Wilhelm Palais

Wilhelm Palais is a neoclassical residence in Stuttgart's city center featuring clean, symmetrically arranged lines and balanced proportions. The modern reconstruction was completed in 1965 and since 2018 the building houses a city museum with exhibition spaces and multimedia installations documenting Stuttgart's history.

King Wilhelm I of Württemberg commissioned architect Giovanni Salucci to build this palace between 1834 and 1840 as a residence for his daughters Marie and Sophie. The location gained historical significance when the last Württemberg king, Wilhelm II, abdicated in November 1918 following revolutionary events that ended the monarchy.

The building now hosts exhibitions exploring Stuttgart's development and showcasing the city's story across different periods. Visitors find displays about local heritage and regional characteristics that highlight the city's importance in the broader region.

The palace is located near Charlottenplatz and easy to reach. Inside you will find a café, various exhibition areas, and multimedia installations where visitors can explore Stuttgart's development over many centuries.

Few visitors realize the building was nearly destroyed and had to be reconstructed in 1965 following its original plans. This restoration made it possible to preserve the neoclassical style faithfully and re-establish the palace as a cultural center for the city.

Location: Stuttgart-Mitte

Inception: 1840

Architects: Giovanni Salucci

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Address: Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 2, 70173 Stuttgart

GPS coordinates: 48.77610,9.18417

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43