ABBA The Museum in Stockholm is an interactive tribute to the Swedish pop group, built around original costumes, gold records and genuine memorabilia. Admission now follows fully dynamic pricing of 249 to 329 kr, replacing the flat rate of around 250 to 280 kr that many older guides still quote. You can book through GetYourGuide to secure a time slot before you travel.
Quick facts
| Address | Djurgårdsvägen 68, 115 21 Stockholm, Sweden |
| Opening hours | Daily, generally 10am–6pm or 10am–8pm depending on season |
| Admission | Adults 249–329 kr; children (0–6) free |
| Nearest transit | Tram 7 or bus 67 to Liljevalchs/Gröna Lund |
| Typical visit duration | 1.5 to 2 hours |
Why book ABBA The Museum tickets?
- 🏛️ Genuine memorabilia: Original stage costumes, gold records and instruments fill the Gold Room, not replicas.
- 🎟️ Become the fifth member: Perform on a hologram stage alongside Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Frida.
- 🌿 Free audio guide: The band members narrate their own story in Swedish and English, with several other languages available.
- 📜 Free for young children: Under-6s enter at no charge.
- 💰 A guaranteed time slot: Booking ahead avoids the risk of your preferred slot selling out.
Opening hours at ABBA The Museum
Hours change several times across the year, generally opening earlier and staying open later in summer.
| Period | Hours |
|---|---|
| 1 January–30 April | 10am–6pm |
| 1 May–31 May | 10am–8pm |
| 1 June–16 August | 9am–8pm |
| 17 August–31 August | 10am–8pm |
| 1 September–23 December | 10am–6pm |
| Christmas Eve and Day | 10am–3pm |
| 26–30 December | 10am–6pm |
| New Year’s Eve | 10am–6pm |
Tickets specify a 30-minute entry window, for example a 10am booking allows entry any time up to 10.30am. Once inside, visitors can stay until closing.
Ticket prices for ABBA The Museum
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | 249–329 kr |
| Family (2 adults, 1–2 children aged 7–15) | 549–749 kr |
| Child (7–15) | 100–120 kr |
| Child (0–6) | Free |
| Student (with valid ID) | 219–279 kr |
| Senior | 219–279 kr |
Prices vary by date and time slot, so pre-purchasing online generally secures the best rate as well as a guaranteed entry window. The museum does not accept cash, only card payments. To lock in a slot before your trip, book through GetYourGuide.
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How to get to ABBA The Museum
By tram: line 7 stops at Liljevalchs/Gröna Lund, a short walk from the entrance.
By bus: bus 67 also stops at Liljevalchs/Gröna Lund; buses 69 and 76 serve the wider Djurgården area.
By ferry: the Djurgården ferry and the M/S Emelie both stop at Allmänna Gränd, close to the museum.
On foot: the museum stands a 15 to 20-minute walk from central Stockholm across Djurgårdsbron, passing the Nordic Museum on the way.
From Arlanda Airport: take the Arlanda Express train into central Stockholm, then continue by tram or bus.
Parking at ABBA The Museum
Parking on Djurgården is limited and there is no dedicated museum car park. A small number of disabled parking spaces sit behind the building. Public transport is strongly recommended; drivers can park further out at Norra Djurgården and take tram 7 the rest of the way.
How long to spend at ABBA The Museum
Most visitors need 1.5 to 2 hours to make full use of the interactive stations. A quicker walk-through, focused on the memorabilia alone, is possible in around an hour.
Accessibility at ABBA The Museum
The museum is fully wheelchair accessible, with lifts serving every level, including the interactive stage areas. Space allows for up to five wheelchairs at once, so some waiting is possible at busy times. Two manual wheelchairs are available to borrow on request. Personal care assistants and attendants enter free with a ticket collected at the counter. Pushchairs are not permitted inside for fire safety reasons, though a limited number of baby carriers are available, and there is a stroller parking area near the entrance.
What to see inside ABBA The Museum
The Gold Room. Original stage costumes, gold records and record covers from the band’s career fill this gallery, all genuine rather than replicas.
The Polar Studio replica. Recreated almost entirely from original equipment, this includes Benny’s piano, Björn’s guitars, and Agnetha and Frida’s microphones.
The hologram stage. Visitors can perform as the “fifth member” of ABBA alongside holographic versions of all four band members.
The Folkpark scene. This recreates the moment Björn and Benny first met, tracing the earliest roots of the group’s formation.
The Chess and post-ABBA gallery. This covers the band members’ careers after 1982, including Chess, Mamma Mia! and their solo projects.
Practical visitor tips for ABBA The Museum
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Arrive at your booked window | Entry is timed in 30-minute slots; queue only once your slot begins |
| Skip the printer | Digital tickets on your phone work fine at the entrance |
| Bring a card, not cash | The museum and shop accept only card payments |
| Pack light | Lockers are free but too small for large bags or luggage |
| Book tickets in advance | Reserve through GetYourGuide to guarantee your preferred slot and price |
Frequently asked questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is admission free for children? | Under-6s enter free; children aged 7–15 pay a reduced rate |
| Does my ticket include a set entry time only? | You choose a 30-minute arrival window, but can stay as long as you like once inside |
| Is the museum wheelchair accessible? | Yes, fully, including lifts to every level and the interactive stage |
| Can I bring a pushchair? | No, pushchairs are not allowed inside, though baby carriers are provided |
| Is there parking at the museum? | No dedicated car park; parking on Djurgården is limited, so public transport is recommended |
Things to do near ABBA The Museum
Gröna Lund amusement park stands directly across the street, with rides overlooking the water. The Vasa Museum, home to a nearly intact 17th-century warship, is a flat 10-minute walk west.
For families, Junibacken, based on Astrid Lindgren’s stories, sits a short walk further along Djurgårdsvägen. Skansen, the open-air museum and zoo/ aquarium, is a slightly longer walk into the island. Fotografiska, a contemporary photography museum, is a short ferry or bus ride away in Södermalm.
Alternative music and pop-culture museums within two hours
Avicii Experience. This interactive tribute museum to the Swedish DJ and producer, created by the same company behind ABBA The Museum, is around 20 minutes away in central Stockholm.
Scenkonstmuseet, the Museum of Performing Arts. This music and theatre museum, covering Swedish concert and stage history, is roughly 15 to 20 minutes from Djurgården.
Nobel Prize Museum. An interactive museum on the Nobel laureates and their discoveries, in Gamla Stan, around 20 minutes away.
Paradox Museum Stockholm. This hands-on museum of illusions and interactive exhibits sits in central Stockholm, about 20 to 25 minutes from Djurgården.
Fotografiska. A large contemporary photography museum with changing exhibitions, roughly 20 minutes away in Södermalm.
More Stockholm travel
Other Stockholm travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Skansen in Stockholm: Guide to the world’s oldest open air museum – also home to the Skansen Aquarium.
- Viking Museum, Stockholm:: Visitor guide with prices, times & key information.
- 9 Stockholm tours and experiences worth booking (and which to skip).
- Plan your visit to Sweden’s largest science and technology museum – Tekniska.
- Practical guide to visiting the Nordic Museum in Stockholm.
