Experts' Choice Award Royal Palace
What the experts agree on
One of the world's largest royal residences, dominating Gamla Stan, with multiple sections open to visitors—Royal Apartments, Treasury (crown jewels), and Tre Kronor Museum—each rich with historical stories.
“Visitors are able to discover its glories in the Royal apartments, the guest apartments, the throne room, the Royal arsenal and the treasury room.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's "To survey the crown jewels, which are no longer used in this self-consciously egalitarian country, head to the Skattkammaren (Treasury)." Full review
Concierge "Inspired by Versailles, it is noted for its perfectly preserved theater dating from 1766, Chinese pavilions, and gardens in English and baroque styles."
Frommer's "Kungliga Slottet is one of the few official residences of a European monarch that's open to the public." Full review
Time Out "It's the stories behind the rooms and decorations that make the palace especially interesting." Full review
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Royal Chapel... services are held every Sunday and all are welcome to attend.
Afar Magazine "One of the world’s largest royal residences, the impressive palace dominates Stockholm’s Old Town." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"It's also a popular tourist attraction. Visitors are allowed to tour the Royal Apartments, Treasury and the Tre Kronor Museum...there are about four different sets of apartments" Full review
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But if you are short on time, don't miss royal relics, including crowns and swords, found in the Treasury, or the Hall of State, found in the Royal Apartments.
The Guardian "The Royal Palace is about as immodest as they come (it's got 1,430 rooms, for Thor's sake)"
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