Boat to Drottningholm Palace
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Take a trip with beautiful ships from the turn of the last century through scenic Lake Mälaren to the World Heritage Site Drottningholm. Enjoy the beautiful, peaceful environment, and take the opportunity to visit the Chinese Pavilion, the Palace Theatre, Drottningholm Palace and the beautiful Palace Park.
Take the boat to Drottningholm
The most beautiful way to get to Drottningholm is the waterway on Lake Mälaren. Join our boat trip to Drottningholm with the historic ships S/S Drottningholm or M/S Prins Carl Philip. It is an experience in itself.
The most beautiful way to get to Drottningholm is the waterway on Lake Mälaren. Join our boat trip to Drottningholm with the historic ships S/S Drottningholm or M/S Prins Carl Philip. It is an experience in itself.
Drottningholm – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Drottningholm is the best-preserved castle built in the 17th century and the decor has been influenced by several kings and queens. The Royal Family moved in 1981 and today the Royal Couple uses it as their permanent residence. Drottningholm Castle area, built after French models in the 17th and 18th centuries, was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1991.
Drottningholm is the best-preserved castle built in the 17th century and the decor has been influenced by several kings and queens. The Royal Family moved in 1981 and today the Royal Couple uses it as their permanent residence. Drottningholm Castle area, built after French models in the 17th and 18th centuries, was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1991.
Things to do at Drottningholm
At Drottningholm, there is a lot to see and experience for the whole family. Pick out the parts that you find interesting – here are some of our top tips:
At Drottningholm, there is a lot to see and experience for the whole family. Pick out the parts that you find interesting – here are some of our top tips:
Drottningholm Palace
Discover the castle on your own or join a guided tour through the castle's halls. The guided tours are available in Swedish or English. For families, there are specially tailored tours that are entertaining for both children and adults. The family tours are perfect for children between 6 and 10 years old. Buy your entrance ticket to Drottningholm Palace online – the entrance ticket is available as an option when you book your boat ticket to Drottningholm.
Discover the castle on your own or join a guided tour through the castle's halls. The guided tours are available in Swedish or English. For families, there are specially tailored tours that are entertaining for both children and adults. The family tours are perfect for children between 6 and 10 years old. Buy your entrance ticket to Drottningholm Palace online – the entrance ticket is available as an option when you book your boat ticket to Drottningholm.
The Chinese Pavilion
In the far part of Drottningholm Palace Park is the Chinese Pavilion, the beautiful Chinese-style castle from 1753. Wander around the castle on your own or let the free audio guide tell you more about the history of the castle. Buy your entrance ticket to the Chinese Pavilion online – the entrance ticket is available as an option when you book your boat ticket to Drottningholm.
In the far part of Drottningholm Palace Park is the Chinese Pavilion, the beautiful Chinese-style castle from 1753. Wander around the castle on your own or let the free audio guide tell you more about the history of the castle. Buy your entrance ticket to the Chinese Pavilion online – the entrance ticket is available as an option when you book your boat ticket to Drottningholm.
Drottningholm Palace Theatre
Drottningholm Palace Theatre is the world's oldest theatre in carefully preserved original condition. Here you can see and enjoy world-class opera, exciting screenings, and activities for the whole family. During the screenings, you will learn more about the history of the theatre, but also about the features of the stage machinery and the secrets of theatre life. Buy your entrance ticket to Drottningholm Palace Theatre online – the entrance ticket is available as an option when you book your boat ticket to Drottningholm. See opening hours and get more information about the guided tours on Drottningholm Palace Theatres web page.
Drottningholm Palace Theatre is the world's oldest theatre in carefully preserved original condition. Here you can see and enjoy world-class opera, exciting screenings, and activities for the whole family. During the screenings, you will learn more about the history of the theatre, but also about the features of the stage machinery and the secrets of theatre life. Buy your entrance ticket to Drottningholm Palace Theatre online – the entrance ticket is available as an option when you book your boat ticket to Drottningholm. See opening hours and get more information about the guided tours on Drottningholm Palace Theatres web page.
Drottningholms Palace Park
Drottningholm Palace Park is open all year round so you can come here every month of the year and experience the park's different shapes. On a walk through the park, you will be moved between a formal garden planned in the late 17th century, a more relaxed English-style park started around a century later, and more intimate 1760s bosquets at the Chinese Pavilion.
Drottningholm Palace Park is open all year round so you can come here every month of the year and experience the park's different shapes. On a walk through the park, you will be moved between a formal garden planned in the late 17th century, a more relaxed English-style park started around a century later, and more intimate 1760s bosquets at the Chinese Pavilion.
Children’s Activities at Drottningholm
An excursion to Drottningholm is appreciated by both children and adults. At Drottningholm, there are always tours and activities adapted to children. Go on Lion Safari, or Fauna or Flora – picture hunts where ingsyou must find specific motifs in the castle. Perfect activities for children between 4 and 12 years old. A reward is promised!
The Royal Gift Shop
Want to bring a memory home with you? In the Royal Gift Shop, you will find a wide selection of books, interior items, and jewelry in all price ranges. There are also delicacies such as tea, coffee, and confectionery in beautiful packaging. Many of the products that you can buy in the gift shop are directly inspired by the Royal Collections.
Want to bring a memory home with you? In the Royal Gift Shop, you will find a wide selection of books, interior items, and jewelry in all price ranges. There are also delicacies such as tea, coffee, and confectionery in beautiful packaging. Many of the products that you can buy in the gift shop are directly inspired by the Royal Collections.