Top 11 things to do in Stockholm with kids

What is it? Tekniska Museet is by far, in my opinion, the best museum for kids in Stockholm. Located out on Gärdet (next to several other museums in the museum park), it lets us explore questions of science, space and the role of technology in our lives.

Why go? There are tons of interactive stations and activities where children can play and learn. Perfect for little thinkers as well as those with energy to burn, there really is something for everyone here. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, another exhibition pops up around the corner with even more fun stuff. Highlights include the large wooden 3D cinema Wisdome, the big obstacle course in the MegaMind exhibition and Teknoleket – where the youngest visitors can build, test and explore with all their senses. Entertainment for hours!

Don’t miss: The new exhibition Drömlandet opens on April 29 and is set to be the museum’s biggest venture yet. 

Adress: Museivägen 7, Norra Djurgården. Open daily 10-22. Tickets from SEK 170, children below 7 years are free.

What is it? Pop on a conductor’s hat, grab your ticket and mind the doors! At the newly renovated and interactive Tramway Museum (Spårvägsmuseet), visitors get the chance to experience around 60 of the different buses, trains and vehicles that have kept Stockholm’s public transport running over the past 200 years.

Why visit? The building itself is worth a visit – a brick space spanning more than 5,500 square metres. As well as being able to step inside, explore and sit in most of the vehicles, there’s also half a floor dedicated to children. There’s a running track where you can test if you’re faster than public transport, a toy shop with dress-up clothes, and even a real mini train you can ride.

Don’t miss: The restaurant Ocra next door is a great option for lunch or brunch.

Adress: Gasverkstorget 1. Open Tuesday-Sunday. Adults SEK 150. Free admission for people under 18.

What is it? Right in central Stockholm at Sergels torg sits Kulturhuset Stadsteatern – a five-storey, well, cultural hub, home to several galleries, theatre stages and exhibitions. You’ll also find the Marionette Theatre and three different libraries for different age groups. Many of the activities are free, too.

Why visit? Come for great-value theatre for little ones or teens, or settle into one of the cosy corners in the welcoming libraries (Rum för barn) on the fourth floor – there are books in more than 50 languages, plus plenty of board games to borrow. Opposite, you’ll find the art workshop, where your little one can channel their inner Picasso and go wild with paint at the easel (ticket required). All with views over Stockholm’s lively city centre.

Don’t miss: Bring a lock for your pram if you’re visiting Rum för Barn (it needs to be parked on the first floor). Also make time for the Stockholm Room downstairs – here you can see a model of the entire city from above.

Adress: Sergels torg. Tickets to the children’s theatre are quite affordable, from SEK 65 per person. Rum för barn is usually open daily but opening hours vary, so check the official website for the latest updates. 

What is it? Like a miniature Central Park – with a scent of pine – Norra Stationsparken playground sits surrounded by gleaming little skyscrapers. It opened in 2024 and could very well be Stockholm’s best playground.

Why go? Sure, central Stockholm has several great playgrounds. There’s Tessinparken with its charming functionalist house replicas, Humlegården’s multi level areas and swings and Vasaparken with its slick driving track and the old retro car that’s always a hit. All of these are lovely, but they share the same drawback – they’re packed at weekends. Head instead to Norra Stationsparken, or Hagastaden’s playground as it’s commonly known. Here, you won’t have to queue for the sandpit. Expect colourful houses with nooks and crannies, climb-friendly structures and trampolines with just the right amount of bounce.

What is it? Gröna Lunds Tivoli, or Grönan, on Djurgården is Stockholm’s neon-lit amusement park, delivering thrills since 1893. The tivoli also hosts plenty of live music concerts and has a dance floor for salsa and bachata.

Why we love it? A summer without Grönan is like a hot dog without a bun – something’s missing! Ride carousels to your heart’s content, soak up waterfront views of Stockholm and tuck into calorie-packed, sugar-loaded treats like langos and candy floss. While there’s plenty for little ones (the vintage cars, the ladybird ride and the tunnel of love), this is heaven for slightly older kids with energy to burn and a taste for heights. Its a bit pricey but 

Don't miss: Trying to win that giant chocolate bar on the prize wheel – the chances are slim, but never zero. 

A practical tip is also to pick up your ride wristbands outside the park – there are more ticket machines here than inside the gates. 

Gröna Lund operates mainly during the summer season, usually between April and September, with some events happening around Halloween and Christmas. 

What it is? One of Stockholm’s best and biggest playgrounds, combining a park with all the extras and a 4H farm.

Why go? Aspuddsparken is outside the city centre, but it’s well worth the trip. Alongside animals such as rabbits, sheep, chickens and goats, there are big climbing frames, plenty of large grassy areas and a paddling pool that’s filled during the summer months. At weekends, the park is also staffed, and there are toilets plus a small café in a red cottage next to the animal enclosures. At weekends, the grill is lit too, and you can bring your own hot dogs to throw on – and who doesn’t love a snack after a few hours of play?

