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Strömsholm Palace

Guided tours

Follow along on a guided tour and hear about the palace’s royal history, the history of the building itself and the preserved furnishings.

Tours are for individuals, and cost SEK 30 in addition to the standard entry price.

Guided tours all open days:
11:00 and 13:00 in Swedish and 15:00 in English.

These tours cannot be booked in advance.

A guided tour takes approximately 45 minutes. To follow a guided tour simply buy your tour ticket at the palace, about five minutes before the starting time of the tour.

Photo: Dick Norberg/Royalpalaces.se

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Group Visits

Pre-booked tours can be given in English or Swedish. For groups with specific interests, tours can focus on topics such as art, furniture...

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Events

Rebaroque at Strömsholm 30 Aug

Late summer brings a musical experience in a palace setting. Strömsholm will play host to Rebaroque – a modern and innovative ensemble wh...

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The Palace

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The Palace Park

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The Chapel

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The Palace Shop

The Royal Gift Shop sells decorative items, accessories, postcards and classic souvenirs to suit all budgets.

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The Palace Café

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FAQ

  • Is it possible to take wedding photos inside the royal palaces?

    Wedding photography is not permitted in the rooms of the royal palaces.

    In the case of wedding ceremonies in Rosersberg Palace Chapel, Strömsholm Palace Chapel and Ulriksdal Palace Chapel, it is fine to take photographs in the chapel, but not in the rooms of the palaces.

  • Is it possible to take wedding photos in the palace parks?

    It is permitted to take wedding photos for private use in our palace parks. Please respect the following: it is not permitted to set up bulky photography equipment and/or props, to cordon off or drive vehicles onto our park areas or in any other way disturb other park visitors.
    Please note the special stipulations for photography in our Image and Media Gallery.

  • Can I pre-book a ticket for the general palace tours?

    Tickets can be purchased on the same day at any of our ticket offices; no advance purchase available.

  • Are there any storage lockers at the royal palaces?

    The Royal Palace of Stockholm: There are a few storage lockers available at Tickets & Information and in the Tre Kronor Museum. However, we would recommend not bringing any large bags with you. The other royal palaces and visitor attractions: No storage lockers available.

  • Can I take my bag into the royal palaces?

    Small bags are permitted at our visitor attractions. Rucksacks should be carried in your hand or on your front. Do not leave any bags unattended. Bags and cases with wheels are not permitted.

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