Prior to your visit
Plan your visit to National Defence Expo
Ahead of your visit to National Defence Expo, you will find practical information here to help you plan your day at the exhibition. Whether you are travelling by car, public transport or on foot, you will find guidance on how to get here, available parking options, how the venue is laid out and what is useful to know during your visit.
Our guide to finding your way around
Plan your visit to National Defence Expo in advance to find your way more easily and make the most of your day.
Getting here
Both buses and commuter trains stop at Älvsjö Station, located right next to Stockholmsmässan. The commuter train takes you from Stockholm City to Stockholmsmässan in just ten minutes.
Parking
If you are travelling to Stockholmsmässan by car, you can choose from nearly 2,000 parking spaces. You can park in our on-site garage or in the outdoor parking areas around the exhibition centre.
Bags at the expo?
Bags are permitted at National Defence Expo. Please remember not to leave your belongings unattended. Would you like to know more about how we work to ensure a safe and welcoming experience?
Security
We want you to feel safe and secure during your visit. Here you will find information about safety and security at Stockholmsmässan.
On-site service
Is there a cloakroom? How does payment work? Can I charge my phone? All the information you need is available here!
Accessibility
We continuously work to ensure that Stockholmsmässan is an accessible and inclusive venue for everyone. Read more on Stockholmsmässan’s website.
Restaurants
You won’t go hungry with us.
We have twelve restaurants with everything from simple coffee to à la carte.
Need to book accommodation?
Located right next to Stockholmsmässan is our own hotel, Scandic Talk. Choose from 248 rooms, work out in the gym or enjoy after-work drinks at the rooftop bar.
The Nordic region’s safest fairs under one roof
SKYDD, the largest security trade fair in the Nordic region, is held in parallel with National Defence Expo.
About National Defence Expo
National Defence Expo aims to strengthen understanding of the importance of Sweden’s total defence and its central role in developing the country’s preparedness. By bringing together stakeholders from both the civilian and military sectors, as well as public and private organisations, the exhibition provides a platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration and the development of solutions for future crisis management and security.
SKYDD – held in parallel with National Defence Expo
SKYDD Nordic region’s largest meeting place for safety and security, fire fighting, rescue work and personal protection, and is held in parallel with National Defence Expo.
Here, you will meet suppliers, public authorities and industry experts presenting solutions in security technology, guarding and protective services, and societal security.
