Polarn O. Pyret Hamngatan

Everything is built around visual tricks and hands on puzzles, which works especially well for school age kids.

A tiny central green pause with benches and fountains, useful when little legs need five minutes off the shopping route.

Soft baby clothes and gifts make this a lovely stop when you want something Swedish for a younger child.

Fountains, seasonal events and winter skating make this more of a lively city stop than a traditional playground.

Fried chicken, fries and a lively room make this a straightforward crowd pleaser for older kids.

A whole department store section of kids clothes and toys makes this efficient when you need several things at once.