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Avicii Arena

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Avicii Arena, originally known as the Stockholm Globe Arena or simply the Globe, is the world's largest spherical building and a major landmark of Stockholm. Inaugurated in 1989, it serves as a premier venue for concerts, ice hockey championships, and international events. In 2021, it was renamed to honor the memory of the late Swedish DJ and producer Avicii. The structure features a diameter of 110 meters and an internal height of 85 meters, creating a vast and impressive indoor space. A popular feature is 'SkyView', an elevator system with glass gondolas that travels along the exterior of the dome, taking visitors to the very top for panoramic city views. Furthermore, the arena acts as the Sun in the Sweden Solar System, the world's largest scale model of our planetary system.

Location: Sweden
Top sights: Skyview · Skyview entré och biljettkassa · Upplevelse Museet
Nearby: Nacka (5 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-3	-3	0	5	11	15	18	17	13	7	3	-1
Rain mm	47	40	39	37	50	78	70	72	55	63	61	54

📋 Practical info

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Visiting

The Avicii Arena is accessible during public events and guided tours that usually run on select days and times. You can enter the main hall and seating areas, but backstage and private spaces remain closed to visitors.

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Typical hours

The arena typically opens only for scheduled events and dedicated tour times. Guided tours are often available on weekends or by advance booking, but exact opening hours vary seasonally and should be checked online.

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Photography

Photography is generally allowed for personal use, but flash photography is often prohibited during events. In certain areas, video recording may be restricted; please follow on-site instructions.

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Time needed

A guided tour of the arena typically lasts about one hour, while attending an event can take several hours. Allow extra time for travel and potential queues.

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Combine with

Combine your visit with exploring the nearby Johanneshov district or a ride on the SkyView gondola. Tele2 Arena and the former Ericsson Globe are also within walking distance.

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Getting there

The Avicii Arena is easily reached by subway (Globen station, line T19) or bus. It's just a few minutes' walk from the station; parking is limited.

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Insider tip

Insider tip: take the SkyView gondola to the top of the sphere for a dramatic panoramic view over Stockholm. Book tickets in advance to avoid long queues.

Geography

Coordinates

59.29360, 18.08330

Facts

The arena has a total volume of approximately 605,000 cubic meters.
Construction was completed in just two and a half years, from 1986 to 1989.
For concert events, the arena can accommodate up to 16,000 spectators.
The SkyView glass gondolas were added to the exterior in 2010.
The structure is made of steel, concrete, and glass, weighing about 3,000 tons.
The Eurovision Song Contest final was hosted here in 2000 and 2016.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

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Gamla Stan (Old Town)4 km · NExplore →

Skansen4 km · NExplore →

Nacka5 km · NEExplore →

Aspudden5 km · WExplore →

Bergius Botanical Garden8 km · NExplore →

Lidingö8 km · NEExplore →

Solna9 km · NWExplore →

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Sights in the town Avicii Arena (10)

Skyview

Observation platform on top of the Avicii Arena in Stockholm.

Skyview entré och biljettkassa

Entrance and ticket office for Skyview at the Avicii Arena.

🌐 stockholmlive.com

Upplevelse Museet🏛 museum

Museum in Stockholm.

Hammarbykyrkan

Swedish Evangelical Mission church building in Stockholm, Sweden.

🌐 hammarbykyrkan.nu

Kolerakyrkogården🌳 park

Former cemetery, now urban park, in Johanneshov, southern Stockholm.

Grynkvarnsparken🌳 park

Park in Johanneshov, southern Stockholm, Sweden.

Lindeparken🌳 park

Park in Enskede, southern Stockholm, Sweden.

Skanskvarn

Building in Stockholm Municipality, Stockholm County, Sweden.

Skanskvarns luftvärnsställning

Ruins of an anti-aircraft position in Stockholm.

Fredriksdalsbron

Tram viaduct in southern Stockholm, Sweden.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What is special about the Avicii Arena?

It is the world's largest spherical building and a landmark of the Stockholm skyline.

Is there an observation deck?

Yes, SkyView is a glass gondola that takes visitors up the outside of the sphere to the top.

What was the arena's former name?

The arena was long known as the Stockholm Globe Arena or simply 'Globen' before being renamed in 2021.

What kind of events are held here?

It hosts ice hockey games, major concerts, and international competitions like the Eurovision Song Contest.

What is the diameter of the sphere?

The arena has a diameter of 110 meters and an inner height of 85 meters.

Avicii Arena: where is it located?

Avicii Arena is located in Sweden.

Avicii Arena: what is there to see?

Highlights include Skyview, Skyview entré och biljettkassa, Upplevelse Museet.

Avicii Arena: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.

Avicii Arena: why is it worth visiting?

Avicii Arena, originally known as the Stockholm Globe Arena or simply the Globe, is the world's largest spherical building and a major landmark of Stockholm.

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