STOCKHOLM
City centre rollercoasters, cinnamon buns and messing about in boats are just a few things that make a long weekend in Stockholm so appealing to kids. Katie Bowman Cool to be clever
Not just for older kids, but little ones too – with historic dress-up costumes and play scenes - The Nobel Prize Museum deserves just an hour of your time. That’s all you need to absorb this excellent one-room museum, which celebrates the achievements of past Nobel winners. It’s great souvenir territory too, with a gift shop selling children’s books and educational toys, as well as jewellery made from the same metal as the famous medals. Seek out the story of Malala Yousafzai from Pakistan, the youngest ever winner of the Nobel Peace Prize; the museum displays the scarf she wore when speaking before the United
Gimme, gimme, gimme Even those too young to remember Abba’s first number one hit – Waterloo – which won them Eurovision in 1974 and kickstarted a pop-tastic career, still know the words to Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia. That’s why everyone can’t help but love Abba the Museum. And thanks to high-tech cinema screen montages, costume displays and Abba waxworks, this is an experience for little kids as well as oldies; in fact, you can even sing on stage with Agnetha and Anni-Frid at a virtual concert, and record a hit track in the sound booth. The Abba Museum is next door to Grona Lund theme park (which closes as late as 10pm), so tick them both off on the same day to save time. abbathemuseum.com
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Messing about in boats A boat ride out to explore the Stockholm archipelago is a must-do, as the Swedish flag flaps in the breeze and the bright sunshine warrants sunglasses even in January. Stromma is the city’s shipping company, which sails “Cinderella” boats to the islands May-October. Alight at Grinda, a forested islet, where you can rent a kayak or SUP, go wild swimming, take a hike, or just order a pear cider to sit in the sun and watch the yachts. In winter, Stromma also runs ice-breaker boat trips, exploring the city’s quaysides and inner archipelago; if want to sit outside on deck they provide pelts and blankets to keep you warm. stromma.com
Designer digs Looking like a high-tech HQ or a superhero movie location – all black glass, sleek angles and sharp corners - Hotel Clarion Sign is actually an affordable stay in a brilliantly central location (near the station). The design focus is evident inside too, with pieces of furniture from Scandinavian stars Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen. This place is suited to families in summer thanks to its outdoor rooftop pool (a rarity in Sweden) and in winter because of its cosy lounges with live music and never-ending breakfast buffet. Family Room (2 adults, 2 children) B&B from £193 per night strawberryhotels.com
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