From 7 January 2026, the museum’s visitor restrooms will be renovated. Restrooms are available at Slottsboden. Unfortunately, an accessible toilet is not available during the renovation.

Explore Swedish
royal history!

Looking for exciting things to do in the Old Town in the heart of Stockholm? Visit the Royal Armoury at the Stockholm Royal Palace!

Plan your visit
Entrance to the Royal Armoury in the Stockholm castle in Gamla Stan, with Nationalmuseum in the background.

Opening hours

Open today 11:00–17:00
Opening hours

What's on

Discover, explore and have royal fun together. We offer activities for children and adults.
All activities

Guided Tours in English

Step into the world of the Swedish court and discover a treasure trove of royal history. We offer guided tours in English on weekends.

About the tours
Visitors in the museum.
Photo: Helena Bonnevier/SHM.

Easter Holiday

Come and create crafts, check out the popular Children's Armoury and join a playful family tour amongst kings and queens.

About Easter Holiday
Two children doing crafts.
Photo: Helena Bonnevier/SHM.

Culture Night Stockholm, Saturday the 18th of April 2026

Hat night at the Royal Armoury: Open with free admission 6 PM to 12 AM.

Enjoy handmade masterpieces in the delightful exhibition “Hat Couture”. Get inspired by vibrant pillbox hats, elegant turbans, sassy fascinators and create your own personal hat with a royal touch. Meet the association Skapande Broderi Stockholm, who are embroidering on the theme “hats”.

Grillska huset serves mingle‑friendly drinks and snacks in the magnificent Stensalen overlooking the Royal Palace. Don’t miss the new exhibition "King Kristina" by Konstskolan Linnea, a tribute to the queen who was born 400 years ago.

Plan your visit
Exhibitionphoto Hat Couture.
Photo: Jens Mohr/SHM.

Current temporary exhibitions:

New exhibition

Hatt Couture

An exhibition about royal hats at the Royal Armoury.

Museum highlights

Step into centuries of royal history at Sweden’s oldest museum. Here are six highlights you won't want to miss.

See the list
Taxidermied horse and regalia.

Royal fun at the Royal Armoury

Discover shining armor and costumes, explore the Little Armoury, or find the Castle Mouse in the magical vaults.

Visit us with kids
Children dressed as kings and queens
Photo: Helena Bonnevier/SHM.

Exhibition about Sweden’s royal history

Learn about the history of Sweden through the monarchy.

Visit the exhibition
A display with royal costumes
Photo: Erik Lerneståhl/SHM.

The Royal Carriage Hall

The royal carriage hall has been updated with new stories and objects. Come and experience the golden treasures.

Visit the royal carriage hall
A display with a royal dress
Photo: Jens Mohr, The Royal Armory/SHM.

Plan visit

Plan your visit

Practical information about prams/strollers, wardrobe, bags and more.

Audio guide

Listen to our audio guide in several languages.

Admission and tickets

Admission fees and prices for programs, lectures and guided tours.

Museum shop

Find gifts for both you and others.

Visit the museum shop
Items from the museum shop

Swedish monarchs

From Gustav Vasa to the present time.

Discover Swedish monarchs
Portrait, Queen Kristina of Sweden

Royal histories

About royal costumes, weapons and
stories about royal destinies.

Discover Swedish royal history
Portrait of king with sweet baked goods