The Stockholm City Museum or the Stadsmuseet is a dynamic collection that documents the history of the city through the experiences of real individuals that have lived or worked there. The museum is housed in a 1680 building designed by Nicodemus Tessin the Elder, one of Sweden's most important architects.
The displays are engaging and very creative, and many are hands-on so that people of all ages can get involved through costumes and play. Temporary exhibitions are also fresh and eclectic, focused on the city's ever-changing shape and spirit.
Many events are also available in English and the museum is free, so if you're experiencing Stockholm on a budget, it's a great way to get your culture and history fix without breaking the bank.
Pro tip: the museum offers themed maps of the city based on popular books or movies so you can curate a self-guided tour based on your own interests!
