Skansen - Where wildlife and history meet

Skansen is Stockholm's oldest open-air museum and zoo, located on Royal Djurgården with a view of the whole of Stockholm.

Experience this Swedish cultural treasure, at Skansen there is something for the whole family. Animals, nature, culture, traditions and trends meet here - the soul of Sweden in a living museum in the middle of Stockholm. Skansen is only 3.1 km from Hotel Birger Jarl, walk or take public transportation from the hotel.