Drottningholm Palace Excursion

Get to know the private residence of the kings of Sweden with this boat excursion to Drottningholm Palace. You'll be able to walk through its stately rooms and discover its majestic garden.

Drottningholm Palace Excursion

Setting sail from Stockholm's Klara Mälarstrand pier, we will begin a boat ride on Lake Mälaren. After an hour, we will reach the island of Lovön, home to the Royal Domain of Drottningholm.

Drottningholm Palace was built in the 16th century and served as the royal family's summer residence until the 19th century. It has been the private residence of the monarch and its gardens and much of its interior are open to the public.

After obtaining your ticket, you can explore the extensive gardens, including a Baroque garden with tree-lined avenues and an adjoining English garden featuring marble statues among the vegetation.

Many kings have altered the palace's interior to reflect their tastes. As you explore the rooms, you will learn about the private quarters and the history of a residence inspired by the Château de Versailles.

You can also visit the Chinese Pavilion, an 18th-century palace, and the Drottningholm Theatre, which hosts an annual summer classical music festival and retains its original decor and stage machinery.

Schedules

The departure from Klara Mälarstrand pier is at 10 am, except in September when it is at 11 am. Returns from Drottningholm Palace are:

At 1 pm, arriving at 1:55 pmAt 3 pm, arriving at 3:55 pm

The duration of each journey is 55 minutes.

Entrance to Drottningholm

The entrance to Drottningholm Palace is not included, and tickets must be purchased at the ticket office upon arrival.