Tessin Palace

Palace 17th-century palace on Stockholm's Gamla Stan, historic interiors

In Stockholm’s old town, Tessin Palace (Tessinska palatset) showcases 17th-century Baroque architecture by Nicodemus Tessin; visitors see its facade while exploring nearby Royal Palace and cobbled streets.

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Tessin Palace
Tessin Palace vicinity, Stockholm County, often listed under Rikssalen / Royal properties
59.3258, 18.0722

How to Get to Tessin Palace #

Tessin Palace is in central Stockholm. From the central station or Gamla Stan, it’s an easy 10-15 minute walk. Numerous buses and the metro service central stops; taxis and ferries access nearby quays.

Tips for Visiting Tessin Palace #

  • Ask at the palace information desk if interior tours are available-some state rooms open only for special tours or events.
  • Visit late afternoon for a quieter setting and golden light on the facade overlooking the canal.
  • Combine the visit with a walk to nearby Gamla Stan (Old Town) and the Royal Palace for a fuller historical day.

Best Time to Visit Tessin Palace #

Best in summer for outdoor sight-seeing and late daylight hours; shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Long daylight hours and outdoor events; Stockholm is at its liveliest.
Late spring & early autumn
May & Sep · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Cooler and less crowded; ideal for walking canals and palace districts.

Weather & Climate near Tessin Palace #

Climate

Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (582 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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