Gärdet, Stockholm

Name: Gärdet
Address: Stockholm, Sweden

#339 among attractions in Stockholm

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Gärdet is a part of Stockholm, east and northeast of Östermalm. Its official name is Ladugårdsgärdet. It is renowned for its large number of modernist apartments. Gärdet is one of the largest residential districts built in Stockholm during the 1930s, built from 1929 until around 1950, and houses about 10,000 people. The district includes a vast open space used for recreational purposes; the name Gärdet often refers to this area specifically. During the summer semester, there are several different events on "the field" such as circus, music and sports and more. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°20'25"N, 18°7'22"E

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Östermalm (Gärdet)Stockholm Sweden

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

Nearby attractions include: Skansen, Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Swedish History Museum, Djurgårdsbron.

1.1 miSW
Open-air museum with farmsteads and a zoo
Skansen, Stockholm
29 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...
0.6 miS
Museum and library of science and technology
Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Stockholm
15 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...
1.2 miW
Artifacts from prehistory onwards and shop
Swedish History Museum, Stockholm
31 min walk • The Swedish History Museum, nestled in the heart of Stockholm, serves as an eminent guardian of Sweden's rich and storied past. Established to bring centuries of Swedish history to life, this museum is a treasure trove for history buffs and casual visitors alike.
1.2 miSW
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.
0.5 miS
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Museum of Ethnography, Stockholm
14 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 miSW
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.
0.6 miSW
Museum of Sweden's maritime heritage
Maritime Museum, Stockholm
15 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.
0.8 miS
19th-century palace with guided tours
Rosendal Palace, Stockholm
21 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.
1.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Isbladskärret, Stockholm
31 min walk • Isbladskärret is a small lake on Djurgården, an island in central Stockholm, Sweden. The lake is much appreciated among bird-watchers, and, being part of the Royal National City Park, also carefully monitored by several organizations, including the World Wide Fund for Nature.
0.4 miS
TV tower with a viewing deck and dining
Kaknästornet, Stockholm
10 min walk • 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.
0.9 miS
Park, Garden, Cafe
Rosendals Trädgård, Stockholm
24 min walk • Rosendals Trädgård is a garden open to the public situated on Djurgården, west of Rosendal Palace, in the central part of Stockholm, Sweden. Today, Rosendals Trädgård is open to public visitors in order to let visitors experience nature and to demonstrate different cultural effects on gardening through history.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gärdet?

Nearby attractions include Lilla Värtan, Stockholm (7 min walk), Kaknästornet, Stockholm (10 min walk), Kaknäs IP (14 min walk), Museum of Ethnography, Stockholm (14 min walk).

How to get to Gärdet by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gärdet:

Bus

Frihamnen • Lines: 1, 76, 91 (5 min walk)
Frihamnens färjeterminal • Lines: 76 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Frihamnen • Lines: 80 (13 min walk)
Värtahamnen, Stockholm • Lines: Silja Line, Tallink (23 min walk)

Metro

Gärdet • Lines: 13 (24 min walk)
Karlaplan • Lines: 13 (28 min walk)

Tram

Larsberg • Lines: 21 (28 min walk)
Bodal • Lines: 21 (28 min walk)