Junibacken

Junibacken is a literary museum on Djurgården island in Stockholm dedicated to Swedish children's literature and stories. The main feature is a train ride through recreated scenes from classic tales, followed by interactive areas where visitors can explore the worlds of these books.

The museum opened in 1996 with support from the Swedish royal family and was designed to celebrate Nordic storytelling traditions from the start. Over the years, it has grown into an important place for introducing children to literature and imaginative play.

Inside, different rooms represent Swedish children's authors through carefully designed spaces where stories come alive through architecture and objects. Visitors walk through settings that feel pulled directly from the books, with furniture and details meant to be touched and explored.

The museum is located on the easily accessible Djurgården island and is accessible to visitors of all abilities, with stairs and elevators throughout the different areas. It is best visited in the morning or early afternoon when it is less crowded, especially on weekends.

The entrance area features lockers designed to look like giant book spines with titles from world literature printed on them. This unexpected art installation sets the tone for the literary experience before visitors enter the main areas.

Location: Stockholm

Inception: June 8, 1996

Founders: Staffan Götestam

Official opening: June 8, 1996

Website: https://junibacken.se

GPS coordinates: 59.32947,18.08909

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04