Skansen Christmas Market

Stockholm has a few Christmas markets and Skansen is another one of our favorites!

The Christmas Market usually runs until Dec 23rd. 

Even in chilly weather and snow, Skansen is always full of visitors! With so many things to see and eat, the Skansen Christmas Market is a fun-filled Christmas activity for old and young!

There was music at the main square stage and everyone danced around to stay warm!

Note: Strollers are OK to take around the park. The paths are stroller friendly. There is a long escalator to get you to the main park from the entrance or you can walk up another way on a longer path which passes the aquarium and rides area. 

We often bring the stroller as it helps keep the kids warm (if they're in their stroller sleeping sack) and they can sit and take a break as well. A sled also works perfectly on a snowy day! 

Christmas market vendors sell all sorts of gifts like candles, ornaments, candy, jewelry and wooly Swedish mittens. 

Warm Christmas drinks like glögg (mulled wine) and hot cocoa are available at different stands and of course Cinnamon buns & Saffron buns and warm candied nuts.

Warm and delicious waffles with jam and whip cream are also quite popular! There are a few lunch options such as Swedish meatballs, hamburgers and hot dogs for the kids. 

Skansen is a great activity for families! Parents can do some Christmas shopping and kids can visit the Children's Zoo with the other parent. However, it's mostly outdoors so make sure you bundle up on a cold day!

There are always some warm fire pits around the main square. A nice place to warm your hands but watch that the kids don't get too close.

If you plan to visit more than once, consider buying a year membership card (årskort). Seniors get a discount on their card. The yearly card can be used for discounts in the park at the restaurant and shops! Here's my previous Blog on Skansen !

Although the Christmas Market season at Skansen ends Dec 23rd, Christmas decorations stay up at the park until early January! 

Happy Holidays and remember don't forget your snacks!

Skansen

Djurgårdsslätten 49-51, 115 21 Stockholm

Check Skansen's opening hours on their site.