Barnhusviken, Stockholm

Name: Barnhusviken
Address: Stockholm, Sweden

#446 among attractions in Stockholm

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Barnhusviken is a body of water in central Stockholm, Sweden. Separating the island Kungsholmen from the mainland district Norrmalm north of it, it connects Karlbergssjön to Klara Sjö. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°20'6"N, 18°2'41"E

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Kungsholmen (Kungsholm)Stockholm Sweden

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

Nearby attractions include: Västermalmsgallerian, Kungsholm Church, Kungsbron, Strindberg Museum.

0.4 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Västermalmsgallerian, Stockholm
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Stockholm's vibrant Kungsholmen district, Västermalmsgallerian stands as a modern testament to the Swedish flair for design and convenience in urban shopping experiences. This contemporary shopping centre, with its sleek architecture...
0.5 miS
Baroque architecture, Church
Kungsholm Church, Stockholm
12 min walk • Kungsholm Church or Ulrika Eleonora Church is a church building at Bergsgatan on the island of Kungsholmen in Stockholm, Sweden. Belonging to the Västermalm Parish of the Church of Sweden, the church was inaugurated on 2 December 1688.
~1540 ftSE
Bridge
Kungsbron, Stockholm
8 min walk • Kungsbron is a double bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden. Stretching over Klara Sjö, it connects Norrmalm to Kungsholmen.
0.5 miNE
Museum, History museum, August Strindberg
Strindberg Museum, Stockholm
13 min walk • The Strindberg Museum is a museum in Stockholm, Sweden. It is dedicated to the writer August Strindberg and located in his last dwelling. The site is in the building he nicknamed "Blå tornet" at Drottninggatan 85 on the corner of Drottninggatan and Tegnérgatan in the borough of Norrmalm in central Stockholm.
~1270 ftSW
Neighbourhood
Kungsholmen, Stockholm
7 min walk • Kungsholmen is a borough in central Stockholm, Sweden. It is named after the dominating district and island in the borough. Except Kungsholmen there are six districts in the borough: Fredhäll, Kristineberg, Lilla Essingen, Marieberg, Stadshagen and Stora Essingen.
0.5 miSE
Canal
Klara Sjö, Stockholm
13 min walk • Klara Sjö is a canal in central Stockholm, Sweden. Separating the island Kungsholmen from the northern city district Norrmalm, the canal connects Barnhusviken to Riddarfjärden.
~1650 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Sven-Harrys konstmuseum, Stockholm
8 min walk • Sven-Harry's Art Museum is an art museum in Stockholm, Sweden, founded by builder Sven-Harry Karlsson. It is housed in a multi-purpose building alongside an art gallery, museum shop, apartments, and businesses.
0.4 miNE
Park, August Strindberg, Hotel
Tegnérlunden, Stockholm
12 min walk • Tegnérlunden is a park at the border of city districts Norrmalm and Vasastan in central Stockholm, Sweden.
0.4 miN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Jewish Museum, Stockholm
12 min walk • The Jewish Museum in Stockholm, Sweden, is devoted to objects and environments related to Jewish religion, tradition, and history, particularly in connection to Judaism in Sweden.
~430 ftE
Bridge
Barnhusbron, Stockholm
3 min walk • Barnhusbron is a bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden. Passing over Barnhusviken, it connects Kungsholmen to Norrmalm. It is 23 metres wide and 290 metres long with a maximum span of 64.5 metres.
0.4 miNW
Bridge
Sankt Eriksbron, Stockholm
10 min walk • Sankt Eriksbron is a bridge in central Stockholm, Sweden. Passing over Barnhusviken it connects Kungsholmen to Norrmalm. The present construction was inaugurated in 1937. Neighbouring bridges are: Kungsbron, Barnhusbron, Stadshusbron, Klarabergsviadukten, and Ekelundsbron.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Barnhusviken?

Nearby attractions include Barnhusbron, Stockholm (3 min walk), Bonniers konsthall, Stockholm (5 min walk), Kungsholmen, Stockholm (7 min walk), Kungsbron, Stockholm (8 min walk).

How to get to Barnhusviken by public transport?

The nearest stations to Barnhusviken:

Bus

Scheelegatan • Lines: 1, 196, 197, 198, 65, 91 (5 min walk)
Fleminggatan • Lines: 61 (5 min walk)

Metro

Rådhuset • Lines: 10, 11 (9 min walk)
Sankt Eriksplan • Lines: 17, 18, 19 (12 min walk)

Train

Stockholms central (15 min walk)
Stockholm City (14 min walk)

Tram

T-Centralen • Lines: 7 (17 min walk)
Kungsträdgården • Lines: 7 (24 min walk)

Ferry

Klara Mälarstrand • Lines: 89 (18 min walk)
Riddarholmen • Lines: Båt (25 min walk)

Light rail

Stockholms östra • Lines: 27, 28, 29 (31 min walk)