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    Vasa bow
    Doug L.

    This was a fabulous museum and one of the highlights during our recent travels to Scandinavia. We arrived before opening and waited outside looking at the Vasa's masts mounted on top of the museum. The replicas were meant to convey just how crazy tall this ship was and I certainly wouldn't be one to work at the top of the rigging! Once inside, we showed our Stockholm Pass QR codes and received a ticket to enter in the museum. Very quick. Once inside, the Vasa just towers over you. It was an amazingly preserved warship that has to be seen in person. We took the first tour of the day and enjoyed the stories and history the guide conveyed to us. Well worth it to get these insights before wandering on each floor to see more up close. Other exhibits included the fateful day of the Vasa sinking, life on board, and more of the artifacts recovered including the sails. Overall we spent two hours here and enjoyed all of it.

    Ted R.

    The Vasa Museum is a can't miss experience when you are in Stockholm. It's a 10-star experience on a five-point scale. The story of the Vasa, a huge Viking Ship starts in the 1600's. It was built from 1626 and 1628. On August 10, 1628 it set sail for the very first time. After sailing for 1400 yards, it tipped over and sunk. The ship was discovered in the 1950's and was surfaced 1961. The one lucky thing about the Vasa was that it sank in one of the few ocean environments that would have completely dissolved the ship. The Vasa sank in the Baltic Sea's cold, low-salinity, and oxygen-poor water, which prevented wood-eating shipworms from infesting the ship. This was due to it sinking close to Stockholm where the ocean meets fresh water. After being salvaged, it was preserved through a 17-year process of spraying the wood with a water-soluble wax called polyethylene glycol (PEG) to prevent it from drying out and cracking, and the ship is now in a climate-controlled environment. Although the wood was preserved, much of the iron which held it together rusted, so the restoration took decades. Because of the fact that it was salvaged in tack at a time when the knowledge and technology existed to preserve and restore the ship, it is like a time travel back to the 1600's. Although the museum opened in 1990, there was still decades of more restoration, it is now ready for prime time. The museum includes the restored ship (which is HUGE), models of what it looked like originally (all of the wood carvings were brightly colored), a full scale model of the front of the ship that you can walk through, the original clothes and artifacts that were found intact on the ship, and multiple exhibits. Why did the ship sink in the first place? The king insisted that an additional level be added to the original design, making it obviously top heavy. However, back in the 1600's to disagree with the King meant instant death, so even though the architects knew it couldn't stay afloat, no told the king, Gustavus Adolphus.

    Stephanie F.

    The Vasa Museum is built around a 17th-century warship that sank on its maiden voyage and was salvaged centuries later. Seeing it up close is striking, detailed, and well-preserved. The exhibits are clear and engaging, with just the right amount of context. Perfect for a rainy day. It was very crowded when we left, so reserve tickets ahead if you can. Overall, definitely worth the visit if you're in Stockholm.

    Breathtaking! A must see when in Stockholm.
    Jessica R.

    What a beautiful museum. So much history and a fun experience overall. I couldn't take my eyes off this beautiful ship. I enjoyed the video they offer in so many languages so everyone can enjoy. A must see.

    Vasa
    Jason T.

    This was one of the most interesting museums I've ever been to. My initial thought was, how much content could there be for a museum about just one boat? Well tons! They found a way to highlight so many aspects of this ship's short journey. The museum touches on the passengers, the construction, the history and the unfortunate fate of the ship's maiden voyage among many other aspects. This museum is well worth your time.

    Sunny C.

    They have a giant ship here Still quite a lot to see. I recommend looking at the short video in the theater room. A lot of the things here are the ship art and relics. Just like the museum next door contains a lot of reading.

    Claire B.

