In short
- Children under seven travel for free.
- Thorildsplan features 8-bit video game art.
- Discounted youth tickets cost 26 SEK.
In this article
Exploring the Stockholm Tunnelbana with your family is straightforward. The stations provide a climate-controlled environment that works perfectly for a rainy-day activity. You just need to know the ticket rules and which stations capture a child's imagination best.
Do children ride free on the Stockholm Metro?
Children under seven travel for free on the Stockholm Metro.
Older children qualify for the discounted youth fare, which costs 26 SEK for a 75-minute single ticket. You must have a valid ticket before travelling, obtained by tapping a contactless card on an SL ticket post, buying through the SL app, or buying a single-use travelcard in advance. You can pay using a contactless card or the SL app.
Which metro stations are best for kids?
The Blue Line cave stations and the video-game-themed Thorildsplan station are highly engaging for younger travelers.
- Thorildsplan: An outdoor station featuring pixelated tile art inspired by Pac-Man and Space Invaders.
- Solna Centrum: A stark red cave ceiling and green walls depicting a spruce forest.
- Kungsträdgården: A subterranean garden with archaeological replicas and a rare cave-dwelling spider species.
How much does the Stockholm Metro cost for families?
Adult single tickets cost 43 SEK, while discounted youth tickets are 26 SEK.
Each single ticket provides 75 minutes of unlimited travel. If you plan to hop between stations, consider the 24-hour adult travelcard for 180 SEK.
How do you navigate the stations with children?
You walk between platforms and access the underground levels via escalators or inclined lifts.
Keep your family to the right side on escalators so commuting locals can pass on the left. The deep cave stations remain cool year-round, so pack a light jacket or sweater for your children.
Are strollers and e-scooters allowed?
Strollers are permitted, but e-scooters and small electric vehicles are completely banned from the metro system.
Families using strollers can use the lifts to reach the deep underground platforms. Always ensure your phone has enough battery for digital SL tickets before heading down.
Where is the rainbow station in Stockholm?
The giant rainbow painting is located at Stadion station on the Red Line.
This station commemorates the 1912 Stockholm Olympics. The bright rainbow arches across a sky-blue cave ceiling. Have your kids stand directly beneath the arch in the center of the platform for a photo.
Questions travellers ask
Is the metro art tour kid-friendly?
Yes, the colorful cave-like architecture and large-scale installations make it an exciting visual experience for kids. The artwork is indoors and accessible in all weather.
How deep is the Stockholm Metro?
Some stations are very deep, requiring long escalator rides or inclined lifts to reach the platforms. The Blue Line features the most dramatic deep-bedrock architecture.
What is the penalty for not paying on the Stockholm Metro?
Failure to show a valid ticket results in a 1,850 SEK penalty fee plus the cost of the single ticket fare.
