The Zoo
In the park, you can experience and learn about wild Nordic animals, traditional Swedish livestock breeds, domestic animals and life beneath the surface of the Baltic Sea. You will also learn how you can help support biodiversity and how we work to ensure the animals’ well-being.
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At Skansen, you can meet Nordic wild animals and traditional Swedish domestic animals in environments that show how animals and people have lived together. You will learn more about the animals’ habitats and needs, as well as how Skansen works with animal welfare and biodiversity.
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Go beneath the surface at the Baltic Sea Science Center and meet the animals that live in the Baltic Sea. Explore aquariums and exhibitions about the sea, the environment and the challenges facing the Baltic Sea, in a way that suits both children and adults.
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At the Skansen Aquarium, you can experience everything from monkeys, fish and crocodiles to scorpions, parrots and frogs. Get close to the animals and learn more about species from different parts of the world in an exciting and varied environment.
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The children’s favorite! Here you will find play areas, the homes of our smallest animals and the exquisite pacifier machine. A fun place where all children can get to know animals and nature all year round.
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Every day, you can meet our knowledgeable zookeepers who will share exciting and fun facts about our animals. Learn more about their behaviors, what they eat, and how we care for them at Skansen. Perfect for the whole family! Come and experience the animals up close.
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Make your visit to Stockholm unforgettable with Morning with the Animals – a unique guided tour at Skansen. Join our expert keepers for an up-close experience with Nordic wildlife and learn about their habitats, behaviors, and Skansen’s efforts in conservation. Perfect for all ages.
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Lill-Skansen is the children’s own zoo. It’s home to our smallest animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, and rats, as well as miniature pigs, snakes, and parakeets.
Help the zookeepers at Lill-Skansen feed and care for the animals before we open. A thrilling, cozy, and truly special moment.
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Arctic foxes, forest reindeer and other threatened species – at Skansen, long-term efforts are underway to protect biodiversity. Through national and international conservation programmes, the zoo contributes to securing a future for species and their habitats.
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To ensure our animals' well-being, we always consider the individual needs of each species and animal. Through solid knowledge, experience, and understanding of the biology and behavior of the species, we can create the best conditions for our animals to thrive and express their natural behaviors.