    I almost did not go to the Vasa museum, because it was a long walk from the hotel and how interesting can an old ship be? I bought a ticket in advance to try and avoid a long line. The timed ticket entry says 10:00 am when the museum opens, but in the museum FAQ, you can show up any time and we got there around 11:00 am and it was fine. However there was only one line to enter, so buying a ticket (and printing it) ahead of time just allowed them to scan my tickets and enter, but we were still in the same line as the people buying tickets. Fortunately, it was a short line that went quickly. I just didn't want to walk all the way and find that we could not get in the museum since it was sold out or at capacity, but this was April/non-peak time on a Saturday, and it was fine. When you enter the dark museum and see the old ship towering above you, it is definitely impressive with the height and intricate wood carvings. See when the next introduction movie plays in your language of choice to watch first and grab a brochure in your language. The signs are also in English which was really nice. Some people rented audio guides, but we just read the placards. The movie explains what was happening in Sweden when the ship was created and how the King wanted an extra row / a third of cannons on the Vasa ship. A few days later we were in Copenhagen and saw a Danish model ship with three rows/ levels of cannons, so I can see why the King in Sweden wanted a third level. We were in the museum for around 3.5 hours, so yes, an old ship and its engineering and recovery, seeing a painted replica of what the carvings looked like, artifacts and skeletons recovered, getting insight into life was like as a sailor or officer, the technology used to restore the ship, and the cool Infrared light which showed you and your heat you are emitting all made for a very interesting and enjoyable day. There are bathrooms and a nice cafe with healthier than American food choices plus pastries. I think you could have a nice lunch at the cafe, but we just had our Fika/coffee break to keep us going. Other than the cafe, there was not a lot of chairs to rest your feet or if you are mobility impaired. Downstairs was an amphitheater seating area where I rested up after being there 3 hours. There were several floors to the museum which was great in it allowed you to get closer to the ship to see the detail. I am assuming there was an elevator somewhere, but just know there are stairs with plenty to see on each level.

    Emily K.

    Absolutely cannot miss. One of the most fascinating museums I have ever visited. It brings history to life in a way I didn't know possible. Get there early to avoid lines and it's actually easier to buy tickets day of.

    Sara C.

    Spectacular preservation of the Vasa ship and the history. Definitely worth the visit if you're in Stockholm. You got to see this in person!

    Emily T.

    So much history, lots to see in this museum, it is more than just a warship that tragically drowned. They show a short film in 17mins intervals so check the times and languages before visiting. We got lucky we arrived just in time for the English version, and learned a lot about the making of the ship.

    Cannon from the ship
    Priya B.

    Entirely devoted to unpacking the history around the best-preserved old Viking ship, the Vasa Museum is an absolute must when visiting Stockholm. Located near the southeast edge of the island of Djurgården, Vasa is easiest to get to via public transit/bus from the main part of Stockholm (~10 min ride from Östermalm). Tickets for the museum are roughly $24 usd (230 sek) and are easy to buy online with delivery electronically to your phone or at the museum. The main entrance brings you to level 4 (out of 7, but the first floor isn't part of the museum). You can see the main part of the ship immediately, but beware the ship is HUGE and spans 7 floors total for height. There's a recommended roughly 20 minute introductory film to see first. It runs in multiple languages (with English subtitles) and also in English three times an hour. The film was super interesting and gave a good overview of the history and significance of the initial difficulty of finding the Vasa and then pulling it above ground and starting the long process of preservation and restoration. After the film, there are a few options for perusing the actual ship & museum: a recommended ~ 25 minute guided tour (offered on the half hour and hour) around level 4, an audio guide that covers each exhibit across the 6 main floors of the museum, or just walking around, reading the exhibit cards and watching short films where offered. I did all three but a note on the audio guide: it streams from their website via your phone (there is free WiFi for this), so you might want bring your own headphones for this option. I enjoyed the guided tour best - our guide was lively, a total nerd about the history of it, and told us each guide would put their own spin on the tour so encouraged us to feel feee to attend other guided tours! It's easy to access the museum via stairs or a gigantic elevator, but beware there's sometimes a wait for the elevator. Each floor gives you a different unique vantage point of the ship and are themed to showcase different aspects of it; floor 4 (main entrance) showcases the highlights of the history and architecture, floor 7 mostly gives you a majestic view from the top of the ship, floor 6 goes more in depth to the architecture, floor 5 (my favorite) gives you insight to life on board, floor 3 talks about Sweden during the 1600s, and floor 2 goes in depth to the rebuilding process. I spent 2-3 hours going through the museum. On a rainy weekday in May, it was certainly crowded, despite getting there shortly after opening, filled with school groups and tourists, but still felt comfortable and I only had to wait a couple of minutes max to use the restroom. I didn't partake in the cafe but the gift shop had some nice artsy tote bags and the like. Overall this is an incredibly well curated and interesting way to see a very unique piece of Scandinavian history. Even if you're not keen on history, I'd highly encourage anyone visiting to check this spot out and get a chuckle out of the story behind the sinking and be impressed by just how cool this ship is in person!

    Tamara L.

    This was our first day in Stockholm and we came here after a friend recommended it. It was wonderful! HUGE, breathtaking, a must see.

    Breathtaking!
    Greg T.

