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Children and families

Discover, explore, and have historical fun together. The Swedish History Museum offers activities for the whole family, both on-site and online. Free admission for children and youth aged 0–18.

Viking Summer

The museum's outdoor courtyard is open for adventure: challenge a friend to a tug-of-war or try shooting a bow and arrow. Test Viking Age board games and clothing. Starting June 11, there will be an archaeological jewellery workshop every afternoon. On select dates, the Huskarlarna group will demonstrate Viking combat techniques in the courtyard. Free admission for children up to 19 years of age.

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Child on balance beam with sack

Viking Life with Halvdan and Meia

A playful exhibition for younger children. Explore a Viking village, play in a Viking boat, and say hi to the wooden animals. The exhibition is based on a popular Swedish children's book.

About the exhibition
Children playing in a Viking village recreated in wood
Photo: Helena Bonnevier, The Swedish History Museum/SHM.
Child pulls rope
Family eating together
Two children, each with an audio guide, in an exhibition.

The Swedish History Museum offers activities for the whole family. Free admission for children and youth aged 0–18. Photos: Daniel Gustafsson, Ola Myrin. The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

How much time do you have?

Spending half a day or a full day at the museum with children? Here are our suggestions!

The museum has everything you need for a successful visit: strollers to borrow, a microwave for meals, a quiet room, and a courtyard where children can run around.

Half a day with children

In the children's exhibition Viking Life with Halvdan and Meia, you can explore history in a playful way. Even the Viking World exhibition which you pass through to get to the children's exhibition can interest kids with things like gold, swords and skulls.

Finish the day with a packed lunch or a child-friendly meal in the museum’s restaurant.

Full day with children

For a full day, there’s even more to do.

Borrow the museum’s adventure backpack and set off on a discovery journey through the exhibitions. The adventure takes about 40–50 minutes and is suitable for both big and small. Along the way, you’ll collect memories and maybe a souvenir.

For those who like a challenge, there are puzzles to solve in several exhibitions. They vary in difficulty and time required. You’ll receive the materials at the entrance.

Learn more about our children’s trails

Don’t miss the exhibition Prehistories, where you can meet people from the Stone Age, explore ancient writing systems, and see amazing Iron Age helmets. And the best part – it’s all real!

Fun activities to explore on your own

Become a history detective or solve the Hunt for the Wishing Stone. You can borrow materials for the children’s and family trails free of charge at the entrance.

See our activity trails
A child examines an object with a magnifying glass.
Photo: Erik Lernerstål, The Swedish History Museum/SHM

Free admission for children

Admission is always free for children and youth aged 0–18. Adults pay an entrance fee. Your ticket also includes the Economy Museum in the same building.

Admission and tickets
A family with children stands at the ticket counter, being assisted by a host.
Photo: Ola Myrin, The Swedish History Museum/SHM

What to know before your visit

  • Admission: Free admission for children and youth aged 0–18.
  • Packed lunch: We offer a large and pleasant lunchroom where you’ll have access to running water and a microwave. If the weather permits, you are also welcome to enjoy your meal in our courtyard (access through the museum entrance hall).
  • Strollers: Strollers/prams are welcome in the museum’s exhibitions, except in the Gold Room, where emergency exits must be kept clear. There is a designated stroller parking area in the entrance hall.
  • Changing facilities: Baby changing facilities are available in the accessible restrooms on all floors.

Plan your visit

Opening hours

Regular opening hours and public holidays.

A family buying tickets at the museum entrance.

Bring home some historical fun

Visit the museum shop.

The museum shop.

Eat and drink

A meeting place for lunch, coffee and Swedish fika.

A plate with pancakes.

Published2025.11.10

Updated2026.05.29