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Skansen Open-Air Museum

Djurgarden 49-51, Stockholm 115 93, Sweden
+46 (0)8 4428000
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Ranked #6 of 106 attractions in Stockholm
4.5 of 5 stars 278 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums, Zoos, Parks, Museums
Traveler Description: Skansen is the world's first open-air museum and was founded in 1891 by Artur Hazelius. The museum offers visitors a truly unique experience of life... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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PetterLundgren
Nacka, Sweden
Senior Contributor
42 reviews
16 helpful votes
“Perfect with small children”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

in Djurgården and is a perfect place for an afternoon with the kids. Lots of animals and things to se. Nice views of the City.´Don´t eat dinner here. Walk into the city and find a better place. More

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Aussiefamily99
Sydney
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14 reviews
3 helpful votes
“Better in Summer?”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012

Not all the exhibits were open, but there was snow and a lovely tiny warm bakery and glogg. A lovely spot for walking around and looking but not much to do at this time of year. More

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maritaFinland
Finland
Senior Contributor
35 reviews
46 helpful votes
“Lots of things to explore”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012

A big open-air museum with several small buildings, and a zoo. Nice waffels in the cafeteria by the tall tower. For any ages interesting. Take a buggy for the smallest children. More

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Nailita
Stockholm, Sweden
2 reviews
“Must see!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012

Must do thing in Stockholm! Demonstrating Sweden from inside, and just a pleasant place to be. More over they often have special events and performances! More

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Nicklas W
Stockholm, Sweden
Senior Contributor
30 reviews
4 helpful votes
“The whole of Sweden, in just 4h.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2012

If you are in Stockholm for a short period, and only visiting Stockholm, you have the opportunity to see what swedens about in one place, Get a feel for the swedish in different areas, historical buildings, cloths, animals, and food. More

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Stella_Alpina_RU
Russia
2 reviews
“)”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012

It is better to visit it in summer, because of some reconstructions to be held in winter. More

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citygirl00110024
New York
Senior Contributor
23 reviews
10 helpful votes
“Allow yourself a full day”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

This musuem is fantastic to wander around, but it covers a lot of territory. The zoo is really cool. More

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Oshitmoguls
Contributor
15 reviews
“A must”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2012

If you are not Swedish and don't have time to see our country this is a must More

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lornamharper
UK
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
“A wonderful glimpse of Sweden”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2012

A great place to visit to soak up some Swedish culture and history. Take a picnic and enjoy the wonderful animals, buildings and gardens on a long sunny summer's day. More

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fromludvika
Stockholm, Sweden
Contributor
13 reviews
2 helpful votes
“Stockholm´s best summer attraction”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2012

Go there! Especially if you are in Stockholm in the the months June to September. More

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