ArkDes

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Byggfenomen: The First and Last Thing We See

Architect Daniel Johansson moves humble acoustic ceiling tiles onto the wall in a full-scale installation, turning an overlooked everyday material into ornament.

Now showing5 Jun – 18 Apr 2027Free

Gingerbread House 2026

ArkDes' beloved Christmas show: a city of gingerbread towers and houses by amateurs and professionals, with public voting and prizes.

Upcoming27 Nov – 10 Jan 2027Free

Permanent Collections

Unboxing – Explore the ArkDes Collection

Curators unpack never-before-seen drawings, letters and sketches from ArkDes' 4-million-object archive with visitors, Thursday to Saturday 13:00-15:00.

Permanent collectionFree

Nearby

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Moderna Museet

Art1 min walk

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Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities (Östasiatiska museet)

Art3 min walk

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Vasa Museum (Vasamuseet)

Maritime5 min walk

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Nationalmuseum

Design6 min walk

Visitor Information

Is ArkDes free to visit?

Yes, general admission to ArkDes is free. Free admission to all exhibitions.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of ArkDes?

ArkDes is open Tue and Fri 10:00-20:00; Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 10:00-18:00; closed Mondays. Closed 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January; open 10-18 on 31 October and 26 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is ArkDes?

ArkDes is located at Exercisplan 4, 111 49 Stockholm, Sweden, in the Skeppsholmen area of Stockholm. The nearest stations are ArkDes/Moderna Museet (bus 65), Kungsträdgården (Metro Blue Line) and Skeppsholmen (Djurgården ferry).

What can I see at ArkDes?

Sweden's free national centre for architecture and design, with bold shows and a 4-million-object archive on Skeppsholmen. Current highlights include Byggfenomen: The First and Last Thing We See, Gingerbread House 2026 and Unboxing – Explore the ArkDes Collection.

Do I need to book ArkDes in advance?

ArkDes is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free admission to all exhibitions.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit ArkDes?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.