Stockholm with a Baby — Activities for Parents on Parental Leave
Updated September 29, 2026
New parent in Stockholm? The city is exceptionally baby-friendly — buses are free with a stroller, most museums have changing facilities, and open preschools (öppen förskola) offer free daily drop-in. Here's everything worth knowing.
392 activities for ages 0–3 — drop-in play groups, baby swimming, adapted playgrounds, libraries, museums and more. 191 are free.
Parks & Playgrounds
58 places
Anders Franzéns park – lekplats
Anders Franzén Park is located in Hammarby Sjöstad and was inaugurated in 2014
Årstabergsparken
Årstabergsparken is a mountain park in the Liljeholmen district, stretching through Årstaberg and Årstadal
Backens parklek
Parkleken Backen is a staffed and pedagogically led playground that offers play, movement, and community year-round
Bandängens parklek
Bandängens parklek is a traditional playground with animals
Erikslunds parklek
Erikslund's accessible playground is located in a natural area in Tensta
Eskilsparkens lekplats – den förtrollade ängen
In Eskilsparken in Handen – the municipality's new city park, there is the themed playground the enchanted meadow
Stroller-friendly walks in Stockholm
6 places
Hågelbyparken
Hågelby Park is a vibrant people's park open to everyone
Tyresta Nationalpark
Tyresta National Park is the largest primeval forest area south of the Dalälven
Stora Skuggans 4H-gård
Stora Skuggans 4H farm is a non-profit children's and youth organization with activities for children, young people,…
Artipelag
Artipelag is an international destination for art, design, food, and events – beautifully located on Värmdö in the…
Långsjöparken
Långsjöparken is a themed playground with a historical theme that celebrates the pioneers and entrepreneurs who shaped…
Eolshälls 4H-gård
We are a non-profit organization for children and youth in Stockholm
Open Preschool (Öppen Förskola)
48 places
Björns trädgårds öppna förskola
Welcome to Björn's garden open preschool located centrally by Medborgarplatsen in Södermalm
Borgmästargatans öppna förskola – Sofia församling
Open preschool in Sofia parish at the corner of Borgmästargatan and Bondegatan, below Sofia Church
Drakens öppna förskola
Welcome to Draken's open preschool located in the beautiful Tantolunden in Södermalm
Duvnäsgatans öppna förskola
Welcome to Duvnäsgatan's open preschool in Södermalm
Farstaängens öppna förskola
Here you can, together with your child aged 0–6 years, be in a safe and educational environment, participate in…
Finska öppna förskolan Stureby
Welcome to the Finnish open preschool
Baby Swimming & Pools
29 places
Actic Mörbybadet
Actic Mörbybadet in Danderyd offers a fun and safe swimming experience for the whole family with a 25-meter pool for…
Actic Sydpoolen
Welcome to Actic Sydpoolen in Södertälje – home to Stockholm's largest adventure pool and an experience for everyone…
Åkeshovs simhall
Åkeshov's swimming hall is a beautiful facility and one of the most appreciated swimming halls in the city of Stockholm
Bro Simhall
At Bro Swimming Hall, you can not only play, splash, and learn to swim, but you can also enjoy the sauna, participate…
Eriksdalsbadet - Äventyrsbad
The adventure pool features a slide, wild river, outdoor swimming pool, and whirlpool
Farsta simhall
Farsta Swimming Hall offers a beautiful view of nature and the lake
Farms & Animals
7 places
Björklunds Hage 4H-gård
Björklunds Hage 4H is a lively and inspiring place for both children and youth in the heart of Norra Ängby, Bromma
Eolshälls 4H-gård
We are a non-profit organization for children and youth in Stockholm
Fjärilshuset Haga Ocean
At Fjärilshuset Haga Ocean, you can experience life below and above the surface
Rosendals Trädgård
Rosendals Trädgård hosts a Harvest Festival with a harvest market, food and drink, self-picking, Herbarium: Harvest…
Siggesta Gård
Siggesta Gård is a place for relaxing hotel weekends, good dinners, and conferences that don't feel like conferences –…
Stora Skuggans 4H-gård
