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The Royal Palaces

A site about the Royal Palaces.

The royal parks are open

Royal Djurgården and the royal parks are open every day of the year, 24 hours a day – even during these unusual times. The large parks ha...

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The three-tailed flag

Since 1873, the royal flag has been raised on the roof of the Royal Palace. The three-tailed flag which flies here is reserved for the Ro...

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Royal Walks: Drottningholm

Three walks at Drottningholm in the Royal Walks app will guide you through the World Heritage Site of Drottningholm Palace Park, from the...

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Royal Walks: Djurgården

The Royal Walks app guides you along a scenic stroll through Djurgården, from Djurgården Bridge and along the waterfront to the Royal sum...

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Exhibition

Drawing competition The Thinking Hand
The World Heritage Site of Drottningholm

Drottningholm is an unusually well-preserved royal palace setting. It is so unique and popular that in 1991 it was named Sweden's first W...

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Highlight: Lovisa Ulrika’s Library

Two queens have left their mark on Drottningholm Palace. One of them, Queen Hedvig Eleonora, had the palace built. The other, Queen Lovis...

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Extended: Märta Måås at the Royal Palace 1 May – 4 Oct

The "Look at the rugs – find me" exhibition will be extended until the autumn, in the hope that we can re-open to visitors later this yea...

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Drottningholm Palace: A history

For more than 400 years, Drottningholm Palace has been a place for recreation and cultural encounters. Queen Dowager Hedvig Eleonora, Que...

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Our Palaces and Royal sites

The Royal Palace

Welcome to one of Europe's largest and most dynamic palaces. The Royal Palace of Stockholm is His Majesty The King's official residence a...

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Drottningholm Palace

Drottningholm Palace is on UNESCO's World Heritage list. It is the most well-preserved royal castle built in the 1600s in Sweden and at t...

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Gripsholm Castle

On the shores of Lake Mälaren, Gripsholm Castle towers powerfully and fairytale-like over the idyllic small town of Mariefred in Söderman...

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Royal Djurgården / National City Park

"I was glad that you could catch a glimpse of life on Djurgården, that you could see how the majesty of the oak trees depends on people p...

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FAQ

  • Do I have to buy the entrance ticket to the Royal Palace on the web page?
    No, it is also possible to buy the entrance ticket at the entrance to the Royal Palace on the day for the visit. The ticket is valid for one day.
  • Am I allowed to take pictures inside the royal palaces?
    Photography and filming for private use are permitted inside and outside the palaces. However, flashes/lamps, tripods, selfie sticks and other fixed equipment must not be used, and you must not disturb other visitors, tours or any other activities.This permission does not apply to commercial or other organised photography or filming. For photography and filming for other purposes, please contact the Marketing Department.The Royal Palace of Stockholm, Drottningholm Palace and Haga Palace are specially classified facilities, and the following rules apply:
    • The Royal Palace of Stockholm: photography and filming from the air are forbidden.
    • Drottningholm Palace: photography and filming from the air are forbidden.
    • Haga Palace: photography and filming from the air are forbidden. Nor may Haga Palace be photographed or filmed from the ground.
  • When is the Drottningholm garden open?
    The garden is open around the clock. There is no entrance fee.
  • Can I get around by wheelchair/walking frame at the royal palaces?
    Circumstances differ at the various venues. Please look for more information under the heading "Visit us" for the venue you wish to visit or contact our reservations department on +46 (0)8-402 61 00.

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Welcome to a boutique that is something out of the ordinary. The Royal Gift Shop is a unique present and souvenir shop offering products with a connection to the Royal Collections.

 

Find the Royal Gift Shops in the menu at Royal Palaces and sites.

Discover the articles and videos about the palace's history and highlights. In the archive you will find images and stories about selected items from the Royal Collections.

 

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