Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)

What's On

Permanent Collections

Fossils and Evolution

A walk through 4.5 billion years of Earth's history, with dinosaurs, armoured sharks, flying reptiles and an authentic dinosaur track from Skåne.

Permanent collectionkr 170

World of Water

Life in the great oceans and in Swedish lakes, rivers and wetlands: how animals adapt to water, who swims fastest, who lives deepest.

Permanent collectionkr 170

The Human Journey

Lifelike models of prehistoric humans trace how climate and environment shaped our evolution, alongside mammoths, sabre-toothed cats and giant birds.

Permanent collectionkr 170

Treasures from the Earth's Interior

Gemstones, crystals, rare minerals and meteorites you can touch, and how minerals end up in everyday things from toothpaste to Falu red paint.

Permanent collectionkr 170

A Souvenir for Life

A small exhibition with a big message about the illegal trade in endangered animals and plants, told through a family's holiday souvenirs at customs.

Permanent collectionkr 170

Nature in Sweden

One of the museum's largest exhibits: elk, wolves, bears, sea eagles and lynx shown in dioramas of Swedish habitats from mountains and forest to coast.

Permanent collectionkr 170

Polar Tracks

The Arctic and Antarctic up close: skeletons of blue, grey, sperm and bowhead whales, a polar bear hunting seals, elephant seals and penguins.

Permanent collectionkr 170

The Diversity of Life

From 18th-century natural history collections to modern taxonomy: a wall of butterflies, coral reef and rainforest scenes, new and extinct species like the quagga.

Permanent collectionkr 170

The Animal Human

The museum's most interactive exhibit: test how your body works and compare yourself with other animals to see why humans look and function as we do.

Permanent collectionkr 170

Visitor Information

How much does Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) cost?

Standard adult admission to Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) is kr 170. Exhibitions free for under-19s; seniors and students 120 SEK. Cosmonova 160 SEK; combined film + exhibitions 260 SEK. Thursday evenings Cosmonova + exhibitions 220 SEK.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)?

Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) is open Tue-Fri 11:00-17:00 (Thu until 21:00), Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays. School holidays (autumn break 24 Oct-1 Nov, Christmas 25 Dec-10 Jan) open every day from 10:00. Closed 23-24 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)?

Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) is located at Frescativägen 40, 114 18 Stockholm, Sweden, in the Frescati area of Stockholm. The nearest station is Universitetet (T-bana).

What can I see at Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)?

Sweden's largest museum building: whale skeletons, dinosaurs, glittering minerals and the Cosmonova dome cinema. Current highlights include Fossils and Evolution, World of Water and The Human Journey.

Do I need to book Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) 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 Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)?

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.