The Swedish History Museum

Welcome to the Swedish History Museum

Dive into history and archeology in exhibitions and experiences. Fun and knowledge awaits!

Plan your visit

Opening hours

Open today 11:00–17:00

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What's on

3 September: Museum highlights (English tour)

5 September: Viking Age activities in the courtyard

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Explore the exhibitions

Experience power struggles, love, everyday life, and celebration. Our exhibitions feature thousands of objects and just as many fascinating stories.

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Admission and tickets

Free admission for children and youth aged 0–18.

Opening hours

Regular opening hours and public holidays.

Getting here

The museum is located at Narvavägen 17 in central Stockholm.

Aerial view of the Swedish History Museum..

Guided tours in English

Join our knowledgeable staff on a guided tour and get even closer to history, learning about fascinating objects and stories. Offered Tuesday through Sunday in September.

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

Got an hour? Or a full day?

At the Swedish History Museum, there’s something for everyone – whether you have one hour or an entire day.

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Visitors using a touch screen in an exhibition — Photo: Ola Myrin, The Swedish History Museum/SHM

Highlights in one hour

Short on time? The highlights audio guide takes you through five of the Swedish History Museum’s must-see exhibitions in just one hour. With over ten million objects in our collections, we’ve handpicked our absolute favourites.

Discover our audio guides

Historiskas logga och skulpturen Madonnan från Viklau kyrka.

For children and families

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

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Children playing in a reconstructed viking village with a viking boat — Photo: Helena Bonnevier, The Swedish History Museum/SHM

Autumn break: flashlight adventure

Join a guided tour through the dark museum, among ancient treasures, Viking heroes and monsters! Free for children. Saturday, 24 October - Sunday 1 November 2026. Recommended for ages 7 and up.

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