ABBA The Museum

ABBA The Museum on Djurgården in Stockholm tells the story of the Swedish pop group through stage costumes, gold records, photographs and other memorabilia. Its interactive displays let you sing in a karaoke booth, mix music and take the stage alongside digital versions of the band. You can also explore a recreation of the Polar recording studio and hear a multilingual audio tour. The museum suits longtime fans and anyone curious about ABBA’s music and career; allow time to join in with the exhibits, not just look around.

ABBA’s story and memorabilia

ABBA The Museum opened in 2013 on Djurgården, the Stockholm island known for its museums and other attractions. The exhibition follows the Swedish group’s story through photographs, videos, personal accounts and objects connected with its music and career.

Look for the members’ concert outfits, album covers, gold records, instruments and other memorabilia. The costumes show the group’s distinctive stage style, while the exhibits give context to the people and music behind it. ABBA’s victory at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974, with “Waterloo,” was a landmark in the group’s rise to international fame.

Interactive exhibits and the Polar studio

Much of the visit is designed for participation. You can try ABBA songs in a karaoke booth, mix music, dance in a music-video-style activity and take the stage alongside digital versions of the four members. Virtual costume experiences let you see yourself in looks inspired by the group’s performance outfits.

A recreation of the Polar recording studio gives you a sense of the setting where ABBA made music. Other displays include recreated rooms connected with the group’s work, including a manager’s office and a music room associated with Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus. The exhibits combine objects and interactive activities, so you can move between learning about the band and joining in.