Museum of Modern Art: A canvas of contemporary wonder
Located on tranquil Skeppsholmen Island in central Stockholm, the internationally acclaimed Moderna Museet (Museum of Modern Art) is a landmark destination for modern and contemporary art. Since opening in 1958, it has drawn global audiences with cutting-edge exhibitions, world-class collections, and its stunning waterfront setting.
Step into a world where modern art thrives—featuring iconic paintings, sculptures, installations, photography, and film by both Swedish and international artists.
🎨 Exhibitions and collections
The museum’s dynamic program features rotating exhibitions, artist talks, screenings, workshops, and cultural events. Each visit offers a fresh experience, with a vivid spectrum of contemporary and 20th-century art on display.
Collection highlights
- Modern masters: Works by Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Salvador Dalí, Roy Lichtenstein, and Andy Warhol.
- Photography: Iconic images by Nan Goldin, Cindy Sherman, and Irving Penn.
- Film: A curated selection of both vintage and contemporary cinema.
- Temporary exhibitions: Ever-changing displays spotlighting avant-garde works by Swedish and international artists.
- Family-friendly: Interactive activities designed to engage young visitors and future art lovers.
☕ Café and culinary views
After absorbing the museum’s visual energy, unwind at the café and restaurant overlooking Djurgården and Nybroviken. Enjoy contemporary Swedish cuisine, light meals, or coffee in a serene and artful setting.
📍 Visitor information
- 🕰️ Opening Hours:
- Tuesday–Sunday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Tuesday & Friday: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Monday: Closed
- 📍 Address: Exercisplan 4, 111 49 Stockholm
- 🚶♀️ Getting There: Walk from Kungsträdgården via Skeppsholmsbron or take bus 65 to Moderna Museet.
- 🔍 What to Expect: World-class modern art, photography, cinema, and rotating exhibitions—plus a scenic café and engaging family activities.
- 🎟️ Admission: Entrance fee applies. Children and youth under 18 enter free.
- ☕ Café: Full-service restaurant and café with waterfront views and seasonal menus.
- 🛍️ Shop: A wide range of art books, prints, posters, and Scandinavian design items.
🧭 Nearby attractions
- 🏝️ Skeppsholmen Island: A peaceful haven with historic buildings, walking paths, and art venues.
- 🚢 Vasa Museum: Explore the world’s best-preserved 17th-century warship.
- 🏛️ Nordic Museum: Discover Nordic life, design, and traditions.
- 🦌 Skansen: The world’s first open-air museum, complete with a zoo and historic Swedish buildings.
- ⚔️ Swedish History Museum: Uncover Viking treasures and Sweden’s past.
- 🖼️ Liljevalchs Gallery: Contemporary Swedish art on nearby Djurgården.
- 👑 Royal Palace: Tour the historic royal residence in Gamla Stan.
- 🎨 National Museum: See classic European and Nordic art just across the water.
