Vasamuseet, A 17th-century shipwreck brought back to life

Galärvarvsvägen 14, Djurgården, Stockholm

A unique museum

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Introduction

Vasa is an ancient warship that was built by King Gustav II Adolf of Sweden in 1625. Originally a single-deck gunboat, the King ordered it to be reconstructed as a double-decker gunboat when he learned that Sweden's enemy, Denmark, had one. Despite the less-than-ideal technology of the time, the King proceeded with the reconstruction. Unfortunately, the ship sunk within minutes of its maiden voyage in 1628. It was not until 1961 that the warship was salvaged. After decades of restoration, Vasa's hull has been perfectly restored, and the sculpture art on the ship is also very beautiful, attracting many tourists to visit.

Address

Galärvarvsvägen 14, Djurgården, Stockholm

Opening hours

Winter season from September to May of the following year, open from 10:00 to 17:00 every day except Wednesdays (10:00-20:00). Summer season from June to August, open daily from 8:30 to 18:00. Closed on December 31st (10:00-15:00), January 1st, December 23rd-25th.

Transportation

Take bus 44 and get off at Nordiska museet/Vasa stop. Take tram 7 (recommended antique tram) and get off at Nordiska museet/Vasa stop. Or take the ferry from Slussen to Djurgården stop, turn left for 500 meters (recommended ferry option for enjoying the scenery along the way).

Phone +46-8-51954800

Website http://www.vasamuseet.se