Interesting and extensive museum, gives great insight in the becoming of Karlskrona. The submarine is most impressive, although all the other exhibitions were also created with great care. One minor problem was that not all the signage was always available in English, or maybe only one sentence was while the Swedish text was very extensive. Google Translate solved this, but that could be improved for foreign visitors.

While not a huge museum, it has some great exhibits, not least a very large naval submarine you can go inside and walk about in. There is a theatre that shows a very well presented film on the timeline of the Swedish navy. All the exhibits are displayed well and have English explanations alongside those in Swedish. The information is not verbose, which is a mistake often made by museums I've been too. The museum has an excellent restaurant which rounds off a really enjoyable experience overall !

Most beautifull museum for marine, I've seen. Being able to visit a real U-boot on the inside completly, just gives you much more feeling with the history and live in the marine. Also the lunch buffet in the museum is good quality.

Very interesting exposition includes 2 submarines and 3 ships. Good for visiting with kids. Also discount is available for entance if less than 1 hour until closure left

A lovely couple of hours entertainment. Lots of bits that both kids and adults can enjoy like the nuclear submarine you can go on - do expect queues in busier periods. Really nicely weaved in overarching narratives with rich personal stories and events such as the Polish submariners who fled to Sweden in WW2 and Swedish conscripts experiences of the cold war. For an Englishman a fascinating way to learn more about Sweden's evolution through regional power, to superpower, to the softpower and cultural force you see today.

Very interesting museum offering informal text in various languages. It is a very interactive museum aswell with educational games so you easier can learn about for example submarines and how they work. You can enter a submarine aswell and see how they lived in there and more. There is also a buffet restaurant at the entrance if you want a quick bite before or after your visit.

I’ve been visiting the Blekinge region for years, and I must confess that this museum surprised me very positively with its accurate exhibitions and attention to detail. It transports you back in time and offers a magnified view beneath the surface of Karlskrona’s naval mastery. The museum doesn’t earn a full five stars because the bistro offers only limited and rather bland plant-based options, while most Swedish classic meals served are centered around meat and fried fish. Moreover, I felt the museum’s exhibitions tended to present Sweden’s naval and military history in a way that passively promotes war. Despite being a civilian institution, the displays often focus on military achievements and hardware without encouraging deeper reflection on the consequences or ethical complexities of conflict. I would have appreciated a more critical perspective that invites visitors to consider the broader impacts of war, rather than treating it as an inevitable or unproblematic part of national history.

Nice to see a church in wooden Swedish style. Had not seen one before. Entrance is free as all churches should be.

Open, wooden church worth a visit. There's also a little restroom outside the church.

Big church made of wood.

Nice church completely made by wooden.

The touch of history and defence is something really special.

(Translated by Google) A wonderfully beautiful church temporarily erected in anticipation of a temporary church building in the more central parts of the city. Ulrica Pia was consecrated in 1685 and although it was thought that the permanent stone church was already consecrated three years later, the Admiralty Church remains where it has stood for over three hundred years and is today both a very alive church with a faithful congregation and a well-visited attraction for visitors in Karlskrona not least for his helping hero the figure Rosenbom (see separate recent update). The church is beautifully decorated and has a fantastic history, which the cheerful, helpful, well-read and charismatic guide tells with warmth in his own colorful way. I give the Admiralty Church Ulrica Pia five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (If you like the recent review, please give it a thumbs up 🙂) (Original) En underbart vacker kyrka provisoriskt uppförd i väntan på en temporär kyrkobygnad i stadens mer centrala delar. Ulrica Pia invigdes år 1685 och trotts att den permanenta stenkyrkan invigdes redan tre år senare så står Amiralitetskyrkan kvar där den nu stått i över trehundra år och är i dag en såväl en i högsta grad levende kyrka med en trogen församling som en välbesökt attraktion för besökare i Karlskrona inte minst för sin hjälpande hjälte figuren Rosenbom (se separat recention). Kyrkan är vackert dekorerad och har en fantastisk historia som den glada, hjälpsamna, pålästa och karismatiska guiden med värme berättar om på sitt eget målande vis. Jag ger Amiralitetskyrkan Ulrica Pia fem stjärnor ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Gillar du recentionen ge den gärna tummen upp 🙂)

