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Opening hours at Stockholm Royal Palace

Today

Open 10:00–17:00

Last Admission

17:00

Stockholm: Royal Palace

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday10:00–17:0017:00
Tuesday10:00–17:0017:00
Wednesday10:00–17:0017:00
Thursday (Today)10:00–17:0017:00
Friday10:00–17:0017:00
Saturday10:00–17:0017:00
Sunday10:00–17:0017:00
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  • Last admission is usually 30–60 minutes before closing, depending on the section.
  • Gustav III’s Museum of Antiquities is typically open only in summer.
  • Some rooms or sections may close at short notice for state functions or official events.
  • Some Mondays or off-season days may have reduced access in certain parts of the palace.

How long should I spend at Stockholm Royal Palace?

Stockholm Royal Palace is larger than it first looks, and your visit time changes depending on how many palace sections you include. Use the breakdown below to decide whether you’re stopping in for the ceremonial rooms only or covering the full royal complex at a comfortable pace.

State Apartments only

45–60 minutes. Focuses on the ceremonial rooms, grand staircase, and Silver Throne without lingering in the museums.

State Apartments + Treasury

1.5 hours. Adds the crown jewels and regalia, with time for security, displays, and a few audio-guide stops.

State Apartments + Treasury + Museum of Three Crowns

2–2.5 hours. The most complete visit, covering the palace’s ceremonial heart and its medieval foundations.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stockholm Royal Palace opening hours

Yes. The area around the main courtyard gets much busier around the noon ceremony, and entry can feel slower or more confusing then. If you want quieter interiors, plan your visit such that you explore the interiors during the ceremony and head to the courtyard after it ends.