Skokloster Castle

Slottsskogen Skoklostervägen
Excellent
Duration

4 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

9 people

Languages

English

Cancelation

Redfundable before Tour start

Day trips from Stockholm to Skokloster Castle

If you are looking to explore Sweden beyond Stockholm, than a day trip to Skokloster Castle could be exactly what you are looking for. A visit to Skokloster will take you north of the city to the scenic Sko Peninsula on Lake Mälaren. The Baroque castle has retained most of its original features, and is one of the best preserved castles in the world.

With this ticket you can visit Skokloster Castle’s magnificent state apartments, permanent exhibitions and temporary exhibitions. You can easily make your own way through the castle but both guided tours and audio guides can be booked on-site.

The history of Skokloster

From the 13th-century until the Swedish reformation in the 16th-century Skokloster belonged to a Cistercian convent. During the reformation the grounds were confiscated by the Crown, and in 1611 the estate was gifted to Herman Wrangel by King Karl IX. It was his son, Carl Gustaf Wrangel and daughter in law, who had the castle built between 1654 and 1676.

300 years later, in 1967, the castle and its extensive collection passed to the Swedish state and it became a state-run museum. Over the years, Skokloster Castle’s collection had grown to consist of more than 50,000 objects. Among the many objects is the world-famous masterpiece Vertumnus by Guiseppe Arcimboldo, and other spectacular art pieces.

Visit Skokloster Castle in summer

Now you can visit this spectacular castle in the summer months or during holidays. The rest of the year, the castle is only open to booked groups, special events, and holiday activities. During your visit you can visit the castle, see its exhibitions, join children’s activities, explore the castle grounds and enjoy lunch or tea at the Castle cafe.

  • Explore the 17th-century castle and its grounds at your own pace
  • See permanent and temporary exhibitions
  • Discover its unique collection of art, weapons, books and textiles
    • Children Children and youth up to18 years of age: free admissionChildren must be accompanied by an adult
    • Opening hours 1 June to 1 September: 11.00 – 17.0026 October to 3 November: 11.00 - 16.00Christmas Market 30 November & 1 December: 11.00 - 16.00Last admission is 45 minutes before closing
    • Languages Guided tours available to purchase on-site are available in Swedish and EnglishAudio guides available to purchase on-site in Swedish and English, and for the permanent exhibition Dreams of Skokloster in German and Spanish
    • Ticket information Ticket directly available on smartphoneTickets can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 48 hours in advance
    • More information Strollers or pushchairs are not permitted inside the museumFood, beverages, large bags, or backpacks are not allowed in the museum's roomsFree lockers are providedNo animals are allowed except for guide dogsFor questions about the product, please contact [email protected]
    • Accessibility Free access to bathroom

    Skoklosters slott
    Stockholm

    Public Transport

    The nearest stop is Skokloster (bus 311).

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    Skokloster Castle
    Anna Svensson
    18/07/2024
    Så många vackra rum och så mycket historia att utforska! Jag älskade det!
    Skokloster Castle
    David Wu
    10/07/2024
    Pretty good experience overall. The castle has some cool history but could use more info about the stuff in exhibits.
    Skokloster Castle
    Luca Rossi
    30/06/2024
    La visita è stata fantastica! La guida era molto simpatica e informata. Consiglio vivamente di andare!
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