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church from the 17th century. It is the largest wooden church in Sweden. It doesn't look particularly big from the outside, but it can hold a lot of people. The wooden construction gives a completely different ambience inside, much warmer and more homely than stone, especially when it is stormy outside. Great organ! Be sure to see it and include it on your walk through Karlskrona. (Original) Wunderschöne Kirche aus dem 17. Jahrhundert. Es ist die grösste Holzkirche Schwedens. Von aussen sieht sie nicht besonders gross aus, fasst aber sehr viele Leute. Die Bauweise aus Holz gibt innen ein ganz anderes Ambiente, viel wärmer und heimeliger als Stein, besonders wenn es draussen stürmt. Tolle Orgel! Unbedingt ansehen und auf dem Spaziergang durch Karlskrona einbauen.

An amazing day in the Fortress and a friendly, funny guide walked with us on the island. The " wild" lives were interesting too ( haha!) it was public holiday and no one worked there though

So much Swedish naval history at this place.

(Translated by Google) Nice fort, you can only visit the fort with a guide and boat. You must not walk around alone. Some stairs and you walk a lot, no seats unless the guide has placed chairs. Not adapted for the disabled. It is absolutely worth a visit. (Original) Fint fort, man kan endast besöka fortet med guide och båt. Man får inte gå runt själv. En del trappor och man går mycket, inga sittplatser om inte guide har ställt fram stolar. Inte handikappsanpassat. Det är absolut värt ett besök.

We didn’t get to set foot on Kungsholm Fortress, but we were lucky enough to get an incredible view of it from our cruise ship as we sailed into Karlskrona—and even from a distance, it was impressive. The fortress sits on a small island just off the coast, and its strategic position at the entrance to the naval harbor makes it clear why it played such an important role in Sweden’s maritime defense. Built in the late 1600s, Kungsholm Fortress has guarded the approach to Karlskrona for centuries and remains an active military installation, which makes it all the more fascinating. From the water, you can spot its rounded bastions, lighthouse, and even a glimpse of the courtyard inside the old stone walls. Knowing it has a botanical garden within the fortress walls—planted by the soldiers and maintained for generations—only added to the intrigue. While civilian access is restricted, getting a view of Kungsholm from the ship gave us a real sense of its scale and historical significance. If you’re cruising into Karlskrona, be sure to head out on deck—you won’t want to miss this striking piece of Swedish naval history quietly holding its post just offshore.

(Translated by Google) Masterful. The fort was built around 1680. There was never any actual fighting. The entire island and fortress are intact and original. The tour goes via the towers to the roof. The cannons were there to defend the water entrance. The cannons are gone, there is now an art gallery with works by stationed soldiers and war implements and tools on display. It also smells like the year 1700. You can climb the lighthouse from the roof. A beautiful place to take panoramas. The guide was perfect and knew everything. Was a former Marine himself. (Original) Magistraal. Het fort is gebouwd rond 1680. Er is nooit daadwerkelijk gevochten. Het hele eiland en het fort zijn intact en origineel. De rondleiding gaat via de torens naar het dak. Daar stonden de kanonnen om de wateringang te verdedigen. De kanonnen zijn weg, er is daar nu een kunstgalerij met werken van gelegerde soldaten en er zijn oorlogsvoortuigen en -gereedschappen te zien. Het ruikt er ook naar het jaar 1700. Vanaf het dak beklim je de vuurtoren. Een prachtige plek om panorama's te maken. De gids was perfect en wist alles. Was zelf een oud-marinier.

