Christmas Julbord at Djurgården 2025

The holiday season is just around the corner – and with it comes one of Sweden’s most beloved traditions: the Julbord! 

As winter settles over Stockholm and Djurgården sparkles with festive lights and the scent of glögg, the island’s restaurants invite you to enjoy a true Swedish Christmas feast. From timeless classics to modern interpretations, each Julbord captures the warmth, flavor, and joy of the season. 

Christmas at Djurgården is not only cozy – it’s delicious. Below you’ll find a list of restaurants around the island offering special Julbord experiences in 2025. 

Rosendals Trädgård – A Julbord with Love for Food, Produce & the Earth 

Dates: November 28 – December 20, 2025 (Tuesday–Sunday)
Enjoy a Christmas buffet in the heart of the garden, with a focus on sustainability and seasonal ingredients.
Read more and book here 

Restaurant at Tekniska – Christmas Dining for Companies and Groups 

A classic Swedish Julbord served in an untraditional, creative setting. Perfect for corporate events or larger gatherings. Read more and book here 

Spritmuseum – Tradition, Taste, and a Touch of Spirit 

Dates: November 27 – December 21, 2025
A traditional Julbord served in a non-traditional way, deeply rooted in Swedish food and drink heritage.
Read more and book here 

Blå Porten – A Classic Julbord in Historic Surroundings 

Dates: November 17 – December 24, 2025
Experience Blå Porten’s beloved Christmas buffet in a beautiful early 1900s setting. Gather friends, family, or colleagues and enjoy a truly memorable meal.
Read more and book here 

The Vasa Museum Restaurant – A Christmas Feast in the Spirit of Vasa 

Dates: November 22 – December 21, 2025
Carefully selected ingredients and classic Swedish flavors come together in this festive menu crafted by Head Chef Niklas Erneberg and his talented team.
Read more and book here 

Restaurant Eld – Wild Flavors and Sustainable Cooking 

Dates: November 29 – December 21 (Saturdays & Sundays, seatings at 13:00 and 19:00)
At Eld, everything is made from scratch using Swedish ingredients. Game and sustainability are at the heart of this year’s Julbord. 

Read more and book here 

Skansen – A Winter Celebration in a Historic Setting 

Dates: Wednesday–Sunday, November 26 – December 21, 2025
Skansen’s Christmas buffet brings together craftsmanship, tradition, and festive atmosphere in one of Stockholm’s most iconic locations.
Read more and book here 

Flickorna Helin – Classic, Vegan & Multicultural Christmas Buffets 

At Flickorna Helin in Skånska Gruvan, you’ll find something for everyone – from traditional dishes to fully vegan and multicultural options.
Read more and book here 

Skroten Café & Skeppshandel – Nautical Christmas Charm 

Dates: December 10–14, 2025
A cozy and maritime-inspired Julbord in the heart of Djurgården’s harbor area. See their full menu and booking options online. 

Read more and book here 

Restaurant 1897 – Christmas Spirit by the Canal 

Looking for a central and atmospheric setting for your holiday celebration? Restaurant 1897, located by the Djurgården Canal, offers warmth, tradition, and great food for companies and groups alike.
Read more and book here 

Hasselbacken – A True Djurgården Classic 

Dates: All of December until Christmas Eve
Hasselbacken’s traditional Julbord is served throughout December, with a variety of packages and options to choose from.
Read more and book here 

Tyrol – A Legendary Julbord at Gröna Lund 

One of Sweden’s most famous Christmas buffets, inspired by the flavors of the northern wilderness and prepared with top-quality ingredients. 

Read more and book here 

Villa Godthem – Classic Christmas Dining 

Traditional Swedish Christmas dishes, lovingly prepared from time-honored recipes in one of Djurgården’s most iconic venues.
Read more and book here 

Slipen  – Scandinavian Christmas by the Water 

Dates: December 1–21, 2025 (Monday–Saturday)
Savor the flavors of Christmas in a warm, stylish setting by the water.
Read more and book here 

Wärdshuset Ulla Winbladh – A Julbord Elevated to Art 

Starts: Mid-November 2025
At Ulla Winbladh, the Christmas buffet is an art form – classic, refined, and full of festive flavors.
Read more and book here 

A Christmas Tradition to Cherish 

Whether you’re planning a cozy family gathering, a festive evening with friends, or an elegant company celebration – Djurgården offers a Julbord experience for every taste. Come and enjoy the magic of Christmas on the island where tradition meets flavor. 

Shop EVERYTHING you need at Djurgården

Here at Royal Djurgården there are several stores and local shops where you can find almost anything. Maybe you need to buy a SL-card for the tram or the bus, or perhaps some diapers. Do you want to eat good food (regardless of time) without having to wait forever? Then you should stop by at one of the many stores here at Djurgården. In these shops, deli and cafes there are things outside the ordinary. Below is a bit about where you can find the right place for your needs.

