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Drottningholm Palace

ArchitectureArtHistoryClosed · Opens 10amFrom £170Brommaplan (T-bana), then bus to Drottningholms slott

Built from 1662 by Nicodemus Tessin the Elder for Queen Hedvig Eleonora, Drottningholm on Lovön is Sweden's best-preserved 17th-century royal palace and the permanent home of the King and Queen, who live in the southern wing. Visitors tour reception halls shaped by Hedvig Eleonora, Lovisa Ulrika and Gustav III, the Royal Chapel, and a park running from a French Baroque garden to an English landscape park. The palace theatre, Chinese Pavilion and Museum de Vries complete the World Heritage site.

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Permanent Collections

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Getting there

Drottningholms slott, Drottningholm, Ekerö Municipality, Sweden

Nearest station: Brommaplan (T-bana), then bus to Drottningholms slott, Drottningholms slott (bus stop), Drottningholm boat pier (summer boats from Stadshuskajen)

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Hours

Summer season until 30 September, 10:00–17:00

MonClosed
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WedClosed
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FriTodayClosed
Sat10:00–16:00
Sun10:00–16:00

Admission

From £170

Students SEK 150, ages 7-17 SEK 85, 6 and under free. Combined ticket with the Chinese Pavilion SEK 250.

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Medelhavsmuseet (Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities)

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Nobel Prize Museum

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Visitor Information

How much does Drottningholm Palace cost?
Standard adult admission to Drottningholm Palace is £170. Students SEK 150, ages 7-17 SEK 85, 6 and under free. Combined ticket with the Chinese Pavilion SEK 250.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Drottningholm Palace?
Drottningholm Palace is open Daily 10:00-17:00 through 30 September 2026. From October: weekends only 10:00-16:00 (plus 31 Oct). Closed 7-30 December 2026; open 31 Dec and 1-6 Jan 2027, 10:00-16:00. The park is open year round.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Drottningholm Palace?
Drottningholm Palace is located at Drottningholms slott, Drottningholm, Ekerö Municipality, Sweden, in the Lovön, Ekerö area of Stockholm. The nearest stations are Brommaplan (T-bana), then bus to Drottningholms slott, Drottningholms slott (bus stop), Drottningholm boat pier (summer boats from Stadshuskajen).
What can I see at Drottningholm Palace?
UNESCO-listed Baroque home of Sweden's royal family, with lavish state rooms, a working 1766 theatre and formal gardens. Current highlights include Drottningholm Palace Theatre, The Reception Halls, The Chinese Pavilion.
Do I need to book Drottningholm Palace in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Drottningholm Palace?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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