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Djurgårdskiosken, Skansen

Stockholm, SE

Djurgårdskiosken, Skansen

Founded in 1891, Skansen is the world's oldest open-air museum, containing a zoological garden specializing in Nordic fauna, such as moose, reindeer, bear, wolf, lynx and wolverine. It features over 150 historic buildings from previous centuries, from all parts of Sweden. Guides in historic costumes

further enhance this attraction, and demonstrate domestic crafts such as weaving, spinning, and glass blowing. The Skansen area is fairly large (700 metres across) with steep slopes and limited public transport (there is a funicular and an escalator to the upper area) so be prepared for long walks. Adults 120 SEK, children 50 SEK Jun-Aug, lower other times of the year, but with fewer animals and attractions. Skansen is one of few venues open during Christmas Eve, though just a few hours, with most attractions closed.

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