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.
Tessin Palace at a Glance#
Address: Tessin Palace vicinity, Stockholm County, often listed under Rikssalen / Royal properties
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.
Weather & Climate near Tessin Palace#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 39 mm | overcast | 96% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 28 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 41 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 0° - 9° | 1° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Very Good | 5° - 16° | 10° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.2h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.5h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 55 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 52 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 60 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -6° | 47 mm | overcast | 97% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
