Queer tour
Drama, romance and politics. Welcome to the Royal Palace, where the past and present meet, and where history hasn't been conveniently rewritten.
The Hall of State at the Royal Palace of Stockholm is home to one of the most poignant objects in Swedish royal history: Queen Kristina's silver throne. The controversial queen, who was crowned king in 1650, ended her reign shortly afterwards amid a huge scandal.
In modern times, it was King Gustaf V who – in 1944, in the Royal Palace's Cabinet Meeting Room – signed the law that decriminalised homosexuality in Sweden.
Step into history at one of Europe's largest palaces. Four hundred years of history of style, created by Europe's most skilled craftsmen, artists and sculptors of their time.
The Royal Palace, located in the Old town in central Stockholm, is His Majesty The King’s official residence and the setting for most of the monarchy’s official receptions.
QUEER TOUR DURING PRIDE 2026
– NEW ITALIAN CUSTOMS
Pride week's theme tour with hidden stories of identity, gender norms and role models, told through history and art.
29–31 July at 11:00
The tour is for individual visitors, read more about the tour here
For larger groups, see below:
QUEER TOUR for groups
A theme tour for prebooked groups, during opening hours or after. The prices include a 45 minutes guided tour in groups of up to 30 participants.
fees for group visits
SEK 1,200 during ordinary opening hours
SEK 2,500 immediately before or after ordinary opening hours
SEK 5,000 at other times
In addition, entry charges apply per person, see entry fees.
Booking
You can book by e-mail, see the form under Contact us
You can also book by calling +46 (0)8 402 61 00 on weekdays between 9:00 and 12:00.
Entry charges can be paid in cash or invoiced.
Booking is binding, and cancellations must be made three days before the date of the tour. In the event of cancellations at shorter notice, the cost of booked guides and any guards will be charged for.
The Royal Palaces are part of the membership-based network Stockholm LGBT External link, opens in new window., a rainbow family of LGBTQ+ friendly travel businesses and community.
Top image: The Royal Palace of Stockholm. The image has been edited. Photo by StockholmLGBT.com
King Kristina (1626-1689), a controversial queen. Portrait by Sébastien Bourdon. Photo: Royalpalaces.se
The Royal Palace is open daily and open for group visits year round. Photo: StockholmLGBT.com
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