Collage med viking boat, pendant and digital interactive — Photos: Ola Myrin, The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

Viking Summer

1 June - 31 August 2026

Explore the Viking Age at the Swedish History Museum: discover one of the world's largest viking exhibitions, join a guided tour, and try historic activities for the whole family in the museum’s outdoor courtyard. Free admission for children up to 19 years of age.

A guide poses in front of a sword installation

Photos: Katarina Nimmervoll, Ola Myrin. The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

Exhibition

The Viking World

Join us on a journey to the Viking Age. See 2,500 original artifacts, learn about trade, travel, and beliefs – and discover how the Vikings really lived.

Exhibition room with many objects, info screens, and blue carpet

Viking highlights

Join one of our knowledgeable guides and get up close with unique, authentic Vikinga objects. Offered daily in English.

See tour times

Guide in front of a sword installation — Photo: Ola Myrin, The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

Daily 1 June - 31 August, 11 - 16

Viking activities for all ages

The museum's outdoor courtyard is open for relaxation and adventure. Whether you are 5 or 105, 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.

See activities

adults in viking clothes play board game outdoors

people in viking armour fight with swords and shields

Photos: Katarina Nimmervoll and Johanna Torell. The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

Viking lunch

What could be better during your museum visit than eating like a Viking? At Restaurang Rosengården you can enjoy lunch and Swedish fika in the café — or outside in our lush courtyard. A true oasis!

The restaurant's offerings

Plate with salmon — Photo: Ola Myrin The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

Viking treasures to take home

In the museum shop, you’ll find Viking Age games, toys, books, jewellery, glassware and more. The shop has the same opening hours as the museum and admission is free.

About the shop

Person with viking clothes and drinking horn — Photo: Johanna Torell, The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

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.

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

Getting here

The museum is located at Narvavägen in central Stockholm.

Hungry or thirsty?

Visit Restaurant Rosengården for lunch, snacks or coffee.

A child eating a sandwich during a lunch break.

Opening hours

See the museum's opening hours.

Two visitors at the entrance receiving assistance from museum staff.

How to get here from ferries and hotels in Stockholm

Find the best routes to the Swedish History Museum. Address: Narvavägen 17, Stockholm.

Hotels in central Stockholm

Getting to the Swedish History Museum is easy from most central hotels. Many are within walking distance, or just a short ride by tram, metro, or bus. The museum is located on Narvavägen 17 near Djurgården, close to several public transport stops.

Public transport options:

Bus 67 – stops right at the museum: Swedish History Museum/Historiska museet
Bus lines 69 and 76 – get off at Djurgårdsbron
Tram 7 – stop at Djurgårdsbron
Metro – stop at station Karlaplan or Östermalmstorg

Arriving by ferry – Helsinki, Tallinn or Mariehamn

Värtahamnen Ferry Terminal

From Värtahamnen to the museum:

Take bus 76, stop: Djurgårdsbron
Or enjoy a 40-minute walk through scenic Östermalm

Stadsgården Ferry Terminal

From Stadsgården to the museum:

Walk to Londonviadukten bus stop. Take a bus to Slussen, then transfer to the metro (red line) to Karlaplan or Östermalmstorg. From there, walk 5-10 minutes to the museum.

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!

Seven don't-miss Viking objects

See thousands of iconic and authentic Viking Age objects at the museum. Here are seven our staff recommends and where in the museum you can find them.

Discover the objects

White gloves holding a Thor's hammar — Photo: Ola Myrin, The Swedish History Museum/SHM.

Activity trails for children

Become a history detective, help a lonely lion find friends, or solve a puzzle about ancient runes! You can borrow materials in English for the children’s and family trails free of charge in the entrance hall. Then go through the museum together and solve them at your own pace.

About the trails