 

Kiosk at Djurgårdslätten
Just outside of the main entrance of Skansen there are a total of five kiosks. Each one of them sell different things which results in them having various things to buy; SL cards, stamps, bike rental, food and ice cream are only a few of the things available. If you are looking for a place that sells almost everything and just want to make a quick pit-stop, this is the right place to visit.

Konsthallen
Konsthallen is located right next to street called Allmäna gränd. This is a bakery, shop and resturant all placed in the same building. Their cafe and store opens at 9am and the resturant opens at 12pm. This makes it a perfect place to stop at when you’re interested in some good food early in the day. For those who prefer take-away, there are the option to do so, which is perfect for a summer picnic. Besides food, the store also offers other things: diapers, band-aids and sunscreen. The products are carefully selected with the environment in mind.

Skroten Matbord & Deli
Over at Skroten Matbord & Deli you can buy delicious food to take-away, or sit down for a glass of wine and enjoy the characteristic interior. The focus is on offering locally produced food that can easily be taken with you for an extra delicious dinner at home.

Skroten Café & Skeppshandel
Take a seat and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee, a newly made sandwich or why not a freshly baked raspberry pie. No matter what it is that appeals to you, there is something to enjoy. Every day there are also take-away boxes with homemade food straight from the kitchen.

Plantboden- Rosendals Trädgård
The botanical garden in Rosendal is a beautiful place to wander around and be inspired by. If you are interested in botany and planting, this is the place to go. The Plant Boden sells pots, implements and garden tools, seeds and plants of various kinds. You can also borrow scissors and a basket in the Plantboden and harvest a bouquet for the table at home from the field. The flowers are planted with biodynamic cultivation and sustainability in mind.

Gårdsbutiken-Rosendals Trädgård
The farm shop offers utensils and decorations for the kitchen as well as their own grown foods and delicacies: spices, jams, marmalades and oils. Here you will find butter knives, a citrus press or bowls and dishes for yourself or as a gift. Their wood-fired bakery offers fresh bread and the shop bases its range on the season’s harvest. There is also a carefully selected assortment of books on gardening, growing and cooking chosen by the knowledgeable staff.

Museum shops
All the museum here at Djurgården have their own museum shops where they sell all kinds of things which has to do with the theme of the museum. For that reason, the museum shops are a exellent place when you want to find fun or unique items. An entrance ticket is often not required to visit the shop at a museum here on Djurgården. Below we list some suggestions you might enjoy!


Skansenbutiken
Here you will find a lot of handmade and practical gadgets for the home.
Kitchen utensils, towels, knitted mittens and jewelery are just some of the things you can find here. Find something for your home or give a genuinely handmade gift to  someone.

 

The National Museum of Science and Technology
Here is something fun for all ages! Games, experiments, outdoor and indoor games, robots and educational materials are available to buy to take home and continue learning from. Do you have kids who are innovative mechanics or an adult friend who has recently become enamored with space and A.I.? Here there are books that teach both adults and children. The National Museum of Science and Technology values companies that work to have a small negative impact on the environment, that they must have good working conditions and that the companies comply with EU laws regarding product safety and chemical use.

ABBA The Museum 
Here you can find everything related to ABBA, whether it’s a nice T-shirt, mugs, ABBA monopoly (yes, it really exists!) or honey, of course called Honey, Honey. The store is located just inside the entrance and no ticket is required to enter and find your favorite item.

Junibacken 
This is Sweden’s largest children’s bookstore, and the goal is to bring children’s love of reading to life. The staff has carefully selected books for visitors both young and old. The books are also available in several different languages besides Swedish. Here you find many works from Astrid Lindgren, but also from other Swedish authors and illustrators. When you want a break from reading, there are also nice posters, dolls and soft plush animals.

The Nordic Museum
The range of this shop consists of Nordic products – knitted sweaters from Iceland, scarves from Greenland and beard soap from Norway. In addition, during parts of the year, apple cider produced from apples from the Nordic Museum’s other facilities is sold. You can easily visit the store by redeeming a free store ticket at the entrance cashier.

The Viking Museum
As the name suggests, here is everything that has to do with Vikings. Replicas of Viking Age glass for the home, jewelry, such as Torshammer, or why not take the time to discover new flavors, such as their Icelandic cod liver and super salty licorice? Of course there is something for the children too, handmade wooden swords, axes and shields are available for an adventure. The store does not require an entrance ticket.

Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde
In this shop you will find many fine items related to the museum’s exhibitions. Here you can buy postcards, exhibition catalogues, art and gardening books as well as the famous Waldemarsuddekrukan which can only be bought here. In addition, you can purchase flowers and potted plants from their own horticulture department according to availability and season. The shop is located just inside the entrance and does not require a ticket.

 

 

Restaurang AIRA recieves 2 Michelin stars!

Congratulations to restaurant AIRA for their second Michelin star!

