Open weekends in May

Spring has come to Skokloster and we are open every weekend in May. Take a guided tour in English, peruse the museum shop and enjoy Swedish fika or lunch in the Castle café. Visiting with children? Don't miss our beautiful Paradise playground.

Information and activities
Apple blooms in fronf of the castle tower

Opening hours

Closed Monday
Open Saturday 11:00–16:00
Opening hours 2024

What's on

See upcoming activities

Welcome to the castle!

Here's everything you need to know when you visit us, from opening hours to admission fees and other practical information.

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Children walking up to one of the castle buildings
Photo: Skokloster Castle/SHM.

The museum shop

The museum shop is stocked with beautiful items for the home, stylish decor pieces, and other products inspired by the castle's collections.

About the shop
Tulips and shop products like postcards, napkins and a key chain.
Photo: Helena Bonnevier, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

Paradise Playground - open every day!

Welcome to our playground - we call this green haven next to the castle the paradise, Paradiset. Explore nature, play in the gazebo, ride a wooden horse and cart, and balance on tools! The playground is free to visit.

About the playground
Child balancing on a rolling pin in a park
Photo: Ola Myrin, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

Queen Charlotte - A Bridgerton Story

See spectacular costumes, tiaras, and wigs from the romantic world of the Bridgerton family. This summer’s exhibition opens June 5th!

About the exhibition
Queen Charlotte with tiara
Courtesy of Netflix.

Book a group tour

A group of friends, a club get-together or a big family? Groups are welcome to book their own private tour, day or evening, any time of year.

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Group on a guided tour
Photo: Ola Myrin, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

Rent our spaces

Skokloster Castle is a museum with unique and historical collections, beautifully located on the shore of Lake Mälaren. When the castle is closed to visitors, it is possible to hire some of the rooms for photography and filming or for small events.

Venues and pricing
People in historical costumes in the castle
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Family visits

We offer activities for the whole family.

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Castle Café

Visit the Castle cafe. We offer indoor and outdoor dining.

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Visit in your own pace

Experience the castle's exhibitions, castle park, shop and surroundings on your own.

World famous Vertumnus

Arcimboldo's painting of Vertumnus is one of Skokloster's castles, and the world's most famous work of art. It appears on many promotional products and souvenirs worldwide. How did it end up at Skokloster Castle?

About the artwork
Painting of a man composed of vegetables

Visit the museum online

Enjoy Skokloster Castle's exciting stories wherever you are.

Visit remotely
Armoury with coats of armour and pistols