Step into Swedish maritime history with a guided visit to the iconic Vasa Museum in Stockholm. Skip the ticket line and explore the world’s only preserved 17th-century warship, brought to life through captivating storytelling from an expert guide.
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Uncover the dramatic story of the Vasa, a 17th-century warship that sank on its maiden voyage and lay hidden beneath the sea for over 300 years. This expertly guided tour takes you beyond the surface, revealing tales of royal ambition, naval misjudgment, and a world-class salvage operation—all set in Scandinavia’s most visited museum.
Highlights:
- See the only nearly-intact 17th-century ship ever recovered
- Hear the fascinating history of the Vasa from an expert guide
- Learn about the Swedish Empire and the ship's ill-fated voyage
- View original maps and discover the salvage operation’s secrets
- Benefit from a skip-the-line entry and in-depth storytelling experience
Vasa Museum
Galärvarvsvägen 14, 115 21 Stockholm, Sweden
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Galärvarvsvägen 14, 115 21 Stockholm, Sweden.
Meeting point & Instructions
Meet your guide at the entrance to the Vasa Museum. Look for someone wearing a name tag.
Reviews & Rating
4.9 / 5 (255 reviews)
“Catherine is a very pleasant and knowledgeable guide! She gave us a very complete tour across the entire museum and surely worth the money. Also the story of the Vasa ship is immensely interesting and impressive." Collin, March 2025, Netherlands [Source: GetYourGuide] >> See More Reviews
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