Djurgården in Stockholm – 10 things to do you shouldn’t miss
If you’re heading to Stockholm, Djurgården island is well worth setting aside time for. Home to many of the city’s most visited attractions, it brings together award-winning museums, a historic ship, an amusement park and cultural experiences for both children and adults — all within easy reach of one another. Close to central Stockholm and simple to reach by tram or bus, Djurgården makes it easy to explore several highlights in a single day. Here, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best things to do in Djurgården, Stockholm, so you can make the most of your visit.
1. Junibacken
Address: Galärvarvsvägen 8
Junibacken is often described as Sweden's best children's museum. The place is a nostalgic and joyful journey for all ages, offering the finest of Swedish children's literature – the world of Astrid Lindgren. Families can explore Emil in Lönneberga, Karlsson on the Roof, and Pippi Longstocking. Children can play in Villa Villekulla (Pippi's colourful house), explore playgrounds, and watch theatre performances. Junibacken welcomes 320,000 visitors annually and stages around 1,500 theatre shows, and the park is open year-round.
2. Gröna Lund Amusement Park
Address: Lilla Allmänna Gränd 9
Worried that a family weekend might be boring? Then head to Gröna Lund Amusement Park for an adrenaline rush. Rollercoasters and attractions with names like "Insane", "Eclipse" and "Fritt Fall (Giant Drop) & Fritt Fall Tilt" will excite even the most stubborn teenager. "Monster" is the park's newest attraction, where you plummet 34 metres at 90 kilometres per hour, as well as completing four hair-raising loops. Fortunately, there are also less intense rides for younger children (and adults) who become dizzy easily. Gröna Lund also offers several restaurants and snack spots.
3. Skansen
Address: Djurgårdsslätten 49-51
Skansen is one of the most searched-for terms relating to museums in Stockholm. It is equally popular among Swedes as other visitors. Skansen is both a zoo and the world's oldest open-air museum, where you can experience ancient traditions. In addition to beautiful scenery and views at Skansen, you'll find an authentic Swedish atmosphere, where events like Midsummer and Walpurgis Night are celebrated.
We need to break down the whole place into categories, as there's so much variety. In the zoo, you can see moose, bears, and wild boars. At Skansen Aquarium, you'll find monkeys, scorpions, and crocodiles. When you visit the Baltic Sea Science Centre, you'll learn about the deep sea and why it's important to us all. Skansen also has numerous dining options, ranging from bakeries and ice cream shops to restaurants. And yes, you can definitely get köttbullar (Swedish meatballs).
Museums on Djurgården
Djurgården is Stockholm’s leading museum district, bringing together several of Sweden’s most visited museums within easy walking distance. Here, you can explore Nordic culture and history or experience interactive exhibitions and modern pop music. Whether you’re travelling with family, friends or on your own, you’ll find a museum on Djurgården island to suit your interests.
4. The Viking Museum
Address: Djurgårdsstrand 15
Whether or not you've seen the Netflix series Vikings, the Viking Age in the Nordic region is incredibly fascinating. Who were the Vikings, really? At The Viking Museum, you'll learn about the era and the people through films and exhibits. Discover the raids, try on a Viking helmet, and feel the weight of a Viking sword. The museum also houses Eld restaurant, offering rustic cuisine for both children and adults.
5. The Vasa Museum
Adress: Galärvarvsvägen 14
It’s hard not to be amazed when you come face to face with the mighty warship Vasa at the Vasa Museum. This is the world’s best-preserved 17th-century ship, made up almost entirely of original parts. Although Vasa sank on her maiden voyage in Stockholm in 1628, the ship wasn't salvaged before more than 300 years later. Inside the museum, you can learn about life on board, watch films and follow the dramatic story behind one of Sweden’s most famous shipwrecks. There’s a restaurant and café on site, and admission is free for everyone under 18.
6. Nordiska museet
Adresse: Djurgårdsvägen 6-16
If you’re curious about how people in the Nordic countries have lived, dressed and celebrated traditions over the past 500 years, Nordiska museet is well worth a visit. The castle-like building is a landmark in its own right, and inside you’ll find exhibitions on fashion, traditions, design and Swedish cultural history. Classic objects sit alongside more contemporary perspectives. The museum also has a restaurant and café, and admission is free for everyone under 18.
7. ABBA the Museum
Address: Djurgårdsvägen 68
Who is the family's Dancing Queen? No matter your mood before entering these doors, you'll be dancing on your way out. And if the youngest member of the family hasn't heard of Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, it's about time. Although ABBA The Museum is, of course, about the history of the legendary 1970s Swedish pop group, you'll also see costumes, gold records, and a journey into nostalgia and memories of the world-famous stars.
The museum is also full of interactive delights, like quizzes, photo sessions, and music mixing. You can also try your hand on stage as the fifth ABBA member.
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Museiparken
Did you know that some of Stockholm’s most interesting museums are gathered in one and the same area? Museiparken is technically on Gärdet, but it’s often considered part of the wider Djurgården district. It’s easy to get here by bus from Stockholm Central Station in around 15 minutes, and from there it’s just a short walk across the bridge to Djurgården island and even more sights.
8. The Police Museum
Address: Museivägen 7
Broken glass, a clock, liquor bottles, and bloodstains. How many people were in the room? And what happened? There are always many clues at a crime scene, and at the Police Museum, you can discover how crime scene technicians work. Learn all about DNA, fingerprints, and police methods. Which member of the family can think like a police investigator? The museum also has a special exhibition for younger visitors, introducing the various functions of the police force. The kids can also sit in a police car and on a police bike, complete with flashing blue lights and sirens.
9. Tekniska museet
Adress: Museivägen 7
Are you intrigued by inventions, or fascinated by how things actually work? Then [Tekniska museet] is well worth adding to your plans. Here, you can explore everything from historic innovations to future-facing robots and space technology. The museum features a range of interactive exhibitions and was named Museum of the Year in 2025. When you’re ready for a break, there’s both a restaurant and a café on site.
10. Sjöhistoriska museet
Adresse: Djurgårdsbrunnsvägen 24
At the Swedish Maritime Museum, you can delve into humanity’s connection with the sea — from trade and shipping to adventure and everyday life on board. Exhibitions cover pirates, naval history and life at sea. If you visit during the summer months, you can also see the museum’s collection of historic boats and larger vessels moored in the water just outside the Vasa Museum. Admission is free for children and young people up to the age of 18.
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