Just past Frisens Park at Biskopsudden you will find restaurant AIRA, our member restaurant who were rewarded their second Michelin star. AIRA is run by Tommy Myllymäki together with the Swedish Brasserie and they use Swedish ingrediences and global inspiration to serve tasteful dishes, pleasing to both the eye and tastebuds. Art on a plater, simply speaking!

To see pictures and find more information you can check out their Instagram and webpage.

A quick guide about the Michelin stars

The most a restaurant can be awarded is 3 stars. The first star is given when a restaurant uses high quality ingrediences, uses distinct flavors and consistently serve foods of a high standard. The second star is awarded when the dishes reflect the head chef’s talents and personality. The dishes are expertly crafted and refined, maintaining their high quality. To read more about Michelin’s stars and their history click here!

Events during the summer of 2023

During the summer months, many fun and exciting events takes place here at Royal Djurgården. How about outdoor concerts, dance nights, fairs, sporting events and new exhibitions? There is something that suits everyone! Below we have collected some of our best tips for great events that are currently ongoing or soon to come.

For more information about upcoming events, see our calendar.

May 20 – September 14 – Beer festival at Museum of spirits 
In collaboration with Swedish Independent Breweries, the Museum of Sprits presents “Sweden’s longest beer festival”. There you can experience exclusive and exciting local flavors from over 50 Swedish breweries. The festival is a way to celebrate and support independent breweries around the country.

Park tours at Rosendal Palace
During the summer, 200 years of royal history will be celebrated at Rosendal Palace. Join park tours about the extensive work to restore the historic park. The park tours are given Wednesdays at 16:30 throughout the summer, on different themes, and are held by participants in the project; the archaeologists, the building antiquarian, the landscape architect, the park manager and the gardeners.

See dates for the park tours here.

Guided tours in the Sculpture Park
Every day this summer you can join guided tours of the sculptures in the Princess Estelle Sculpture Park at 1 pm. The tour is free of charge and held in Swedish or English. Starting point will be at PREKS information kiosk. Find out more here.

 Pippi at Cirkus
Dancing poodles, human cannonballs, and a colourful orchestra. A grumpy circus director and the strongest girl in the world. Pippi at the Circus is a goodie bag with everything that is fun. Based on Astrid Lindgren’s classic story, Björn Ulvaeus, Maria Blom, Tilde Björfors, and Cirkus Cirkör (to mention a few), have created an extraordinary show – a sparkling circus musical for all children between 3 and 113 years old.

July- August Summer at the Museum of Ethnography
Stop by and try different sports, take part in hikes or just relax in the hammocks under the green trees. For those who just want to relax and enjoy the calm of summer, there is the opportunity to try yoga and taiji. For all curious adventurers there is the opportunity to participating in lots of fun and exciting activities. Among other things, there will be the opportunity to try the Japanese martial art of aikido and take part in hikes with forest creatures, this and much more! In addition to all this, there will also be eight concerts between July and August. Stop by The Museum of Ethnography to listen to sweet melodies in the cozy summer evenings.

 July 19- August 23 – Jazz at Skansen
This year, Jazz at Skansen will be visited by several well-reputed Swedish and international jazz musicians. July 19th is the premiere of this year’s Jazz at Skansen from Sollidenscenen. Jazz musician Nils Landgren returns as host with Kapellmeister Hans Backenroth by his side for six evenings during july and august. The performance is included in the entrence ticket.

Concert at Hasselbacken
This summer, it’s time for Weeping Willows to take their acclaimed “The Dreams We Weave” tour further! With 8 musicians on stage – the band, Anders Kappelin (bass), Patrik Kolar (keyboards), Goran Kajfes (trumpet) and Per “Ruskträsk” Johansson (saxophone and flute) will on August 19 offer a magnificent summer evening in Hasselbacken’s garden.

August 25 – Revolver Comedy Carnival at Skansen
During the summer, wellknown swedish comedians Henrik Nyblom, Petrina Solange and Magnus Betnér will offer a colorful stand up experience in 17 cities with a grand finale on the Solliden stage! By their side, the trio has a bunch of hand-picked comedians during the tour and during the final night they have none other than Henrik Schyffert, Nisse Hallberg and Messiah Hallberg.

August 31- Baltic Sea Day
Baltic Sea Day is an annual celebration that aims to celebrate the sea and highlight its diverse nature, culture and history. The day is celebrated annually on the last Thursday in August. Here at Djurgården, the day will be celebrated at the Maritime Museum, Skansen and at Museum of Wrecks. Take part in a themed exhibition or listen to lectures by some of Sweden’s leading experts. All of this and a lot more here at Djurgården August 31!

August 31-September 1 – The Dragonboat tournament!
The basic idea of Drakbåtskampen is to offer a fun event, where companies together with their colleagues, will have the opportunity to have fun and socialize in a joyful and appreciated environment.

The Battle takes place in Djurgårdsbrunnsviken, at the National Maritime Museum. You choose one of the days that you want to participate.

We are constantly updating with upcoming events, so stay tuned!