Kaknästornet, Stockholm

Name: Kaknästornet
Address: Stockholm, Sweden
Telephone: +46 8 667 21 80

#95 among attractions in Stockholm

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The Kaknäs tower is a telecommunications tower located at Ladugårdsgärdet in Stockholm, Sweden. The tower is a major hub of Swedish television, radio and satellite broadcasts. It was finished in 1967, designed by architect Bengt Lindroos, and the height is 155 metres or 170 metres with the top antenna included. For a few years Kaknästornet was the tallest building in the Nordic countries until Näsinneula was opened in Tampere, Finland in 1971. It was surpassed in 2005 by the Turning Torso in Malmö. The tower is owned by the national Swedish broadcasting company Teracom. Its name comes from the ancient name of the area, Kaknäs. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1967 (57 years ago)Architectural style: BrutalismHeight: 509 ftFloors: 30Coordinates: 59°20'6"N, 18°7'36"E

Address

Östermalm (Gärdet)Stockholm Sweden

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+46 8 667 21 80

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Day trips

Kaknästornet – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Skansen, Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Waldemarsudde, Baltic Sea Science Center.

1 miSW
Open-air museum with farmsteads and a zoo
Skansen, Stockholm
25 min walk • Skansen stands as a remarkable open-air museum and zoo in Stockholm, Sweden, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the country's past. Founded in 1891 by Artur Hazelius, this cultural treasure sprawls across the island of Djurgården and is lauded as the world's...
~1770 ftSW
Museum and library of science and technology
Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Stockholm
9 min walk • The Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, located in the vibrant city of Stockholm, is a haven for curious minds of all ages. This museum is dedicated to showcasing Sweden's rapid technological advancements and promoting a broader understanding of science...
1.1 miS
Art museum in a prince's former palace
Waldemarsudde, Stockholm
29 min walk • Nestled in the scenic Djurgården island of Stockholm, Waldemarsudde emerges as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic splendor. Once the residence of Prince Eugen, a noted art patron and painter, this elegant mansion now serves as a museum, gracing visitors with...
1.1 miSW
Museum
Baltic Sea Science Center
28 min walk • The Baltic Sea Science Center is a beacon of knowledge nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. This museum is dedicated to providing an immersive educational experience focused on the unique marine environment of the Baltic Sea.
1.2 miSW
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Biological museum, Stockholm
30 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...
1.2 miSE
Art museum with Edvard Munch paintings
Thiel Gallery, Stockholm
30 min walk • The Thiel Gallery, nestled in the picturesque Djurgården area of Stockholm, Sweden, is a museum that exudes a unique blend of art, history, and serenity. This former private residence, built in the early 20th century for banker and art patron Ernest Thiel, was...
1.2 miW
Bridge
Djurgårdsbron, Stockholm
31 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.
~1430 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Museum of Ethnography, Stockholm
7 min walk • The Museum of Ethnography, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a Swedish science museum. It houses a collection of about 220,000 items relating to the ethnography, or cultural anthropology, of peoples from around the world, including from China, Korea, South and Southeast Asia, the Pacific region, the Americas and Africa.
0.9 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Peter and St Sigfrid's Church, Stockholm
23 min walk • St Peter and St Sigfrid's Church, often referred to locally as the English Church, is an Anglican church in Stockholm, Sweden.
0.4 miSW
Museum of Sweden's maritime heritage
Maritime Museum, Stockholm
11 min walk • The Maritime Museum in Stockholm, Sweden is a museum for naval history, merchant shipping and shipbuilding. Located in the Gärdet section of the inner-city district Östermalm, the museum offers a panoramic view of the bay Djurgårdsbrunnsviken.
0.5 miSW
19th-century palace with guided tours
Rosendal Palace, Stockholm
14 min walk • Rosendal Palace is a Swedish palace pavilion located on Djurgården, an island in central Stockholm. It was built between 1823 and 1827 for King Karl XIV Johan, the first Bernadotte King of Sweden.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kaknästornet?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Ethnography, Stockholm (7 min walk), Kaknäs IP (8 min walk), Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Stockholm (9 min walk), Gärdet, Stockholm (10 min walk).

How to get to Kaknästornet by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kaknästornet:

Bus

Kaknästornet södra • Lines: 69 (4 min walk)
Kaknäs • Lines: 69 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Frihamnen • Lines: 80 (20 min walk)
Dalénum • Lines: 80 (27 min walk)

Tram

Bellmansro • Lines: 7 (25 min walk)
Waldemarsudde • Lines: 7 (26 min walk)

Metro

Gärdet • Lines: 13 (32 min walk)