Drottningholm Palace on Postcard

"While the enormous Royal Palace in Stockholm’s Old Town is the king’s official residence, the family lives outside the center at Drottningholm. And this being Sweden , everyone is allowed to stop by. You can visit the interior, excluding the royal family’s private wing, and then roam around the extensive grounds. The estate is also famed for its theater, which still uses the original stage equipment from the 18th century. UNESCO lists Drottningholm as a World Heritage Site: “With its palace, perfectly preserved theatre (built in 1766), Chinese pavilion and gardens, it is the finest example of an 18th-century northern European royal residence inspired by the Palace of Versailles.”"

The Best Things to Do in Sweden

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"While the enormous Royal Palace in Stockholm’s Old Town is the king’s official residence, the family lives outside the center at Drottningholm. And this being Sweden , everyone is allowed to stop by. You can visit the interior, excluding the royal family’s private wing, and then roam around the extensive grounds. The estate is also famed for its theater, which still uses the original stage equipment from the 18th century. UNESCO lists Drottningholm as a World Heritage Site: “With its palace, perfectly preserved theatre (built in 1766), Chinese pavilion and gardens, it is the finest example of an 18th-century northern European royal residence inspired by the Palace of Versailles.”"

The Perfect Week in Sweden

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"While the enormous Royal Palace in Stockholm’s Old Town is the king’s official residence, the family lives outside the center at Drottningholm. And this being Sweden , everyone is allowed to stop by. You can visit the interior, excluding the royal family’s private wing, and then roam around the extensive grounds. The estate is also famed for its theater, which still uses the original stage equipment from the 18th century. UNESCO lists Drottningholm as a World Heritage Site: “With its palace, perfectly preserved theatre (built in 1766), Chinese pavilion and gardens, it is the finest example of an 18th-century northern European royal residence inspired by the Palace of Versailles.”"

The Best Things to Do in Stockholm

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"While the enormous Royal Palace in Stockholm’s Old Town is the king’s official residence, the family lives outside the center at Drottningholm. And this being Sweden , everyone is allowed to stop by. You can visit the interior, excluding the royal family’s private wing, and then roam around the extensive grounds. The estate is also famed for its theater, which still uses the original stage equipment from the 18th century. UNESCO lists Drottningholm as a World Heritage Site: “With its palace, perfectly preserved theatre (built in 1766), Chinese pavilion and gardens, it is the finest example of an 18th-century northern European royal residence inspired by the Palace of Versailles.”"

Stockholm by Water

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"While the enormous Royal Palace in Stockholm’s Old Town is the king’s official residence, the family lives outside the center at Drottningholm. And this being Sweden , everyone is allowed to stop by. You can visit the interior, excluding the royal family’s private wing, and then roam around the extensive grounds. The estate is also famed for its theater, which still uses the original stage equipment from the 18th century. UNESCO lists Drottningholm as a World Heritage Site: “With its palace, perfectly preserved theatre (built in 1766), Chinese pavilion and gardens, it is the finest example of an 18th-century northern European royal residence inspired by the Palace of Versailles.”"

Day Trips from Stockholm

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Shakir

Google

One of my favorite places in Stockholm. You can easily reach here via public transport. The palace looks beautiful both front and back view. There is a big garden in the back with nice fountains. It is a big area and you can spend a whole day here in the palace and the garden area. Visit during autumn for the colorful trees.

Julien van der waal

Google

A beautiful palace with lots of history! To visit the palace you need to pay but all outside areas including the Royal gardens are free to enter, I'd say paying for entrance is definitely worth it as the inside has lots of beautiful art and furniture. Sadly the Chinese palace was closed as it's only open between may and september.

Wonder Mahembe

Google

They say Drottningholm Palace was built to impress, and impress it does. From the amazing design, the incredibly well kept gardens, the symmetry, and the many many water fountains. Quite a nice place to get lost while wandering around the massive compound. It's also fun for family picnics as there are plenty of places to sit and chill. There is a reliable public transport just outside, and it's easy to find buses connecting to nearby suburbs and towards Stockholm Central.

Sirli R

Google

This was a great experience. I was so amazed. Lots to see. These details and history. Wow what a garden, so much fountains and trees. This was beautiful. I bought a combined ticket on the spot. I was able to visit both the main building and the Chinese pavilion. There is a cafe before the castle and there is also a small cafe by the Chinese pavilion. You can also have a picnic in the garden with your own food if you wish.

Milad Selemankhil

Google

Beautiful and historical place to take a stroll with your loved ones. The fall vibes here is awesome and you can get your insta worthy pictures here. It also has a nice cafe where you can fika with your friends.

