Easter Holidays in Stockholm – Activities & Tips for Children and Families

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What to do in Stockholm during Easter

Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, offers activities and events to enjoy during Easter. Many museums organize activities around Easter for the children. Visit Skansen that is a nice place for both young and old. Here is lovely when Spring is coming. Go on a brunch cruise in the Stockholm archipelago during Easter weekend. There is also entertainment with music.

Many things during Easter in Stockholm is open. The same time as Easter there is the Easter school holiday in Stockholm with special Easter events in especially museums. Children also usually dress up as Easter witches and knock on people's doors for candy. The kids also loooong for the Eater Bunny for even more candy.

Maundy Thursday: April 2, 2026
Good Friday: April 3, 2026
Holy Saturday: April 4, 2026
Easter Sunday: April 5, 2026
Easter Monday: April 6, 2026

Here are some tips on what you can do in Stockholm during Easter

Viking Museum Stockholm

The Viking Museum - Vikingaliv

The Viking Age is something that interests many Swedes and the whole world in fact. What was it like to live in the Viking Age? Did the Vikings really have helmets with horns? Why did the Vikings become so infamous all over the world? Did they only live off plunder? At the museum you can go on a Viking voyage and on board you get to see and experience the life of the Vikings.

Stockholm's popular Viking Museum is an exciting place for the whole family. There are usually some extra fun things happening during school holidays.

Address: Djurgårdsstrand 15, Djurgården.

Ticket to The Royal Armoury Entry Ticket in Stockholm

The Royal Armoury Entry Ticket

 During the Easter break, various activities are offered for children at the Royal Armoury every year..

Address: Slottsbacken 3. Bild: Livrustkammaren

Easter at Skansen in Stockholm

Skansen

Skansen is a cozy place to visit all year round. The decorations in the old houses change according to the season and holidays. During Easter you can see how people celebrated, ate and decorated during the Easter days through different times. There are also animals to look at here. You can also meet an animal keeper at Lill-Skansen who will tell you a little more about different animals. At Galejan's amusement park, children can ride a carousel and do fun things. It can also be interesting for children to peek into both homes and shops from the past and see what it looked like then compared to today. Every day you can see when the seals are fed and learn more about the seal.

Address: Djurgårdsslätten 49-51, Djurgården

Easter in Stockholm

Boat tours

A nice way to discover Stockholm is from the water on a boat trip. You can go with the low boats that take you under Stockholm's bridges. You can eat a good brunch on a brunch cruise on Saturdays and Sundays. Or experience the best of the Stockholm archipelago in a short period of time on a round-trip city cruise.

Shopping

Explore Stockholm's shopping districts and boutiques for Easter gifts, souvenirs, or treats. Don't forget to sample some traditional Swedish sweets like marzipan-filled chocolates or colorful Easter eggs.

Vasa Museum Easter in Stockholm

Vasa Museum

At the Vasa Museum during the Easter break you can try out fun experiments and activities that focus on how things really work both above and below the sea surface. Try an experiment about how a submarine really works, Try-on activities and experiments such as: how does a diving bell work, what objects were on the ship? You can also watch the film about the Vasa pig.

Address: Galärvarvsvägen 14

Paradox Museum Stockholm tickets

Paradox Museum Stockholm

The Paradox Museum in Stockholm is a place where you can experience incredible exhibits that challenge your brain and trick your eyes. In other words, paradox, something that goes against what you expect.

At the Paradox Museum you get to experience optical exhibits that can be puzzling images or objects that trick and confuse you. There are also interactive exhibits such as astonishing installations or entire rooms that challenge all your senses by making what you see or experience not always completely true. So bring the whole family on an exciting visit and see when your brain plays tricks on you!

Free entry for children 0-4 years.

