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Nationalmuseum: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Nationalmuseum is next free on Thursday, 29 October 2026 (in 5 days).
- Free for everyone on Thursday evenings 17:00-20:00.
- Also free: visitors under 20.
- Otherwise: adult — kr 160.
Calendar
Free days at Nationalmuseum
- THU29OCTThursday, 29 October 2026 · in 5 days · 17:00–20:00
- THU5NOVThursday, 5 November 2026 · in 12 days · 17:00–20:00
- THU12NOVThursday, 12 November 2026 · in 3 weeks · 17:00–20:00
- THU19NOVThursday, 19 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 17:00–20:00
- THU26NOVThursday, 26 November 2026 · in 5 weeks · 17:00–20:00
- THU3DECThursday, 3 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 17:00–20:00
50 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Thursday 17:00-20:00 is free for everyone - the best free slot in Stockholm's art museums.
- Under-20s are always free (show ID).
- The last hour before closing costs half price (SEK 80).
- Card or Swish only - no cash.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free hoursFree for everyone on Thursday evenings 17:00-20:00 · 17:00–20:00 | everyone | You still need an entrance ticket/tag from the desk. | No |
| Free forFree for visitors under 20 | children under 20 | Prove your right to free admission at the desk; a ticket is still needed. | No |
| Free areaGround floor free for everyone (shop, restaurant, studios, Sculpture and South Courtyards) | everyone | Galleries need a ticket. | No |
Official prices
Nationalmuseum ticket prices
| Adult — Last 60 minutes before closing SEK 80. Ticket covers collections and temporary exhibitions. | kr 160 |
| Annual card (adult) — Also covers Gustavsberg's Porcelain Museum; pays off after 2.5 visits. | kr 400 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11:00–17:00 |
| Wed | 11:00–17:00 |
| Thu | 11:00–20:00 |
| Fri | 11:00–17:00 |
| Sat | 11:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 11:00–17:00 |
Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00, Thursday until 20:00; closed Mondays. Closed 24, 25, 31 Dec and 1 Jan; 26 Dec 11:00-17:00.
Södra Blasieholmshamnen 2, Stockholm, Sweden
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FAQ
Nationalmuseum: common questions
Is Nationalmuseum free?
Nationalmuseum is free for everyone on Thursday evenings 17:00-20:00. Ground floor free for everyone (shop, restaurant, studios, Sculpture and South Courtyards). Also free: visitors under 20. Otherwise the official ticket costs kr 160.
When is Nationalmuseum free?
Free for everyone on Thursday evenings 17:00-20:00. The next free date is Thursday, 29 October 2026.
Who gets free entry to Nationalmuseum?
Children under 20 — prove your right to free admission at the desk; a ticket is still needed..
How much is a ticket to Nationalmuseum?
Adult costs kr 160 on the official site.
What day is Nationalmuseum closed?
Nationalmuseum is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00, Thursday until 20:00; closed Mondays. Closed 24, 25, 31 Dec and 1 Jan; 26 Dec 11:00-17:00.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- nationalmuseum.se/en/visit/admission-fees-and-tickets · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- nationalmuseum.se/en/visit/opening-hours
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