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Skansen
Skansen Review
The world's first open-air museum, Skansen was founded in 1891 by philologist and ethnographer Artur Hazelius, who is buried here. Drawing from all parts of the country, he preserved examples of traditional Swedish architecture, including farmhouses, windmills, barns, a working glassblower's hut, and churches. Not only is Skansen a delightful trip out of time in the center of a modern city, but it also provides insight into the life and culture of Sweden's various regions. In addition, the park has a zoo, carnival area, aquarium, theater, and cafés.
- Address: Djurgårdsslätten 49-51, Djurgården, Stockholm, 115 93 | Map It
- Phone: 08/4428000
- Cost: Park and zoo: Jan.--Apr. SKr 70, May and Sept. SKr 90, June--Aug. SKr 110. Aquarium SKr 100.
- Hours: Nov.--Feb., weekdays 10--3, weekends 10-4; Mar., Apr., and Oct., daily 10--4; May--June 19, daily 10--8; June 20--Aug. 10--8; Sept., daily 10--8.
- Website: www.skansen.se
- Location: Djurgården and Skansen
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