The Royal Palaces

A site about the Royal Palaces.

The last day of the year will end with the Armed Forces Music Corps' annual New Year's concert in the Royal Chapel at the Royal Palace. T...

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Mankind has built fireplaces for thousands of years, for heat, light and cooking. Fireplaces have long been at the heart of the home, inc...

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Royal Palace tour 1 Sep – 27 Apr 2025

Join our knowledgeable guides for a tour through the state rooms at the Royal Palace of Stockholm. During the tour, history will be broug...

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At the Royal Gift Shop, you can find unique Christmas gifts inspired by the interiors and collections of Sweden's royal palaces. Every pr...

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New Year at Drottningholm 31 Dec – 6 Jan 2025

Drottningholm Palace will be open daily during the first week of the New Year. Bring your family and explore Sweden's first World Heritag...

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The Swedish Royal Palaces app 'Kungliga slotten' now includes a number of new features to enhance your visit to the royal palaces.

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Christmas hunt 21 Dec – 6 Jan 2025

Bring your children and grandchildren to the Royal Palace's state rooms during the Christmas holidays. We need your help looking for elve...

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The Treasury Open today 10.00-16.00

In dark cellar vaults at the Royal Palace the Monarchy's most important symbols – the Regalia – are kept in safe-keeping. See fascinating...

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Sweden's kings have celebrated Christmas for as long as the tradition has been observed in Sweden.But it was not until the 19th century t...

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Latest from the calendar

Saturday 14 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 10.30 – 11.30
Sunday 15 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 10.30 – 11.30
Sunday 15 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 14.30 – 15.15
Monday 16 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 14.30 – 15.15
Wednesday 18 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 14.30 – 15.15
Friday 20 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 14.30 – 15.15
Saturday 21 December

Christmas hunt

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 10.00 – 16.00
Saturday 21 December

Royal Palace tour

Royal Palaces: The Royal Palace
Time: 10.30 – 11.30

Our Palaces and Royal sites

The Royal Palace Open today 10.00-16.00

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 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 is home to five hundred years of history. It features Sweden's finest examples of state apartments from the time of the ...

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The Kings and Queens of Sweden – from Vasa to Bernadotte. Gustav Vasa is regarded as the founder of the modern Swedish state. Since then, Sweden has had five Royal dynasties.

Visit the Royal Court's official website and learn about the monarchy of Sweden, the Royal Family's official engagements and the Royal Court's organisation.

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.