer you a wonderful experience that you will cherish forever.

Must See

  • Children's Zoo
  • Mini historical Sweden
  • Skansen Aquarium

How to reach

Visitors can either board on City Bus 44 or City Bus 47 to reach Skansen from the city center. They can also use Djurgården pedestrian ferries.

Tips

  • Wear comfortable footwear, it will take time to explore.
  • You can buy souvenirs from the shop near the entrance of Skansen.
  • Spend ample time here to be able to appreciate every detail.
  • Don't forget to carry your cameras to capture the beauty of this place.
  • Be aware of the social etiquette followed there so that the local people accept you better.
  • Be thoughtful while taking pictures of the locals, some people might not like it. Always ask for their permission first.
  • Always carry an ample amount of water so that you can stay hydrated during your tour.
  • Make sure to carry sunscreen if it's sunny outside.

Visit Time

Sunday:           10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday:          10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday:         10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday:    10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday:        10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday:             10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday:         10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

Time Icon

Waiting Time

You may have to wait 5 to 10 mins in the queue.

 

Entrance Fee Icon

Entrance Fee

Yes

Adult: 125 SEK

Child (4 to 15): 60 SEK

Student: 105 SEK

Senior: 105 SEK

Read more

 

Time you can spend Icon

Time you can spend

3 to 4 hours

 

Weather Icon

Weather

Broken Clouds 17.35°C

 

Local Services in Stockholm (Contact directly)

Discussion

No threads yet!

Be the first one to start a thread.

Top Attractions in Stockholm

Top Cities in Sweden