Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet)

What's On

Permanent Collections

The Royal Apartments

The State and Bernadotte Apartments used for royal receptions, with Gustav III's state bedchamber, the Pillared Hall and interiors from the 1700s onward.

Permanent collectionkr 220

The Treasury

The Swedish State Regalia in the palace's cellar vaults: Gustav Vasa's swords of state, Erik XIV's crown, royal crowns and the 1696 silver baptismal font.

Permanent collectionkr 220

Gustav III's Museum of Antiquities

One of Europe's oldest museums (1794): Gustav III's classical sculptures from Italy, shown in the stone galleries as first displayed, starring Endymion. Summer only.

Permanent collectionkr 220

The Apartments of the Orders of Chivalry

Former Council of the Realm rooms where Gustav III staged his 1772 coup, now an exhibition on Sweden's royal orders, from the Seraphim to the Polar Star.

Permanent collectionkr 220

Museum Three Crowns

Beneath the north wing, through a 5-metre medieval wall: objects rescued from the 1697 fire and models tracing Tre Kronor castle from Viking-era fort to Renaissance palace.

Permanent collectionkr 220

Nearby

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The Royal Armoury (Livrustkammaren)

Military1 min walk

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Nobel Prize Museum

History2 min walk

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Medelhavsmuseet (Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities)

History4 min walk

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Nationalmuseum

Design5 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet) cost?

Standard adult admission to Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet) is kr 220. SEK 240 May–September. Students SEK 200/220, ages 7–17 SEK 110/120, 6 and under free. Combined ticket with Riddarholmen Church SEK 270. Royal Armoury not included.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet)?

Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet) is open Daily 10:00–16:00 (October–December); 10:00–17:00 until 30 September. Closed 29 Sep, 19 Oct, 24–25 Dec 2026. Royal Apartments may be fully or partly closed during royal receptions (e.g. 21–22 Sep, 12–21 Oct 2026).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet)?

Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet) is located at Slottsbacken 1, 111 30 Stockholm, Sweden, in the Gamla stan area of Stockholm. The nearest stations are Gamla stan (T-bana), Kungsträdgården (T-bana) and Slottsbacken (bus).

What can I see at Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet)?

Tessin's baroque palace of 600 rooms in Gamla stan: glittering state apartments, crown jewels in the vaults and Europe's oldest museum. Current highlights include The Royal Apartments, The Treasury and Gustav III's Museum of Antiquities.

Do I need to book Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet) 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 Royal Palace of Stockholm (Kungliga slottet)?

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.