For families and children
Skansen is a place where families can experience Sweden together. Meet Nordic animals, explore nature, and discover how people lived in Sweden in the past. With a wide range of family-friendly activities and things to do with kids in Stockholm, Skansen offers memorable experiences for all ages.
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Free admission for all children aged 0–15.
Children aged 0–15 enjoy free admission but must book a complimentary ticket in advance of their visit.
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Are you looking for a cozy activity to enjoy with your child during parental leave? Welcome to Lill-Skansen’s Mini Animal School — a calm and playful experience together.
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2-12 April
Celebrate Easter at Skansen and experience how Sweden’s major spring holiday has been celebrated throughout the ages. Discover traditions, folklore and creative crafts. Free admission for children aged 0–15!
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30 April
Celebrate Walpurgis Night at Skansen – a tradition since 1892. New this year is Children’s Walpurgis – an earlier and slightly calmer celebration designed for our youngest guests
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23-24 May
Tjolahopp tjolahej
Pippi Longstocking is back and Skansen gets filled with games, music and a wonderful atmosphere for the whole family!
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Every day!
Every day, you can meet our knowledgeable animal keepers who share fascinating and fun facts about our animals. Learn about the animals’ behaviour, what they eat, and how we care for them at Skansen. In Swedish if not stated otherwise.
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In the Wildlife cottage between 12-14, you can ask Skansen’s zoo educator your questions — big or small, simple or tricky. In the Wildlife cottage (walk down the slope by the lynx enclosure), you can ask your questions to Skansen’s zoo educator.
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At Skansen, you can explore historic houses and farmsteads from different parts of Sweden and different periods in history. Learn more about how people have lived and worked through the centuries.
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Skansen's zookeepers talk about the animal of the day at Lill-Skansen (the Children's zoo). The talk is at 13.15 every day. Note that the talk is in Swedish.
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Playgrounds for all ages
Discover fun play areas for all ages at Skansen. From indoor and outdoor play at Lill-Skansen to climbing adventures in Ekorrparken and calmer play in Päronparken, there’s something for every child.
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Let us take you on a guided tour around selected parts of Skansen – listen and find out more about Sweden’s history, flora and fauna.
Playgrounds
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Play at Lill-Skansen
Lill-Skansen offers large indoor and outdoor play areas. Here you’ll find, among other things, the popular snake slide and an exciting “the floor is lava” obstacle course.
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Ekorrparken med Trojeborgen
Ekorrparken playground is Skansen’s largest playground, with a treehouse and climbing structures perfect for older children.
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Päronparken
Päronparken is tucked away in a peaceful setting. Here, children can play with rope sheep, enjoy the cosy warm “eggs,” and hop between playful mushroom sculptures.
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Galejan is the most charming funfair with swings and roundabouts for small children.
Memorable experiences
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Bookable activity
Does your child have a love for animals and a curiosity to learn how to care for them? Let them become a Junior Zookeeper for a day!
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Experience a unique morning with the animals before the park opens to other visitors. Join our zookeepers during the animals' morning routines and get an inside look at how Skansen works with animal welfare and species conservation.
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Explore the Nature Trail
Take a peek inside a hedgehog’s home, discover important host plants, and learn more about birdhouses. Between the Skåne Farmstead and Väla School, you’ll find the Nature Trail, where you can learn about animals, nature, and biodiversity.
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Lill-Skansen Museum Shop is our store with a carefully selected range for children. Here you will find fun, unique and educational things for children of all ages.
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Stopping using a pacifier is a big moment in many children’s lives. At the Pacifier Machine, you can leave your pacifier for the cats at Lill-Skansen.
Tips for visiting Skansen with children
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Where are the toilets and baby changing facilities?
See the map of Skansen. All toilets have baby changing facilities.
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Can I rent a stroller?
There are strollers for rent by the main entrence for 75 SEK.
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Can I bring a stroller into restaurants and cafés?
For fire safety reasons, strollers are not permitted inside our restaurants. Strollers must also be left outside Lill-Skansen.
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Where can I find places for a picnic?
Skansen has many beautiful spots perfect for a picnic! You’re welcome to enjoy your own food anywhere at Skansen, except in the gardens surrounding our historic buildings. Picnic tables are available at Torslunden, and other lovely picnic areas include Tingsvallen and Orsa Hill. At the moment, there are no indoor picnic areas.
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Bicycles and scooters.
Bicycles and scooters are not allowed inside the area, nor are skateboards or roller skates.
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Can children visit Skansen on their own?
Children under the age of 13 must visit Skansen accompanied by an adult. If you are 13 or older, you are welcome to enter without an adult. As Skansen is a large area with animals, historic environments and larger events, we recommend that young people aged 13–15 visit together with an adult to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Please note that specific age limits may apply for concerts and evening activities.
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Discounts for preschool groups and childcare providers on duty
Groups of children from preschools have free admission. Preschool staff and private childcare providers also receive free admission when visiting Skansen in a professional capacity, upon presentation of a staff ID.
With an Annual Pass, you enjoy unlimited access to Skansen all year round – visit as often as you like and discover Sweden’s culture, nature and wildlife. Take part in seasonal celebrations and events throughout the year, enjoy discounts in Skansen’s shops and selected restaurants, and skip the entrance line. The pass pays for itself by your second visit, while also supporting Skansen’s important work to preserve Sweden’s cultural heritage.
Get your Annual Pass today and experience Skansen again and again!