Vasa Ship, Stockholm

Name: Vasa Ship
Address: Stockholm, Sweden

#471 among attractions in Stockholm

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Vasa or Wasa is a Swedish warship built between 1626 and 1628. The ship sank after sailing roughly 1,300 m into her maiden voyage on 10 August 1628. She fell into obscurity after most of her valuable bronze cannon were salvaged in the 17th century, until she was located again in the late 1950s in a busy shipping area in Stockholm harbour. The ship was salvaged with a largely intact hull in 1961. She was housed in a temporary museum called Wasavarvet until 1988 and then moved permanently to the Vasa Museum in the Royal National City Park in Stockholm. The ship is one of Sweden's most popular tourist attractions and has been seen by over 35 million visitors since 1961. Since her recovery, Vasa has become a widely recognised symbol of the Swedish Empire. ()

Local name: Regalskeppet Vasa Coordinates: 59°19'40"N, 18°5'28"E

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Östermalm (Djurgården)Stockholm Sweden

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Vasa Ship – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vasa Museum, Nordic Museum, Moderna Museet, Insane.

~120 ftNE
Museum, Maritime museum, Specialty museum
Vasa Museum, Stockholm
1 min walk • The Vasa Museum, located in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, is a maritime museum that houses one of the most impressive and well-preserved 17th-century ships in the world. The Vasa ship, which is the centerpiece of the museum, sank on its maiden voyage in 1628 and was...
~730 ftNE
Museum charting Swedish cultural history
Nordic Museum, Stockholm
4 min walk • The Nordic Museum stands as a cultural beacon in Stockholm, Sweden, dedicated to the preservation and exploration of Swedish cultural heritage and ethnography. This majestic edifice, located on the lush island of Djurgården, is an architectural marvel that echoes the...
~1420 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Moderna Museet, Stockholm
7 min walk • Moderna Museet, located in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, is a beacon of contemporary art and an essential destination for art enthusiasts from around the globe. This museum, nestled on the island of Skeppsholmen, is renowned for its impressive collection of modern...
~1710 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Insane, Stockholm
9 min walk • Insane is one of the most exciting entertainment attractions in Stockholm, located within the Gröna Lund amusement park. This extraordinary facility is a kingdom of adrenaline that attracts both thrill-seekers and those who want to overcome their fears and experience...
~1470 ftSE
Memorabilia and hands-on experiences
ABBA The Museum, Stockholm
8 min walk • ABBA The Museum, located in Stockholm, Sweden, is a vibrant tribute to one of the most iconic pop groups of all time. This interactive exhibition space immerses visitors in the music, history, and cultural impact of ABBA, whose timeless hits continue to resonate with...
~1390 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
ArkDes, Stockholm
7 min walk • ArkDes, located in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, is a hub of inspiration and creativity dedicated to architecture and design. As a national center for these disciplines, ArkDes provides a vibrant space for exhibitions, talks, and research, making it an essential...
~1250 ftE
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Biological museum, Stockholm
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, the Biological Museum offers a unique window into the natural history of Scandinavia. This museum, established in 1893, is an architectural gem designed by the famous Swedish architect Agi Lindegren, fashioned to resemble a...
~1740 ftW
East Asian archaeology and art museum
Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities, Stockholm
9 min walk • The Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities, nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, is a cultural treasure trove dedicated to the history and art of Asia. This prestigious institution, housed in a neoclassical edifice that once served as the Swedish Navy's barracks...
~1880 ftW
Church, Island, Park
Skeppsholmen Church, Stockholm
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, Skeppsholmen Church stands as a beacon of serenity amidst the bustling city. This church, with its neoclassical architecture and pristine white façade, offers a tranquil retreat for both locals and tourists alike.
~1310 ftNE
Bridge
Djurgårdsbron, Stockholm
7 min walk • Djurgårdsbron is a bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden. Designed by Carl Fraenell and built for the Stockholm World's Fair 1897, the present bridge forms a southern extension to the boulevard Narvavägen, thus connecting mainland Östermalm to the island Djurgården.
~1930 ftSE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Vilda Musen, Stockholm
10 min walk • Vilda Musen, "The Wild Mouse", is a roller coaster at Gröna Lund in Stockholm, Sweden. It is the tallest wild mouse roller coaster in the world, as well as one of the fastest.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vasa Ship?

Nearby attractions include Vasa Museum, Stockholm (1 min walk), SS Sankt Erik, Stockholm (2 min walk), Galärvarvskyrkogården, Stockholm (3 min walk), Junibacken, Stockholm (4 min walk).

How to get to Vasa Ship by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vasa Ship:

Bus

Nordiska museet/Vasamuseet • Lines: 67 (5 min walk)
Arkitektur-/Moderna museet • Lines: 65 (7 min walk)

Tram

Nordiska museet/Vasamuseet • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)
Djurgårdsbron • Lines: 7 (8 min walk)

Ferry

Skeppsholmen • Lines: 82 (6 min walk)
Allmänna gränd • Lines: 80, 82 (8 min walk)

Metro

Östermalmstorg • Lines: 13, 14 (19 min walk)
Kungsträdgården • Lines: 10, 11 (19 min walk)

Train

Stockholm City (30 min walk)
Henriksdal (32 min walk)