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Historical Museum

The early history of Sweden until the Middle Ages
The State Historical Museum (in Swedish Statens historiska museum or Historiska museet for short) is located in the Östermalm district. It is one of Sweden's most visited museums and is thematically dedicated to the early history of Sweden up to the Middle Ages. A special highlight is the Viking exhibition, which is unique in the world.

How do I get to the History Museum in Stockholm?

The History Museum is easy to reach on foot, by metro, bus and streetcar.

  • Bus: Line 69 and 76, get off at Historiska museet.
  • Streetcar: Line 7 to Djurgårdsbron stop.
  • Subway: Karlaplan or Östermalmstorg stops.