Art exhibitions in Stockholm – a guide to art in Stockholm right now

Stockholm has one of the richest offerings of art exhibitions in the Nordics. In a single day you can see international contemporary art, classical painting, photography and design – often within walking distance of each other. This guide helps you find your way around art in Stockholm.

The major museums

Moderna Museet on Skeppsholmen shows modern and contemporary art, and Nationalmuseum on Blasieholmen has painting, sculpture and design spanning several centuries. Fotografiska on Stadsgårdskajen focuses on photography. The museums have both permanent collections and temporary art exhibitions that change several times a year.

Art halls and private museums

Liljevalchs and Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde on Djurgården, Bonniers Konsthall in Vasastan and Thielska Galleriet are examples of institutions known for acclaimed exhibitions. They are often smaller than the major museums, which makes them easy to fit into an afternoon.

The galleries

Stockholm's commercial galleries often show the most current artists, and entry is almost always free. Many are in Östermalm, Vasastan and Södermalm. Exhibitions usually run for a few weeks, so there is almost always something new to see.

How to find the right exhibition

On the front page you can pick a date in the calendar and see which art exhibitions in Stockholm are on that day, filter by type of art and see everything on a map. Each exhibition has directions, a link to SL public transport and an option to save it to your calendar.

Practical tips

- Many galleries are closed on Mondays – museums often stay open late one evening a week. - Always check opening hours on the venue's own website before you go. - Combine a museum with a couple of galleries in the same area.