Army Museum (Armémuseum)

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Scared or prepared? An interactive show on the individual as a resource in crisis and war, past, present and future, made with Save the Children.

Now showing2 Jun – 17 Jan 2027kr 140

Permanent Collections

Krig och fred 1900-talet

The 20th century in war and peace: an early machine gun, relics of Sweden's nuclear weapons research, everyday soldier kit, and the end of conscription.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Raoul Wallenbergs rum

A recreation of Raoul Wallenberg's Budapest legation office, with his sketches, diary, passport and belongings from 1944, when he helped save 20,000-30,000 people.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Vapen & rockar

Arms and coats: uniforms from practical service dress to grand coats with towering headgear across the 1700s-1800s, plus sabres, bayonets, muskets and pistols.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Moderna vapen

Samples from the museum's vast arms collection: weapons from 13 countries, every Swedish army service revolver since the late 1800s, and the Ugglan reconnaissance drone.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Krig och fred 1500–1800-talet

War and peace from the 1500s to 1800s: weapons, life stories and period scenes, the Trophy Chamber's captured banners, and hands-on stations like lifting a cannonball.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Sadelkammaren

The Saddle Room: horses were as numerous as soldiers in 1600s armies. Follow saddles, harness and horseshoes from the 1400s onward.

Permanent collectionkr 140

Nearby

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Hallwyl Museum (Hallwylska museet)

Architecture5 min walk

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Swedish History Museum (Historiska museet)

History7 min walk

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Nationalmuseum

Design8 min walk

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Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities (Östasiatiska museet)

Art10 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Army Museum (Armémuseum) cost?

Standard adult admission to Army Museum (Armémuseum) is kr 140. Retirees and students 95 SEK; under 19 free. Cashless museum.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Army Museum (Armémuseum)?

Army Museum (Armémuseum) is open Tue 11:00-19:00, Wed-Sun 11:00-17:00, closed Mon. Extra openings Mon 26 Oct, 21 and 28 Dec 2026 (11-17); Tue 22 and 29 Dec close 17:00; closed 24-26 and 31 Dec 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Army Museum (Armémuseum)?

Army Museum (Armémuseum) is located at Riddargatan 13, 114 51 Stockholm, Sweden, in the Östermalm area of Stockholm. The nearest stations are Östermalmstorg (T-bana), Nybroplan (tram 7) and Kungsträdgården (T-bana).

What can I see at Army Museum (Armémuseum)?

Five centuries of Swedish war and peace, from 1600s battle trophies and cannons to the Raoul Wallenberg room. Current highlights include Krig och fred 1900-talet, Raoul Wallenbergs rum and Vapen & rockar.

Do I need to book Army Museum (Armémuseum) in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Army Museum (Armémuseum)?

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.