Stora Skuggans 4H farm is a non-profit children's and youth organization with activities for children, young people,…
Museums
39 places
ABBA The Museum
ABBA The Museum is more than a regular museum
Åbergs Museum
Åbergs Museum is located in Bålsta, a short distance outside Stockholm and is a destination for the whole family
ArkDes - Arkitektur och Design
ArkDes is located on the island of Skeppsholmen in the heart of Stockholm
Drottningholms slott
Drottningholm Palace is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site
Ekonomiska Museet
The Economic Museum offers inspiring lectures on topics such as the economy after the election, Sweden's food supply,…
Etnografiska museet
Explore the world through inspiring exhibitions, activities both indoors and outdoors, and creative creation – for all…
Libraries & Storytime
44 places
Alviks bibliotek
The library is located in bright and pleasant premises one floor up at Alvik Square and welcomes all ages
Älvsjö bibliotek
The library is located near Älvsjö commuter train station
Årsta bibliotek
The library is located in Årsta Center, about a ten-minute ride by bus 160 or tram from Gullmarsplan or Liljeholmen
Aspuddens bibliotek
Aspuddens Library is a self-service library located near Aspuddens subway station
Bagarmossens bibliotek
The library is located in the high-rise building at Lagaplan in the heart of the 1950s suburb Bagarmossen
Bibliotekslabbet
The Library Lab is an exploratory project aimed at investigating the possibilities for a new cultural center in…
Theatre & Culture
16 places
Artipelag
Artipelag is an international destination for art, design, food, and events – beautifully located on Värmdö in the…
Barnteater för de allra yngsta
Welcome to a theater experience for the very youngest children
Bebiskul: Ah hallo bebis
Welcome to dance, circus, and theater performances for babies aged 0-2 years in collaboration with Öppna förskolan
Bebiskul: SE Opp
Welcome to dance, circus, and theater performances for babies aged 0-2 years in collaboration with Öppna förskolan
Dockteatern Tittut
For nearly 50 years, Dockteatern Tittut has created engaging and artistically strong performances
Hur låter en tomat?
Two clowns are set to perform a concert, but where are the instruments? All that exists are two bags of fruits and…
Other
151 places
Astrid Lindgrens Värld
Meet Pippi Longstocking, Emil in Lönneberga, and Karlsson on the Roof
Äventyrare sökes! Rollspel på läslovet
Come and play the role-playing game Dragons and Demons
Äventyrsbadet på Fyrishov
At Fyrishov's adventure pool, you can swim, play, splash, and have fun regardless of age
Äventyrsbanan Stockholm
Experience the adventure high up in the treetops and strengthen your team with exciting wilderness and team-building…
Badkalas på Actic Mörbybadet
Host an unforgettable pool party at Mörbybadet
Badkalas på Actic Sydpoolen
Invite to an unforgettable pool party at Stockholm's largest adventure pool
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Frequently Asked Questions
What activities are there for toddlers in Stockholm?
Stockholm offers 392 activities for toddlers aged 0–3, including 191 free options. Highlights: free öppen-förskola drop-in play groups, baby swimming from 3 months, adapted playgrounds with baby swings, and toddler-friendly museums like Junibacken (designed for ages 0–8).
Are toddler activities in Stockholm free?
191 of our 392 toddler-friendly venues are free, including all public libraries (most run weekly toddler storytimes), most parks and playgrounds, and öppen-förskola play groups. Museums are typically free for under-18s.
What is öppen förskola?
Free drop-in play groups for children 0–5 with their parents — no registration needed. Run by Stockholm city in cafés, libraries and community centres. A staple of Swedish parenting culture and a great way to meet other parents.
Where can babies swim in Stockholm?
Several swimming pools offer baby swimming sessions for infants from 3 months old, typically with a parent or caregiver in the water. Eriksdalsbadet, Sturebadet and Centralbadet are popular choices.