SkyView Glass Gondola Ride Tickets Avicii Arena Stockholm

The SkyView Glass Gondola Ride

SkyView is Stockholm's most unusual observation experience. Two glass gondolas travel slowly along rails on the outer surface of the arena, rising in an arc to the top of the sphere, 130 metres above sea level. The cabins have glass walls, so you look out in every direction while you move.

The whole SkyView Stockholm experience lasts about 25 minutes, and it includes a film that explains how the ride was built and how it works. It is a calm, smooth journey that suits visitors of all ages, although people who are nervous of heights should think carefully before boarding.

The Avicii Arena, Formerly the Globe

The Avicii Arena is one of the most recognisable buildings in Stockholm. It opened in 1989 as the Globe, and its white spherical shape, about 110 metres wide, makes it one of the largest spherical buildings in the world. In 2021 the arena was renamed after Avicii, the Stockholm-born DJ Tim Bergling, in tribute to his music.

The arena hosts concerts, ice hockey and major events, and it sits in the Johanneshov district south of the centre. If you have come to Stockholm for a concert or match, the SkyView ride is a good way to add a landmark experience to the same day.

Views of Stockholm from 130 Metres

On a clear day the view from the top of the gondola stretches over the rooftops of Stockholm, the lakes and waterways that divide the city, and out to the green countryside and the beginning of the archipelago. Photographers often say that the most beautiful light comes in the late afternoon and around sunset.

Because the gondolas are made of glass, the reflections can affect photographs, so press your lens close to the surface. If you are wondering what is the best time to visit SkyView, a clear morning or evening gives the best views, while cloud and fog can limit visibility.

Getting to SkyView and Planning Your Visit

The Avicii Arena is on the green metro line: get off at Globen station, which is a short walk from the ticket area. Gullmarsplan is the next stop, and local trams and buses also serve the area. The exact meeting point and entry instructions are on your voucher.

Choose your date and time in the booking panel and arrive a few minutes early. The gondolas run in most weather but can be closed in strong wind or during events, so opening hours and availability change by season. Dress for the temperature outdoors, as the sphere can be windy at height.