Best Themed Playgrounds in Södermalm – Family Guide

Bryggartäppan is not your typical playground. It is designed to resemble a Södermalm neighborhood from the late 19th century, inspired by Per Anders Fogelström’s famous novel The City of My Dreams.

Here, children can play in small wooden houses, visit a miniature factory building, climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage, or do woodworking in the woodshop.

Best for ages: 1–7 years.
Amenities: A café open during the summer, restrooms, and plenty of space to park a stroller.
Address: Gotlandsgatan 63 (near Nytorget).

If you want to combine playtime with seeing animals, Stora Blecktornsparken is a must-visit. The playground is staffed on weekdays and features a large area where children can climb, ride the cable car, and run around freely.

Highlight: Djurgårdarna! Rabbits, sheep, and goats live here, and the kids can come say hello to them.
Best for ages: All ages (0–12 years).

At the easternmost end of the Hammarby Canal lies Anders Franzén’s park, which has won several architecture awards. The playground is designed as a miniature maritime industrial area featuring a shipyard, a mechanical workshop, boats, and a diving bell that children can climb into.

Best for ages: 2–10 years.
Amenities: Close to cafes along the waterfront, large grassy areas for picnics.
Address: Båtbyggargatan 21.

Drakenbergsparken is located near the waters of Tanto and Årstaviken. The main attraction here is the enormous, artistically designed wooden dragon that winds its way through the park and serves as a climbing structure and slide.

Best for ages: 4–12 (ideal for slightly older children).
Amenities: Staffed playground next door, restrooms, close to Tanto’s outdoor gym and swimming area.
Address: Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 50 / Drakenbergsgatan.

Skånegläntan is located in a lush park setting and is especially popular among parents on parental leave. It features a varied play area with swings, water play during the summer, and a staffed playground with open preschool activities on weekdays.

Best for ages: 0–6 years.
Amenities: Staffed indoor play area (perfect for bad weather), refreshments, changing tables, and a toy lending service.
Address: 2 Peregrins Street / Åsögatan.

Practical Tips for Families with Children in Söder

Public Transportation with a Stroller: Bus travel with SL is free for a parent traveling with a child in a stroller.
Staffed playgrounds: Many of the parks hold open house events featuring restrooms, coffee, and toys available to borrow when staff are on site (usually from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays).

The Best Themed Playgrounds in Södermalm: A Complete Guide for Families with Children

Bryggartäppan - Step right into 19th-century Stockholm

Animals, a cable car, and wide-open spaces

Sources and Further Reading

Anders Franzén Park - Shipyards and Industrial History

Drakenberg Park - For Energetic Climbers

Skånegläntan - The Green Oasis

Practical Tips for Families with Children in Söder