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Royal Palace

Kungliga Slottet

At times referred to by Swedes at the "Royal Castle". Built between 1697 and 1754, dominating the north-eastern part of the Old Town, the Royal Palace is the official residence of the monarch of Sweden. However, the Royal family lives at Drottningholm in Ekerö, using the Royal Palace only for official ceremonies. It is open to the public unless being used for a state ceremony. Entrance ticket includes The Royal Apartments, the Tre Kronor Museum, the Treasury, and Gustav III's Museum of Antiquities.

Hours: Daily: May-Sep 10:00-17:00, Oct-Apr 10:00-16:00
Price: Adults 160 kr, students and children 80 kr
Website: kungligaslotten.se (opens in a new tab)

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