ABBA The Museum is the official interactive museum of Sweden's legendary pop group ABBA (Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid), located on Djurgården island in Stockholm and opened in May 2013. It is famous for the band's global hits such as 'Dancing Queen', 'Mamma Mia' and 'Waterloo', their glittering stage costumes, and a faithful recreation of the Polar Studios where they recorded. Rather than a look-only exhibition, its whole concept is participation — you sing on stage and perform alongside holographic versions of the members. As of 2026 it remains a permanent attraction and, paired with the nearby ABBA Voyage avatar concert, forms a popular ABBA pilgrimage, so advance booking is effectively essential in the summer high season.
The 'Fifth Member' stage — sing and dance on stage with avatars of the four members and keep your own performance video, the museum's signature experience
The recreated Polar Studios and 'Benny's Piano', a self-playing piano linked to the real instrument in Benny's home that plays live whenever he does
The 1974 Eurovision-winning 'Waterloo' set and the collection of original glittering stage costumes
The 'Folkpark' recreation of the place where the four members first met, and the story of their pre-fame years
Hands-on interactive corners such as 'The Audition' karaoke and the ABBA Quiz, plus the museum's own cinema
Good to know
RulesEntry is by timed ticket in 30-minute slots, so pre-book on the official website. Summer and weekend slots sell out quickly and walk-up tickets are rarely available.
CautionBuy tickets only from the official site (abbathemuseum.com). Third-party resellers near the top of search results may charge more or offer mismatched times. Bookings can be cancelled and refunded up to 24 hours before the slot.
SeasonFrom June to August Sweden's 'white nights' keep it light late into the evening and tourist numbers peak. Summer hours extend to roughly 9am–8pm, so aim for early morning or evening and avoid the busy 10am–3pm window.
MannersSweden is almost entirely card- and contactless-based, and many places no longer accept cash. Bring an internationally accepted card; tipping is not expected, so there is no need to tip.
SafetyStay alert to pickpockets around the Djurgården and Gröna Lund amusement-park area and on crowded trams and ferries. Wear bags to the front and keep zips closed.
RulesFlash photography is not allowed inside the exhibitions (photos without flash are fine), and large luggage is not permitted. A small number of free lockers exist but cannot store big suitcases.
Practical info
The museum sits on Djurgården island, reached by Tram 7 or Bus 67 (stop Liljevalchs/Gröna Lund) or by the Djurgården ferry (get off at Allmänna Gränd; included with an SL travelcard). The address is Djurgårdsvägen 68. Opening hours vary by season (roughly 9am–8pm in summer, 10am–6pm in winter) and are reduced on public holidays such as Christmas, so always confirm the latest hours, prices and booking on the official website before you go.
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