The Naval Museum in Karlskrona by the water at sunset, with warm light reflecting in the large glass windows and a lighthouse in the background.
Photo: ©Stefan Andersson

Welcome to the Naval Museum!

Explore the 500-year history of Sweden’s naval defense at the Naval Museum in Karlskrona.

Opening hours

Tuesday–Sunday
10.00–16.00
Wednesday
10.00–19.00
All opening hours

Admission

Adult
95 SEK
Children (0–18 years)
Free
Free admission on Wednesdays
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A person wearing glasses sits inside a submarine, illuminated by blue light, looking up at the ceiling through a round metal hatch. Photo: ©Emil Andersson

Exhibitions

The Naval Museum’s exhibitions tell the story of the Swedish naval defence in various ways — past, present, and future.

Read more about the exhibitions
Two children sit at a table in the Naval Museum, learning to tie knots while smiling and concentrating in front of wooden boards showing different knot types. Photo: ©Jonatan Rennemark

Family Guide

The Naval Museum offers exciting experiences for the whole family, where children can explore the history of the Swedish naval defence through play and creativity. Tie knots, row a gun sloop, and discover a real shipwreck!

Read more about the Family Guide

Your visit

  • A family walks through the entrance hall at the Naval Museum with a figurehead in the background.

    Plan your visit

    Here you’ll find some practical information to help you prepare for your visit.

  • A plate of potatoes and salmon in creamy sauce, topped with shrimp, lime wedges, and fresh herbs from the restaurant at the Naval Museum.

    Restaurant

    The restaurant serves a lunch and salad buffet with daily specials.

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  • A stack of old books with two open books in front.

    The Library

    The Naval Museum Library is a specialised library that houses many unique books on Swedish naval history from the 16th century to the present day.