(Translated by Google) Nice fortress near Karlskrona. Definitely worth a visit. But you have to book a guided tour and go there on a tourist boat. Unfortunately, you don't have unlimited time to explore the island. (Original) Nette Festung bei Karlskrona. Unbedingt einen Besuch wert. Man muss aber eine Guided Tour buchen und mit einem Touristenboot dorthin fahren. Leider hat man nicht unbegrenzt zeit die Insel zu erforschen.

(Translated by Google) Very nice facility with knowledgeable guide ensured a pleasant afternoon for the whole family. (Original) Väldigt fin anläggning med kunnig guide borgade för en trevlig eftermiddag för hela familjen.

Beautiful castle on the island, emphasizes how Swedish maritime defense looked like centuries ago. Well preserved and maintained, cute cafe in the entrance. There are regular boats to the island for free from Karlkrona port. Castle closes at 4pm. Cafe and garden closes at 5pm. Entrance was free of charge.

Drottningskär Citadel is a truly unique place with remarkable historical charm and a picturesque location. The surroundings of the fortress, with stunning views over the Karlskrona archipelago, are breathtaking, and the well-preserved walls and interiors allow visitors to truly experience the atmosphere of bygone times. A visit here is not only a journey into history but also a wonderful opportunity for a peaceful walk amidst beautiful landscapes. An additional advantage is that the ferry crossing to Aspö Island, where the citadel is located, is completely free, making access to this site very convenient. It is definitely worth a visit – both history enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape will find something special here.

Very disappointing fort. From the outside is looks good but the inside is very blank. The rooms are completely empty with no information about that particular room at all. The museum too was not infromative for foreigners as all the information was in swedish only. The restaurant also only provided the menu in swedish. It was a waste of time to come here, therfore I dont’t understand the other positive reviews of other foreign visitors.

Interesting citadel with an interesting history

Get inspiered what men craft can do with stones. 2 meter thick stonwalls cept the russians away from terminate Karlskrona. Be a part of that experience you too. Just take the yellow free of charge ferry from Maritim Museum and walk 15 minutes to the defence castel an de a part of history.

Nice place to be and have a visit around.

Outstanding guides and wonderfully preserved grounds.

There’s a peaceful garden and some interesting sculptures, like Lilla Flora, tucked just outside. The buildings themselves are beautiful, especially with the historical vibe of the old stone walls. It’s a relaxing spot to stroll through, and you still get a sense of the region’s history just from the surroundings. Would definitely come back another time to explore the inside!

Very beautiful historic place, you must to visit and enjoy all the details, each and every spaces they have. Plan some time, it's very worth it.

Sooooo interesting...and I did NOT pay any fee...BUT remember to visit the garden and the playground

Easy to get to and very interesting information about Karlskrona. Quiet, contemplative, nice garden. Free entrance. I recommend this if you want to know more about the world heritage Karlskrona.

Free visit : it contains a garden, a museum and an art gallery where they represent local artists.

It's pretty small museum, but with beautiful garden. A lot of information written in swedish only. Also there are a lot of things to do with kids, but even if you're traveling without kids this place worth spending half an hour to look around and see the garden

Free entrance, Lack of parking space near, Small sized museum.

Nice

Very nice place for a stop and and a little walk whilst diving into a "little Sweden". Kids will have fun!

Super

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(Translated by Google) We stopped here spontaneously, there's a dedicated exit off the E22. Free parking, no entry fee 👍🏻 great. The park is inviting; there are probably larger events here in the summer, as there's a great covered stage on two levels. There's also an old windmill (no longer working and closed) and a café on the grounds. The park is very well-maintained and quiet. (Original) Wir haben spontan hier angehalten, eigene Abfahrt von der E22. Freier Parkplatz, kein Eintritt 👍🏻 super. Der Park lädt zum Verweilen ein, wahrscheinlich gibt's hier im Sommer größere Veranstaltungen, denn es gibt eine tolle überdachte Bühne auf zwei Ebenen. Auf dem Gelände gibt's auch eine alte Windmühle zu bestaunen (funktioniert nicht mehr und geschlossen) und ein Cafe. Der Park ist sehr gepflegt und ruhig.