Address: Sergelgatan 20, Hötorget

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Skansen

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Vasa Museum

Nobel Prize Museum

Gröna Lund Amusement Park

Globen SkyView

Birka - The Viking City

Boat and Bus Tours

Book tickets for ABBA the Museum during Easter in Stockholm

Abba the Museum

ABBA The Museum at Djurgården in Stockholm.
Visit the ABBA Museum during the Easter break and feel the wings of the time with ABBA's songs. Step up on stage with the band, see memorabilia and much more.

Easter in Stockholm

Outdoor Activities / Egg hunts

If the weather permits, take advantage of outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, or boat tours around Stockholm's beautiful archipelago. Springtime in Stockholm can be delightful, with blossoming flowers and longer daylight hours. Strömma boat tours operate during Easter in Stockholm. Many parks, gardens, and attractions in Stockholm organize Easter egg hunts for children. Keep an eye out for events at places like Djurgården, Hagaparken, Junibacken and public squares where kids can search for hidden eggs. On some places if the children come dressed up as an Easter witch, the children can get candy or something else.

Culture Events

Check out museums, galleries and theaters for special Easter exhibitions, performances, or concerts. Stockholm has a vibrant cultural scene, and you're likely to find something interesting happening during the holiday.

See concerts in Stockholm

Go by RIB boat in central water in Stockholm

RIB Boat tour in central Stockholm and the Stockholm archipelago

Going on a rib boat is a different kind of sightseeing through central Stockholm's waterways and out into the fantastically beautiful archipelago. Rib Stockholm takes you from Strandvägen and you glide out at a leisurely pace past several of Stockholm's sights such as the Vasaskeppet, Gamla Stan and Gröna Lund. When you leave central Stockholm and come out into the archipelago, the speed increases and you get that tingling feeling in your body as the speed picks up. The RIB boat takes you out to Vaxholm and then takes you back towards Stockholm.

If you have never gone on a rib boat before, we would like to suggest a fun activity you can do during your visit to Stockholm, as rib tours run in all weathers all year round (exception in fog, thunder and strong storms).

Dates: Selected days throughout the year
Time: 2 hours Address: Kajplats 17, Strandvägen, Stockholm
Other info: From 12 years. Pregnant women and people with back and neck problems are advised not to ride a rib boat .

Frequently Asked Questions about Easter Break in Stockholm


1. What can you do during Easter break in Stockholm?

During Easter break in Stockholm, there are plenty of activities for both children and adults, such as museums, Easter crafts, archipelago boat trips, sightseeing, and various experiences around the city.

2. What activities are suitable for children during Easter break in Stockholm?

Popular activities for children include Skansen, museums with special programs, amusement parks, creative workshops, and indoor play centers. Many places offer extra activities specifically during school holidays.

3. Are museums open during Easter break?

Yes, most museums in Stockholm are open during Easter break and often offer special exhibitions and activities for children and families.

4. Are there free activities during Easter break in Stockholm?

Yes, there are several free activities such as parks, walks in Gamla Stan, and some museums that have free entry or free days.

5. When is Easter break in Stockholm?

Easter break in Stockholm usually occurs during week 16 and coincides with the Easter holiday, giving several days off for activities and excursions.

6. What is popular to do during Easter in Stockholm?

Popular activities include visiting Skansen, going to museums, participating in Easter crafts, taking boat trips, or experiencing various events around the city.

7. Are there indoor activities if the weather is bad?

Yes, Stockholm offers many indoor activities such as museums, play centers, VR experiences, bowling, and other family-friendly activities.

Fun experiences all year for both kids and adults!

Paradox museum i Stockholm
Paradox Museum
Stockholm | All year

A paradox is something that goes against what one has expected. You could say that a paradox plays tricks on the brain and tricks your eyes. Come here and get surprised!

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Hop-on Hop-off bus in Stockholm
Hop-on / Hop-off Bus
Stockholm | All year

Experience Stockholm with a Hop-on / Hop-off bus. The bus takes you to famous sights in Stockholm such as the Vasa Museum, Skansen, the Viking Museum, Gamla Stan and the Royal Palace, etc.

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