    In 1623, the pride of the Swedish fleet was unveiled after 2 years under construction. It made it about 1000m on its maiden voyage, capsized, and sank! There it sat in 150m of water till about 1960 when it was raised and conserved. The Vasa Museum is a must see! The Vasa was a time capsule that gave an unprecedented view into the 1600s. It is well preserved and displayed. The side exhibits re fascinating. The size and workmanship of the vessel is amazing.

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    Monteliusvägen

    Monteliusvägen

    4.9(42 reviews)
    1.8 kmSöder

    It is a quarter-mile walking path with views of Lake Mälaren, Stockholm City Hall, and…read moreRiddarholmen. There are some benches for you to sit down, relax, and enjoy the views.

    So I came across this page for Monteliusvägen when a fellow Yelper friend of mine posted photos and…read moreI thought to myself, how did I miss that? Well, besides the fact that we didn't take proper measures to get internet during our stay since we relied on our cousins to do that, all I did was check-in to areas with my spotty internet and didn't think of checking in to the actual town. Well, here I am, five months later with a few shots from some of the most beautiful views I captured during my visit to Stockholm. Monteliusvägen is a gorgeous walking area about a quarter-mile long that shows gorgeous views of historic buildings, the glistening water and gorgeous homes and businesses surrounding the area. We arrived to the country at a good time during the summer, although they are known to have sudden changes in the weather in the middle of the day where it'll begin raining with thunderstorms out of nowhere. This day in particular served us well. One of the pictures was taken from the water because my lovely uncle and cousins gave us a tour around the city with their boat. It was a magical experience and I could not stop taking photos. If you visit Sweden and want to avoid the cold, visit during July (when they celebrate Midsommar) or August...just bring an umbrella.

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    Monteliusvägen - The view from Monteliusvagen

    The view from Monteliusvagen

    Monteliusvägen - Med strålande riddarfjärds- och stadshusvy, augusti 2016

    Med strålande riddarfjärds- och stadshusvy, augusti 2016

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    Kungliga Slottet - Changing of the Guards

    Kungliga Slottet

    4.1(67 reviews)
    1.1 kmGamla stan

    I had brought a ticket for 2:30 - 3:30 pm guided tour. I would suggest you get an earlier tour…read moretime, since the museum starts closing around 4 pm and you will miss seeing the Hall of State, the throne, and big area with medals and orders that were given to the King of Sweden by countries and ceremonial dress. I think you need to allow at least 2 hours to visit. For the tour, you have to walk up several flights of stairs. The tour will take you through several rooms including the Guardroom and waiting and reception areas. One side is the Prince's side and where visiting royalty or heads of countries can stay. We were told this area will be closed to the public at some point, so see this area now. I found it interesting to compare the waiting and reception areas with the high ceilings, symmetry, and large, impressive paintings and ornate furnishings to the more modest, lower ceiling Prince quarters (easier to heat in the winter) with the darker, smaller paintings. We were told that visitors can stay in the Prince's areas or elect to stay at the Royal Palace hotel. The King's area was of course more impressive as were the banquet/entertaining areas. Changing of the guard is around 12:15 pm weekdays/1:15 pm weekends. There was a sign as well. We saw some changing earlier as well.

    Great palace, even though the royal family doesn't stay here officially. Great to see the change…read moreof the guards outside the palace. It's beautiful inside, quite big and several levels to check out. The crown & the jewels are just breathtaking, I like it the best. A must checkout and landmark of Sweden for sure.

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    Kungliga Slottet - Palace Guards 5/24/25

    Palace Guards 5/24/25

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    Kungliga Slottet

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    Stockholms Stadshus

    Stockholms Stadshus

    4.5(46 reviews)
    2.1 kmCity, Kungsholmen

    We went here on a group tour and toured two rooms: The Blue Room, where all of the Nobel Prizes…read moreare awarded (except for the Peace Prize, which is awarded in Olso, Norway) and the Golden Room, where the Nobel Prize reception takes place. Construction took twelve years, from 1911 to 1923. Nearly eight million dark red bricks were used. The Blue Room was supposed to be covered with blue marble, but the designer liked the bricks so much, the marble brick facade was never installed. The staircase to the organ and the balconies are made from a beautiful green marble from Sweden. The floor is a light grey limestone, and the columns are made from a red and green marble from Sweden The Golden Room has walls that are covered with more than 18 million pieces of gold and glass mosaic, created by the artist Einar Forseth. The mosaics contain approximately 18 kilograms (40 lbs) of 23.5-carat gold leaf. As of today, that's 2.25 million US dollars worth of gold. The mosaics represent the history of Sweden, as well as Swedish values. It's hard to describe what this banquet room for the Nobel Prize winners look like, so I recommend viewing the photos I've attached, or better yet, go to the City Hall's website and view this movie: https://stadshuset.stockholm/stadshuset-play/stadshusets-salar-en-digital-visning-av-stadshuset/. It's in Swedish, but you'll get the idea. A visit to a City Hall sounds boring, and many times it is. However, this is WELL worth a visit, when you are in Stockholm. I promise you will be impressed.

