Java Whiskers Cat Cafe Stockholm

 

Located in downtown Stockholm, the Java Whiskers Cat Cafe is a popular place for those who enjoy the company of cats during their coffee break!

It's no secret that being with animals can be a calming and stress relieving activity. Interacting with animals can be healing therapy for those who like them and who aren't allergic to them. Some of the cats at the Cat Cafe enjoyed playing with the humans too. 

Java Whiskers was the first Cat Cafe to open in Sweden! Cats can learn to socialize with humans visitors which can help them prepare for adoption. 

Kids aged 10 and up are allowed in the cafe but no younger children. This is mentioned on their website and is likely for the safety of the cats.

Being a mom of younger kids, I know how excited they get when they see cats and how they want to chase them around whether or not the cat wants their attention!

However, Java Whiskers now offers a course for kids 6+ to learn how to spend time with the cats. After completing this course, kids are allowed to come into the Cat cafe with a parent 🐈 They just need to bring their Java Whiskers button! The staff were really friendly and my child enjoyed the course! Thank you, Java Whiskers!

There are drop-in spots to visit the Cat cafe but they recommend booking your time to ensure a spot. 

It is possible to add extras to your booking like a little snack package or even a birthday package to celebrate you or a friend! 🎂 

It's always great to support local cafes especially one that helps Cats find their new families. 

The cutest latteart! Delicious too!

On our visit we opted to choose the snacks to have once we arrived at the cafe. Along with different coffee drinks, there were various pastries to try too - there are some nut free options in case of allergies, just check with the staff.

Once you order, you line-up to go in. The staff serves your order in the 'Cat area' so try to choose a place to sit with a table for your snacks.

The cafe has a smaller space than we expected but it makes for a cozy visit. There are still a few different tables so all the human visitors can space themselves out.

The cats have large windows to look out or nap beside which also brings a lot of light into their space. There are plenty of cat toys and some nice high shelves to climb if they prefer to have time away from everyone.

The Cat Cafe staff were friendly and gave a little information session before inviting you in to wash hands and remove your shoes. A few times, staff would come in to play with cats or talk to visitors about the cats. They also fed some of the cats treats.

Not all of the cats wanted to socialize during our visit, so don't expect the cats to come running to you! Remember that these cats may still be getting used to humans. 

Nice to have high spaces for the cats to be on their own! 

There is also a Cat Cafe in Gothenburg, Sweden called Purrfect Cat Cafe. Check out my past blog about visiting the Gothenburg Cat Cafe.

If you ignore the cats, they might get curious and approach you on their own. 

If you are visiting Stockholm and missing your own pets back home or just really like cats but can't have pets, the Java Whiskers Cat Cafe is the perfect place. We had a lovely visit!

And if you are interested in adopting a cat, you can come meet the cats and see if you think any of the kitties could be a good match. Java Whiskers has several cats waiting for adoption. 

Don't forget your snacks!

Java Whiskers

Surbrunnsgatan 48, 113 48 Stockholm, Sweden

Book your visit on their website