The Nobel Prize Museum (Nobelprismuseet) on Stortorget in Gamla Stan covers the history of the Nobel Prize, individual laureates, and the global impact of Nobel-recognized work in Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, Peace, and Economic Sciences. Located in the historic 1773 building of the former Stock Exchange (Börshuset), the museum has free admission to most exhibits. This Nobel Prize Museum guide covers tickets, opening hours, what to see, and recommendations for first-time visitors and Nobel-history enthusiasts.
Nobel Prize Museum essentials
Address: Stortorget 2, 111 29 Stockholm (Gamla Stan).
Hours: Daily varies by season — typically 10:00–18:00 (extended on Tuesday until 20:00); closed January 1, December 24, 25.
Tickets: 130 SEK adult; 100 SEK student/senior; 60 SEK child (7–18); free under 7.
Stockholm Pass / Go City: Nobel Prize Museum included.
Time needed: 1.5–2.5 hours.
Best time to visit: Weekday mornings or Tuesday evenings.
What you’ll see at the Nobel Prize Museum
The Nobel Prize laureates
Comprehensive coverage of all Nobel Prize laureates from 1901 to present. Personal items, lab equipment, manuscripts, and personal stories from many of the most-impactful Nobel winners.
Notable laureates featured:
Marie Curie: Physics 1903 and Chemistry 1911 — two-time Nobel winner. Personal items and laboratory equipment.
Albert Einstein: Physics 1921. Personal effects.
Niels Bohr: Physics 1922.
Mother Teresa: Peace 1979. Personal items.
Nelson Mandela: Peace 1993. Personal items.
Malala Yousafzai: Peace 2014. Personal items.
Bob Dylan: Literature 2016 — controversial selection covered with context.
Ernest Hemingway: Literature 1954.
Toni Morrison: Literature 1993.
The Nobel Prize history
Alfred Nobel’s life, his invention of dynamite, his will and the establishment of the Nobel Prize categories. Photos, manuscripts, and personal items from Nobel himself.
The Nobel Prize ceremony
Recreations of the Nobel Prize ceremony, banquet at Stockholm City Hall, and Royal Family-attended celebrations.
The Nobel Banquet replicas
Replicas of china, glassware, and table settings from past Nobel Banquets. The Nobel Banquet table service rotates each year.
Special exhibitions
Major temporary exhibitions on specific Nobel topics — recent shows on Marie Curie, the chemistry of life, and individual laureates.
Bistro Nobel
The museum café serves Nobel-themed menu including replicas of past Nobel Banquet dishes.
How to get to the Nobel Prize Museum
By foot
Located at Stortorget in Gamla Stan. 5-minute walk from Royal Palace. 15-minute walk from Stockholm Central.
By metro
Gamla Stan metro (green line) — 3-minute walk.
By bus
Multiple SL bus lines stop nearby in Gamla Stan area.
By ferry
Skeppsbron ferry stop is 5-minute walk away. Boats from Djurgården, Skeppsholmen.
Nobel Prize Museum tickets and passes
Standard adult: 130 SEK.
Student/senior: 100 SEK.
Child (7–18): 60 SEK.
Under 7: Free.
Family ticket: 350 SEK.
Stockholm Pass / Go City: Nobel Prize Museum included.
Audio guide: Available in multiple languages, included in admission.
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings: Smallest crowds.
Tuesday evening: Extended hours until 20:00. Smaller crowds.
Avoid: Saturday and Sunday afternoons (busiest); cruise-ship arrival days.
Around Nobel Prize Day (December 10): Special programming and ceremonies. Larger crowds but unique atmosphere.
Top exhibits to see
Alfred Nobel’s will: Original copy of the will that established the Nobel Prize.
Marie Curie’s notebook: Two-time Nobel laureate’s research materials.
Nobel Prize medals: Replicas of the Nobel Prize medals across all categories.
Banquet china: Royal porcelain used at past Nobel Banquets.
Nobel diploma collection: Hand-illustrated diplomas given to laureates.
Bob Dylan section: Coverage of the controversial 2016 Literature prize, including Dylan’s actual prize medal and diploma.