    Designed by Ragnar Östberg, Stokcholms Stadshus (Stockholm City Hall) is a STUNNER. We reserved a…read moretour of the interior and purchased tickets that allow us to climb up to the top of the tower for the views. But the architecture of city hall? Incredible. Completed in 1923, it seems so much older. And each space in City Hall is so different, with different architectural styles, inspirations, and decor. This is the kind of building you buy books about. A 45-minute tour just isn't long enough! If they had a two hour tour, I'd have taken it. They release the tickets either the week of or the week before, but they still fill out. The tour groups are large, which limits the spaces you can see, but I'm still so glad we were able to get tickets for a tour of this amazing building! You learn about the building, the architect, the building's connection to the Nobel Prize...! And it's just incredibly stunning, too. One of the highlights of our time in Stockholm.

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    Blue Hall

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    Vitabergsparken - Sofia Kyrka at Vitabergsparken.

    Vitabergsparken

    5.0(10 reviews)
    2.0 kmSöder

    Summertime isn't complete without a picnic or BBQ at Vitabergs. The morning is beautiful with the…read moresunrise over a sleepy city, the evening is splendid with all the people as the sun sets over the night. Only downside, bring your own blanket, lots of snus and cigarette butts on the ground. :-(

    Vitabergsparken. Also known as Vita Bergen, Vitan - and the best park in Stockholm…read more That's my humble opinion, and I've been to quite a few! Yes, Hagaparken is fantastic and massive, and definitely takes second place. But there's something so personal, so special, about Vita Bergen. While Hagaparken feels modern, there's something classic and romantic about Vitabergsparken. Perhaps it's the name, White Mountains. Perhaps it's the decadent and impressive Sofia Church, more than 100 years old, which towers upon the hill. Perhaps it's the history - this part of Södermalm has had its name since the early 1800s. It was once one of the poorest parts of Stockholm, and Swedish playwright August Strindberg featured the area in his novel The Red Room. Today it's one of the most hip and vibrant parts of the island, located right by Nytorget, aka the cafe and cultural centrum of Stockholm's artsy elite. The park is massive, and has an outdoor amphitheatre, a gazebo, a playground, and plenty of trees and alcoves with BBQ grills and picnic tables. There are always friends and couples and families relaxing here, and the park echoes with laughter - but there's always room to put down a blanket and have your own little square of peace and quiet. But it also has its modern and even futuristic aspects. Here's a little trivia: Deep in the mountains, the Pionen center is nestled. Pionen used to be a civil defence center and Cold War bunker, but in 2008 it was converted into a data center. I haven't been in there, and I'm not sure you can get in at all if you don't work there, but there are some pretty awesome pictures online - it's a deep-space modern data center featuring fountains, a fish tank, greenhouses, and more, below 30 metres of granite. Anyway, let's go back above ground. Vitaberg is my go-to spot for picnics, fika, playing games like Swedish 'kubb', and also big events like birthday celebrations and of course Midsummer. The park is also famous for its amphitheatre which is used frequently for the Summer Theatre series, with plays, ballet, and poetry onstage multiple nights a week. It's green, lush, clean, and quiet. The winding, meandering paths zigzag across the hill, and it's easy to take the path less travelled here. It's easy to get lost, but it's easy to get found. A dozen hidden staircases take you down from the hills onto the street, and quaint red-painted cottages dot the edges. It's a perfect place for sunrise, and unbeatable for sunsets. It's no wonder that Vitaberg has been featured in multiple modern Swedish pop songs. There's a popular song by Rebecca & Fiona called 'The Bells of Vitaberg': "When the bells of Vitaberg ring, you know that the night is ours. Time is running when Vitaberg's bells ring; you know the night is ours, and my heart is pounding."

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    Vitabergsparken - Sofia Kyrka

    Sofia Kyrka

    Vitabergsparken - Bike parking (just one example)

    Bike parking (just one example)

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