The Royal Palace (Kungliga slottet) is the official residence of the Swedish monarch and one of Europes largest palaces with over 600 rooms. Built in Baroque style after the old castle burned down in 1697, it contains five museums including the Royal Apartments, the Treasury with crown jewels, the Armoury, the Tre Kronor Museum (about the medieval castle), and the Museum of Antiquities. The daily Changing of the Guard ceremony is a popular attraction.
Apartments+treasury+museum 180 SEK. Guided tour 230 SEK. Under 7 free with adult
Mid-day for the Changing of the Guard ceremony (12:15 Mon-Sat, 13:15 Sun and holidays in summer; reduced schedule in winter). Morning for fewer crowds inside.
Metro: Gamla Stan station (green and red lines), 6-minute walk. Bus: lines 2, 55, 57, 76 to Slottsbacken. Changing of the guard at 12:15 (Sun at 13:15) — arrive early. Ticket includes several palace museums.
Lavish Baroque state rooms, impressive crown jewels, royal armoury, and museum about the medieval castle. The changing of the guard with military band and horses in summer. Allow 2-3 hours for all museums.
Closed December 24-25
faq.subtitle Royal Palace
No, the King and Queen live at Drottningholm Palace outside Stockholm. The Royal Palace is the monarch's official residence used for state ceremonies, receptions, and royal offices. It is also open to the public as a museum.
Summer (May-Aug): Mon-Sat 12:15, Sun/holidays 13:15. April & Sep: Wed, Sat 12:15, Sun 13:15. Oct-March: Wed, Sat 12:15, Sun 13:15. The ceremony takes about 40 minutes and includes a military band.
Useful tips for visiting Royal Palace
Arrive 30 minutes early for a good spot for the Changing of the Guard. The Treasury has the Swedish crown jewels including Gustav Vasas sword of state. Combine with exploring Gamla Stan. Audio guides available in multiple languages.
Metro: Gamla Stan station (Green and Red lines), 6-minute walk. Bus: Lines 2, 55, 57, 76 to Slottsbacken. Located at the north end of Gamla Stan.
Lavish Baroque state rooms, impressive crown jewels, royal armoury, and museum about the medieval castle. The changing of the guard with military band and horses in summer. Allow 2-3 hours for all museums.
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