Skansen vs Riddarholm Church (Riddarholmskyrkan)
Both are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Skansen Open-Air Museum ranks significantly higher than Riddarholm Church. Skansen Open-Air Museum has a TripExpert Score of 94 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Time Out.
Skansen
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Djurgarden 49-51, Stockholm 115 93, Sweden
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Fodor's
"Not only is Skansen a delightful trip out of time in the center of a modern city, but it also provides insight into the life and culture of Sweden's various regions."
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Concierge
"For anyone with children, Skansen, the world's first open-air museum, is unmissable."
Time Out
"Founded in 1891 by Artur Hazelius, also responsible for the Nordiska Museet, Skansen is a one-stop cultural tour of Sweden."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Often described as "Sweden in a nutshell"."
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Atlas Obscura
"Sweden's "good old days" painstakingly re-created in a model village. "
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Riddarholm Church (Riddarholmskyrkan)
Riddarholmen, Stockholm, Sweden
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Fodor's
"Dating from 1270, the Grey Friars monastery is the second-oldest structure in Stockholm; it's been the burial place for Swedish kings for more than 400 years."
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Frommer's
"The second-oldest church in Stockholm is located on the tiny island of Riddarholmen, next to Gamla Stan."
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Time Out
"The black, lattice-work spire of Riddarholmskyrkan is one of Stockholm's most distinctive sights, visible from all over the city."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This is the Westminster Abbey of Swedish monarchs: may they rest in peace!"
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