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Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)

ChildrenNatural HistoryScienceClosed · Opens 11amFrom £170Universitetet (T-bana)

Sweden's national museum of natural history grew out of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences' collections, gathered since 1739, and has occupied Axel Anderberg's domed building in Frescati since 1916. Its exhibitions range from Swedish wildlife dioramas and polar whale skeletons to dinosaurs, human evolution and gemstones. The Cosmonova annex, opened in 1993, is Sweden's largest planetarium and dome cinema.

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Getting there

Frescativägen 40, 114 18 Stockholm, Sweden

Nearest station: Universitetet (T-bana)

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Hours

Autumn school holiday 24 October – 1 November, 10:00–17:00

MonClosed
Tue11:00–17:00
Wed11:00–17:00
ThuToday11:00–21:00
Fri11:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
Sun10:00–17:00

Admission

From £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.

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How much does Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) cost?
Standard adult admission to Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet) is £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 (Norra Djurgården) 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 Grow the City, Polar Tracks, Treasures from the Earth's Interior.
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.

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