Sweden — STEM Museums & Science Experiences for Kids & Families

Sweden offers a high-quality, child-centered STEM landscape, where science education is built around hands-on exploration, sustainability, and real-world systems.

Swedish STEM experiences are thoughtfully designed to support curiosity, experimentation, and systems thinking, making the country especially suitable for children aged 4–11.

With strong national institutions located in major cities, Sweden is an excellent destination for families seeking deep, well-structured STEM learning integrated into urban travel and educational stays.

TEKNISKA MUSEET
City: Stockholm 📍 View on map
Type: Science & Technology Museum
Experience: Hands-on + Exploratory
Ages: Best for 5–11

Tekniska museet is Sweden’s national museum of science and technology, offering a wide range of interactive exhibits focused on engineering, innovation, digital technology, and applied science.

Children are encouraged to experiment, build, and explore how technology shapes everyday life, from communication systems to sustainable solutions.
The museum’s open-ended, inquiry-driven approach makes it engaging for both younger children and older learners.

 Official website: https://www.tekniskamuseet.se

 

UNIVERSEUM
City: Gothenburg 📍 View on map
Type: Science Center & Discovery Hub
Experience: Interactive + Immersive
Ages: Best for 4–11

Universeum is one of Scandinavia’s most comprehensive science centers, combining science, nature, and technology in a fully immersive learning environment.

With hands-on science exhibits, ecosystems, and interactive learning zones, Universeum encourages children to explore biology, physics, sustainability, and environmental systems through direct experience.
Its scale and variety make it particularly suitable for extended family visits and multi-age exploration.

 

Official website: https://www.universeum.se

 

If you know a permanent STEM museum or science center in Sweden that should be included, feel free to get in touch at hello@littlebrainsstudio.com

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