By Ashleigh Howarth

When it comes to pop history, few bands make the world want to sing Thank You for the Music quite like ABBA.

Since wowing the world with Waterloo at the Eurovision Song Contest 1974, the Swedish supergroup has delivered countless timeless hits from Dancing Queen to SOS, Fernando and Does Your Mother Know - creating a soundtrack that still fills dance floors decades later.

Whether you’ve loved their music for years or discovered it through the hit film and stage musical, here are five reasons why ABBA The Museum is a must-visit attraction and the ultimate trip down memory lane for fans visiting Stockholm.

Explore a treasure trove of ABBA memorabilia

Plan to spend a few hours exploring the museum because there’s so much to see and learn about Björn, Benny, Frida and Agnetha - from their childhoods to global superstardom.

The museum features interactive exhibits and recreated environments that show how the band met, formed, and rose to fame. Walls and display cabinets are also packed with memorabilia including iconic stage costumes like the 1974 Waterloo outfits and Japanese tour kimonos, as well as instruments and microphones, album covers, gold records, handwritten notes, fan letters, photographs and more, offering a fascinating glimpse into ABBA’s life and legacy.

Hear ABBA share the stories behind their songs

Go behind the scenes and uncover the stories behind some of the world’s most iconic pop songs straight from the artists themselves.

Using the museum’s audio guide, visitors can listen to ABBA share memories, insights and personal anecdotes from their incredible career. Simply scan the QR codes throughout the exhibits with your phone and enjoy the band’s commentary as you explore at your own pace.

The museum is also packed with audiovisual content, including interviews and music clips that will stop you in your tracks, or you can book a guided tour.

There’s a chance you can talk to a band member

Keep an eye out for the famous red phone inside ABBA The Museum - it may Ring Ring at any moment, and if you’re lucky, you could end up speaking directly with a member of ABBA.

Live out your pop star fantasy

Ever dreamt of becoming the fifth member of ABBA? It’s ok to answer with I do, I do, I do, I do, I do.

Here, you can bop along to your favourite hits at the silent disco, record your own performance at ABBA karaoke, or take the ultimate leap onto the virtual stage to perform alongside holograms of the band.

Test your knowledge with ABBA trivia

Think you know everything about ABBA? Step up to the interactive ABBA trivia quiz and see if you have what it takes because here, The Winner Takes It All!

Challenge yourself with questions like which band member wasn’t born in Sweden, the name of their debut album, and which song didn’t feature in the smash hit movie Mamma Mia.

Important info

Whether you’re a huge fan or a casual listener, release your inner Super Trouper by adding ABBA The Museum to your Swedish itinerary.

It’s a fun, immersive experience that blends music history, pop culture and interactive entertainment - making it one of the most entertaining attractions in Stockholm.

Tickets: $38–$51 for adults, $33–$42 for seniors and students, $15–$18 for children 7–15. Children six and under are free. Ticket price varies due to time period.
Student tickets require a valid student ID from any country.
It is recommended you pre-purchase your tickets online for the best price and to secure your preferred time slot.
Card-only venue.
No food or drinks inside, but the Visitors Bistro is at entrance level.
Getting there: Accessible by local buses, trams, and ferries.
Tickets: Scan the QR code from your smartphone - no printing required.
Photography: Allowed throughout the museum; flash photography is prohibited.

For more information, visit the website.

This blog was written following my personal visit to ABBA The Museum. All entry fees were paid by me, and all photos included are my own.

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! A day at ABBA The Museum in Stockholm