Visit Skokloster Castle. Photo: Jens Mohr, Skokloster Castle/SHM (CC BY).

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Weekends in May

Open weekends in May

Spring has come to Skokloster and we are open to visitors every weekend in May and during May 14–15, 2026. Visit the Plume Maker's Spring Parade and discover the Paradise Playground. Bring the kids or grandchildren on a cozy family outing - together, we'll visit the animals at the Parkvilla.

Opening hours in May

Saturdays and Sundays in May 2026, from 11.00 to 16.00
Thursday May 14–Friday 15, 2026 (Ascension day Bank holiday), from 11.00 to 16.00

From June 1-August 31 the castle is open every day, from 11.00 to 17.00.

Admission and tickets

Adults: SEK 140
Children up to 19 years of age: Free admission
Guided tour: 170 SEK, includes admission

Please use the small entrance on the castle's south side.

May 14 and 16 at 13–14

Family activities

Family Tour and Meet the Animals at the Parkvilla

Did you know that there used to be plenty of poultry at Skokloster in the past? The Wrangel and Brahe families raised chickens and turkeys, which they sent to the market in Stockholm for sale. Today, the chickens and other animals at Skokloster live peacefully at the Parkvilla, near the castle and the Paradise Playground.

During the family tour, we will visit Julia Persson at the Parkvilla, where she will introduce her animals and tell us more about them. How long does it take for an egg to hatch into a chick? Why do rabbits have such big ears? How do homing pigeons always find their way home? Why do quails never sit in trees? You'll get answers to all your questions and have the chance to pet and feed the animals!

Price and booking

Free for children up to 19 years of age. At least one adult must join per booking.
Price for adults: SEK 190 (includes museum admission).

Pre-book your tickets on Tickster to May 14
Pre-book your tickets on Tickster to May 16

Limited space, spots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. We will meet in the castle shop.

Dreams of Skokloster

On the ground floor of the castle is the exhibition Dreams of Skokloster – between battlefield and the starry sky, which is the castle’s permanent exhibition. It's a unique collection of magnificent items like books, costumes, and celestial globes that tell the exciting history of the castle.

You are welcome to visit the exhibition on your own.

Admission to the exhibitions

The exhibitions are included in the museum admission:

Adults: SEK 140
Children under 19 years of age: Free

The Plume Maker's Spring Parade

This spring, Skokloster Castle will be visited by the Nordic region's only plume maker, Tim Mårtenson. The Plume Maker's Spring Parade is an imaginative installation created for the castle's magnificent halls. It will be on display in the Brahe Apartment and in the rotation on the first floor of the castle both during Easter weekend and the weekends in May.

English tours at 12.45

Discover spectacular rooms where the Wrangel, Brahe, and von Essen families lived. Your guide will tell you about these families, and the furniture, wallpapers, and paintings, each carrying its own story.

We offer guided tours in English at 12.45 on Saturdays–Sundays in May and during May 14–15 (Ascension day Bank holiday).

Tickets cost SEK 190 (includes admission). Buy tickets on site in the castle entrance.

Guide showing people around in the castle — Photo: Ola Myrin, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

Cafés in the area

Skokloster offers several pleasant options for coffee breaks and meals in the area. Near the castle, there are cafés where you can enjoy freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, and lunches in peaceful surroundings.

Find out more

Cookies and buns on a plate alongside coffee. — Photo: Ola Myrin, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

The Museum Shop

Looking to buy a nice gift for a christening, wedding, or graduation? The Castle Shop offers gifts for spring and summer festivities. Or bring a memory home with you - we offer beautiful items for the home, stylish decor pieces, and other products inspired by the castle's collections.

Visit the Museum Shop

Tulips, keychains, napkins and notebooks — Photo: Helena Bonnevier, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

Paradise Playground

Welcome to our historic playground. We call this green haven the paradise, Paradiset. Here you can explore nature and learn more about what was grown at Skokloster once upon a time. You can also play in the gazebo, ride a wooden horse and cart, and balance on tools! Open every day, year-round.

Discover Paradise

Child balancing on a large wooden tool — Photo: Ola Myrin, Skokloster Castle/SHM.

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How to find us

The simplest way to get here is by local public transport or car.

Prices and tickets

See fees for admission and guided tours.

Published2023.04.25

Updated2026.03.20