This is the nation's finest repository of Swedish -- especially Viking-era -- relics; many were unearthed from ancient burial sites. The collection of artifacts dates from prehistoric to medieval times and includes Viking stone inscriptions and coins minted in the 10th century. In 1994, in the presence of King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia, a Gold Room was inaugurated. It features Viking silver and gold jewelry, large ornate charms, elaborate bracelet designs found nowhere else in the world, and a unique neck collar from Färjestaden. The valuable treasury is underground, along long corridors and behind solid security doors.

Open Hours

Sept-May Tues-Wed and Fri-Sun 11am-5pm, Thurs 11am-8pm; June-Aug daily 11am-5pm 
  
Transportation

T-bana: Karlaplan or Östermalmstorg. Bus: 47 or 69  
  
Prices Admission

60SEK ($7.80) adults, 50SEK ($6.50) seniors, 30SEK ($3.90) students, free for children under 15, 140SEK ($18) family