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Free things to do in Stockholm
9 places with verified free entry · 1 free today
1 of them are free to enter every day they're open, and 2 have free days or free evenings for everyone. Below, each place shows whether it's free today, the next free date and who else gets in free — museums, landmarks, views and shows, each checked against its official website. What's free this week · cheap tickets under 10
Museums
Free for someFotografiska StockholmChildren 12 and under free with an adult
Free Fri 30 OctModerna Museet StockholmFree Friday: free admission every Friday 18:00-20:00 (autumn season to 18 Dec 2026)
Free Thu 29 OctNationalmuseumFree for everyone on Thursday evenings 17:00-20:00
Free for someRoyal Palace of StockholmChildren aged 6 or under free with an adult
Free for someSwedish History MuseumFree for children and youth 0-18
Free for someVasa MuseumFree for ages 18 and under
Markets & streets
Zoos & aquariums
Churches & landmarks
FAQ
Free things to do in Stockholm: common questions
What can you visit for free in Stockholm?
Free Tickets lists 9 places in Stockholm with free entry we checked against official sources. Always free: Gamla Stan. Free on set days: Moderna Museet and Nationalmuseum. Free for some visitors (children, students, residents and others): Fotografiska, Moderna Museet, Nationalmuseum, Royal Palace, Skansen, City Hall and 2 more.
When are museums and landmarks free in Stockholm?
Moderna Museet — friday: free admission every Friday 18:00-20:00 (autumn season to 18 Dec 2026); Nationalmuseum — on Thursday evenings 17:00-20:00. Each place page shows the next dates, with closures and holidays already taken out.
Which places in Stockholm are free for children?
Fotografiska, Moderna Museet, Nationalmuseum, Royal Palace, Skansen, City Hall, Historiska and Vasa Museum — age limits differ, see each page for the exact rule and the ID you may need.
Are there free museums in Stockholm for students or young adults?
Yes: Nationalmuseum. Many of these rules apply only to EU or local residents, so check the conditions on each page.
Do I need to book free entry in Stockholm?
At Skansen and City Hall even free entry needs a timed reservation, and free slots can run out. Book as soon as the slots open.
What if I can't go on a free day?
Among the places here that charge entry, the cheapest standard adult ticket is Nationalmuseum at kr 160 (official price). Each place page compares official prices with partner tickets and tours, and our cheap-tickets page lists everything for 10 or less.