Nikolas Konstantinou

Google

We visited that Swedish Royal Palace, where the royal family resides. Refers to Gastro in the gardens and enjoyed the beautiful nature. Then we went inside the palace and made the tour. I highly recommend having the tour as there is a lot of details that you might miss out if you just see the pace on your own. Highly recommend visiting this palace as a tourist point of interest

Isuru Chamara

Google

Visiting Drottningholm Palace was a fantastic experience, even though it's a bit far from Stockholm city. You'll need to use public transport to get there, but trust me, the trip is well worth it. Make sure to plan your visit so you arrive before 17:00 if you want to explore inside the palace, as it closes then. It takes about 45 minutes to see the inside rooms, and it's a good idea to book your tickets in advance. There are online audio guides available for each room, which add a lot to the experience. Most of the rooms are filled with items that the royals used, like furniture, paintings, and other interesting artifacts. While the interior is impressive, the real highlight for us was the garden outside. The well-maintained hedges and water fountains span a vast area, making it a joy to walk around and take pictures. The garden is truly stunning and adds a whole new dimension to the visit. Overall, we had a really good time at Drottningholm Palace. It's a perfect blend of history and natural beauty, making it a must-visit if you're in Stockholm.

N N (Pom)

Google

Easily accessible from the Stockholm city center by public transport. It takes about one hour depended on where you are. Not only the palace, but the palace park is also a great place to visit. There aren't many people on weekday mornings, but if you want to visit the China pavilion, you have to come on weekends.

Shakir

Google

One of my favorite places in Stockholm. You can easily reach here via public transport. The palace looks beautiful both front and back view. There is a big garden in the back with nice fountains. It is a big area and you can spend a whole day here in the palace and the garden area. Visit during autumn for the colorful trees.

Julien van der waal

Google

A beautiful palace with lots of history! To visit the palace you need to pay but all outside areas including the Royal gardens are free to enter, I'd say paying for entrance is definitely worth it as the inside has lots of beautiful art and furniture. Sadly the Chinese palace was closed as it's only open between may and september.

Wonder Mahembe

Google

They say Drottningholm Palace was built to impress, and impress it does. From the amazing design, the incredibly well kept gardens, the symmetry, and the many many water fountains. Quite a nice place to get lost while wandering around the massive compound. It's also fun for family picnics as there are plenty of places to sit and chill. There is a reliable public transport just outside, and it's easy to find buses connecting to nearby suburbs and towards Stockholm Central.

Sirli R

Google

This was a great experience. I was so amazed. Lots to see. These details and history. Wow what a garden, so much fountains and trees. This was beautiful. I bought a combined ticket on the spot. I was able to visit both the main building and the Chinese pavilion. There is a cafe before the castle and there is also a small cafe by the Chinese pavilion. You can also have a picnic in the garden with your own food if you wish.

Milad Selemankhil

Google

Beautiful and historical place to take a stroll with your loved ones. The fall vibes here is awesome and you can get your insta worthy pictures here. It also has a nice cafe where you can fika with your friends.

Nikolas Konstantinou

Google

We visited that Swedish Royal Palace, where the royal family resides. Refers to Gastro in the gardens and enjoyed the beautiful nature. Then we went inside the palace and made the tour. I highly recommend having the tour as there is a lot of details that you might miss out if you just see the pace on your own. Highly recommend visiting this palace as a tourist point of interest

Isuru Chamara

Google

Visiting Drottningholm Palace was a fantastic experience, even though it's a bit far from Stockholm city. You'll need to use public transport to get there, but trust me, the trip is well worth it. Make sure to plan your visit so you arrive before 17:00 if you want to explore inside the palace, as it closes then. It takes about 45 minutes to see the inside rooms, and it's a good idea to book your tickets in advance. There are online audio guides available for each room, which add a lot to the experience. Most of the rooms are filled with items that the royals used, like furniture, paintings, and other interesting artifacts. While the interior is impressive, the real highlight for us was the garden outside. The well-maintained hedges and water fountains span a vast area, making it a joy to walk around and take pictures. The garden is truly stunning and adds a whole new dimension to the visit. Overall, we had a really good time at Drottningholm Palace. It's a perfect blend of history and natural beauty, making it a must-visit if you're in Stockholm.

N N (Pom)

Google

Easily accessible from the Stockholm city center by public transport. It takes about one hour depended on where you are. Not only the palace, but the palace park is also a great place to visit. There aren't many people on weekday mornings, but if you want to visit the China pavilion, you have to come on weekends.

Drottningholm Palace

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