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Royal PalacevsStockholm City Hall
Both are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Royal Palace ranks significantly better than Stockholm City Hall. Royal Palace scores 91 with praise from 5 reviewers including Fodor's, Time Out and Michelin Guide.
Royal Palace
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Time Out
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
U.S. News & World Report
111 30, Riddarholmen, Stockholm, Sweden
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Fodor's "To survey the crown jewels, which are no longer used in this self-consciously egalitarian country, head to the Skattkammaren (Treasury)." Full review
Concierge "Inspired by Versailles, it is noted for its perfectly preserved theater dating from 1766, Chinese pavilions, and gardens in English and baroque styles."
Frommer's "Kungliga Slottet is one of the few official residences of a European monarch that's open to the public." Full review
Time Out "It's the stories behind the rooms and decorations that make the palace especially interesting." Full review
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Royal Chapel... services are held every Sunday and all are welcome to attend.
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Visitors are able to discover its glories in the Royal apartments, the guest apartments, the throne room, the Royal arsenal and the treasury room." Full review
Afar Magazine "One of the world’s largest royal residences, the impressive palace dominates Stockholm’s Old Town." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"It's also a popular tourist attraction. Visitors are allowed to tour the Royal Apartments, Treasury and the Tre Kronor Museum...there are about four different sets of apartments" Full review
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But if you are short on time, don't miss royal relics, including crowns and swords, found in the Treasury, or the Hall of State, found in the Royal Apartments.
Stockholm City Hall Fodor's Frommer's Michelin Guide Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Hantverkargatan 1, Stockholm, Sweden )
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Fodor's "Its immense Blå Hallen (Blue Hall) is the venue for the annual Nobel Prize dinner, Stockholm's main social event." Full review
Frommer's "A lofty square tower bearing three gilt crowns, the symbol of Sweden, and the national coat of arms dominates the red-brick structure." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"From the terrace, visitors enjoy the unforgettable panorama over the city and the islands." Full review
Afar Magazine "Its possible to take a guided tour around the building and admire the architecture, especially the gold room which is made up of millions of mosaics...the building where Nobel Prize winners party" Full review
Travel + Leisure "City Hall is one of Stockholm's most famous buildings, but beyond that, it gives anyone willing to climb the stairs in the tower an unparalleled view of the whole city"
Stockholm Travel Guide
August 5, 2021