Don’t miss: For a cosy walk and a little fika, head to Vintervikens Trädgårdscafé. Or leave the kids with a babysitter and round the day of with dinner at the brilliant Bar Libertin.

Adress: The junction of Blommensbergsvägen and Hövdingagatan. Opening hours: 08.30-17.00 Monday-Friday and 09.00-16.00 Saturday-Sunday.

What is it? Let your child unleash their inner star on one of Stockholm’s best stages for young talents. The Museum of Performing Arts (Scenkonstmuseet) sits at one of the city’s best addresses in Östermalm, right next door to the popular café Stora bageriet.

Why go? To see fantastic costumes, try out different instruments and dive into the craft room, where you can create imaginative pieces like hats, tails and glittering masks (themes change regularly). The museum also houses a brilliant puppet theatre where children can stage their own performances and take on roles as both set designers and actors. Check the calendar to snap up tickets for popular events like baby theatre and after-preschool shows. Be quick – tickets sell out fast.

Don’t miss: the echoing staircase. Sing a melody and hear someone answer back.

Address: Sibyllegatan 2. Opening hours: Tuesday–Sunday 11.00–17.00. Children under 18 go free; adult tickets cost SEK 160.

What is it? Want to explore Pippi’s kitchen, step inside Alfie Atkins’s tower block or balance on buns with Baker Bengtsson?Junibacken is a children’s museum on Djurgården dedicated to the stories and characters of Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, as well as other well-known literary characters.

Why go? Step into Astrid Lindgren’s magical world and watch the stories come to life. As well as meeting many of her popular characters on the slightly spooky, and sometimes sad, Story Train, there are also fun little houses and installations to explore on the Story Square. Or why not pay a visit to the Moomin House out on the playground?

Don’t miss: Booking a ticket for the theatre before your visit. It’s included in the entry price, but places are limited.

Address: Galärvarvsvägen 8. Open daily 10.00–17.00 and 09.00–17.00 on Saturdays. Opening hours may vary during the low season. Check the official website for more information.There is a bus that will take you here, but space for strollers is limited and often fills up.

What is it? Burgers, avocado toast and chocolate shakes in spacious, stroller-friendly surroundings with an industrial feel.

Why go? The brunch at Boketto (Hotel Blique by Nobis) in Hagastaden might just be Stockholm’s most child-friendly brunch. Or perhaps parent-friendly is a better word? Why? Right next to the dining area, you’ll find a staffed craft room and a cinema room – perfect when the grown-ups want to linger over conversation while the kids let their creativity run free or wind down with a film.

Don’t miss: while the food from the menu was perfectly standard, the children’s buffet is unfortunately not the most exciting if you’re hoping for more than lukewarm chips, meatballs and pancakes in metal trays.

Gävlegatan 18. Saturday–Sunday 12.00–16.00

What is it? Hop on one of the SL boats. Or the bus or tram, for that matter, and watch the cityscape roll by outside the window. Exploring Stockholm’s public transport (SL) is a brilliant budget tip for anyone with a little one at home who’s fascinated by anything that buzzes, rolls or chugs along the water.

Why go? Because sometimes the journey itself is just as much of an adventure as the destination. If you’re after a more specific outing, take the SL ferry to Kvarnholmen and the imaginative playground Lilla Kvarnholmen, which features several charming miniature houses. Visiting on a weekend? Head to the the award-winning artisanal gelato from Snö (Swedish for snow).

Don’t miss: raising the semaphore – a large, foldable sign mounted on a metal pole. Not all piers have one, but at some stops the boat will only dock if you signal.

Plan your trip at Sl.se. Tickets cost SEK 42 for a single fare or 190 for a 24-hour pass, with free travel for children under 7 (or under 12 on weekends and holidays) when accompanied by a fare-paying adult.

What is it? A garden centre offering pick-your-own raspberries, strawberries and currants during the summer months. You can also gather flowers to create a beautiful bouquet to take home and place on the table.

Why go? Because it’s a cosy outdoor activity that suits the whole family – everyone can join in. Berry picking, with that almost addictive thrill of searching and finding, is an activity that can keep my three-year-old busy for ages. And it’s not hard to see why, when the reward is a sweet berry that tastes like summer. At Brunnsviken, you’ll also find a charming garden café and a shop stocked with everything for your own growing ambitions.

Don’t miss: Checking in advance which crops are available to pick right now.

Address: Ulriksdalsvägen 2, Solna. You’ll get there by taking the metro to Bergshamra, followed by a 15-minute stroll along a forest-lined road. Open every day from 10.00 to 16.30.