Modern laureate technology: Recent Physics and Medicine laureates’ research tools.
Nobel Prize Museum tips and tricks
Allow 2 hours: 1.5 hours minimum; 2.5 hours for full visit including special exhibitions.
Audio guide essential: Free with admission; provides depth on individual laureates.
Bistro Nobel: Lunch with Nobel Banquet menu replicas. Worth booking.
Combine with Royal Palace: 5-minute walk away. Both Stockholm essentials.
Combine with Old Town: Stortorget location. Storkyrkan, Royal Palace, Old Town walking all walking-distance.
Photography: Allowed for personal use; no flash.
Accessibility: Full wheelchair accessibility. Lifts to all floors.
Family-friendly: Strong children’s audio content; family-focused exhibitions.
Combining Nobel Prize Museum with other Old Town visits
Nobel Prize Museum + Royal Palace
5-minute walk apart. Royal Palace at Slottsbacken; Nobel Prize Museum at Stortorget. Both Stockholm essentials.
Nobel Prize Museum + Stortorget Christmas Market
December visits combine with Christmas Market on Stortorget square.
Nobel Prize Museum + Storkyrkan
2-minute walk to Stockholm Cathedral.
Nobel Prize Museum + Old Town walking
Stortorget is heart of Gamla Stan. 1–2 hours additional time for cobblestone alleys, medieval buildings, restaurants.
Nobel Prize Museum café and shop
Bistro Nobel: Restaurant serving Nobel Banquet menu replicas. Mid-range pricing.
Nobel Prize Museum Shop: Books, gifts, replicas of Nobel medals and diplomas.
Nobel Prize categories explained
Physics: First awarded 1901 to Wilhelm Röntgen.
Chemistry: First awarded 1901 to Jacobus van ‘t Hoff.
Physiology or Medicine: First awarded 1901 to Emil von Behring.
Literature: First awarded 1901 to Sully Prudhomme.
Peace: First awarded 1901 to Henry Dunant and Frédéric Passy.
Economic Sciences: Added 1968 in Memory of Alfred Nobel by the Swedish Central Bank. First awarded 1969.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Nobel Prize Museum cost?
130 SEK adult; 100 SEK student/senior; 60 SEK child (7–18); free under 7. Family ticket 350 SEK. Stockholm Pass and Go City both include entry.
What are the Nobel Prize Museum opening hours?
Daily 10:00–18:00 (extended on Tuesday until 20:00); closed January 1, December 24, 25. Hours vary by season; check website.
Is the Nobel Prize Museum worth visiting?
Yes — covers Nobel Prize history, individual laureates with personal items, and the cultural impact of Nobel-recognized work. Located in historic 1773 Stock Exchange building on Stortorget. Strong educational content.
How long do you need at the Nobel Prize Museum?
1.5–2.5 hours. 1.5 hours for highlights tour; 2.5 hours for thorough visit including special exhibitions.
Where is the Nobel Prize Museum?
At Stortorget 2 in Gamla Stan (Stockholm’s Old Town). 5-minute walk from Royal Palace. 3-minute walk from Gamla Stan metro (green line).
Where is the Nobel Prize ceremony held?
The ceremony is at Stockholm Concert Hall. The Nobel Banquet (after the ceremony) is at Stockholm City Hall. Some events are at the Royal Palace. The Nobel Prize Museum covers all these locations through exhibitions.
When is the Nobel Prize ceremony?
December 10 each year — the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death. Stockholm hosts ceremony for Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, and Economic Sciences. The Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo.
Is the Nobel Prize Museum included in the Stockholm Pass?
Yes — both Stockholm Pass and Go City Stockholm include Nobel Prize Museum entry.
What’s the best time to visit the Nobel Prize Museum?
Weekday mornings or Tuesday evening (extended hours until 20:00). Avoid weekend afternoons.
Can you eat at the Nobel Prize Museum?
Yes — Bistro Nobel restaurant serves Nobel Banquet menu replicas. Mid-range pricing. Worth booking ahead.
For all Stockholm museums, see our Stockholm museums guide. For Old Town, see Gamla Stan guide.
