National Library of Sweden, Stockholm

Name: National Library of Sweden
Address: Stockholm, Sweden

#360 among attractions in Stockholm

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Facts and practical information

The National Library of Sweden is Sweden's national library. It collects and preserves all domestic printed and audio-visual materials in Swedish, as well as content with Swedish association published abroad. Being a research library, it also has major collections of literature in other languages. ()

Local name: Kungliga biblioteket Established: 1661 (363 years ago)Coordinates: 59°20'18"N, 18°4'20"E

Address

Östermalm (Stureplan - Lärkstaden)Stockholm Sweden

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Day trips

National Library of Sweden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Biblioteksgatan, Sturecompagniet, NK, Birger Jarlsgatan.

~1350 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Biblioteksgatan, Stockholm
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Biblioteksgatan offers a luxurious shopping experience that caters to those with a taste for high-end fashion and lifestyle brands. This exclusive shopping district is a quintessential part of the city's retail landscape, where...
~660 ftS
Dancing, Nightlife
Sturecompagniet, Stockholm
4 min walk • Stockholm, the vibrant capital of Sweden, boasts a nightlife scene that is both diverse and dynamic. At the heart of this scene is Sturecompagniet, one of the city's most prestigious nightclubs. Situated in the upscale Östermalm district, Sturecompagniet has...
~1980 ftS
Shopping, Department store
NK, Stockholm
10 min walk • Nordiska Kompaniet, commonly referred to as NK, is a touchstone of luxury and style in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. This prestigious department store company has been a staple of Swedish retail since its inception in 1902.
~1750 ftNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Birger Jarlsgatan, Stockholm
9 min walk • Birger Jarlsgatan is one of the most upscale and bustling shopping districts in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. Stretching through some of the city's most prestigious areas, this street is named after the founder of Stockholm, Birger Jarl, and is renowned for its...
~1910 ftSE
Museum with historical military displays
Swedish Army Museum, Stockholm
10 min walk • The Swedish Army Museum, located in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, stands as a testament to the nation's military history. This museum is a vital repository of Sweden's past, providing visitors with a detailed and immersive look at the country's armed forces from the...
~1880 ftS
Collector's 1900s residence and shop
Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm
10 min walk • Hallwyl Museum is a Swedish national museum housed in the historical Hallwyl House in central Stockholm located on 4, Hamngatan facing Berzelii Park.
~1990 ftSE
Art Nouveau architecture, Theater, August Strindberg
Royal Dramatic Theatre, Stockholm
10 min walk • The Royal Dramatic Theatre is Sweden's national stage for "spoken drama", founded in 1788. Around one thousand shows are put on annually on the theatre's eight running stages.
~1910 ftSE
Baroque architecture, Church, Jean de la Vallée
Hedvig Eleonora kyrka, Stockholm
10 min walk • Hedvig Eleonora Church is a church in central Stockholm, Sweden. It is located at Östermalm and belongs to the Church of Sweden and is parish church for Hedvig Eleonora Parish in the Diocese of Stockholm.
~260 ftS
Public park, originally a royal garden
Humlegården, Stockholm
2 min walk • Humlegården is a major park in the district of Östermalm in Stockholm, Sweden. The park borders on Karlavägen in the north, Sturegatan in the east, Humlegårdsgatan in the south and Engelbrektsgatan in the west.
~810 ftS
Square, Neighbourhood
Stureplan, Stockholm
4 min walk • Stureplan is a public square in central Stockholm, between Norrmalm and Östermalm. The square connects the major streets Kungsgatan, Birger Jarlsgatan and Sturegatan.
~1980 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Swedish Museum of Performing Arts, Stockholm
10 min walk • The Swedish Museum of Performing Arts, from 2010 to 2014 known as the Music and Theater Museum, is a museum in Stockholm, Sweden. The museum is dedicated to dance, music and theatre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Library of Sweden?

Nearby attractions include Humlegården, Stockholm (2 min walk), Engelbrektsplan, Stockholm (2 min walk), Teater Brunnsgatan Fyra, Stockholm (3 min walk), Stureplan, Stockholm (4 min walk).

How to get to National Library of Sweden by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of Sweden:

Bus

Humlegården • Lines: 608, 624C, 628C, 680 (2 min walk)
Linnégatan • Lines: 1, 291, 75, 91 (3 min walk)

Metro

Östermalmstorg • Lines: 13, 14 (7 min walk)
Hötorget • Lines: 17, 18, 19 (10 min walk)

Tram

Kungsträdgården • Lines: 7 (10 min walk)
Nybroplan • Lines: 7 (11 min walk)

Ferry

Nybroplan • Lines: 80, Royal Canal Tour (12 min walk)
Nybrokajen • Lines: Grand Canal Cruise, Strömma Canal Tour (13 min walk)

Light rail

Stockholms östra • Lines: 27, 28, 29 (15 min walk)

Train

Stockholm City (17 min walk)
Stockholms central (20 min walk)