Tessin Palace

Tessin Palace stands next to the Royal Palace and features Baroque elements with a decorative courtyard garden at Bollhusgränd 4. The building blends classical Swedish construction with southern European design from the late 1600s.

Nicodemus Tessin the Younger built this residence between 1694 and 1700, drawing on architectural ideas from his studies in Italy and France. The finished building helped change Stockholm's appearance and showed new possibilities for large private structures.

The palace displays the Carolean Baroque style with Mediterranean forms that craftsmen introduced to Sweden when building it. The facades and interior spaces show this artistic blend that was uncommon for Stockholm at the time.

The building serves as the residence of the Governor of Stockholm County and remains an administrative center in the old town. Visitors should know it is an active administrative site and not open for tours.

Karl XI Gallery contains ceiling paintings that merge the king's achievements with depictions of ancient gods. This artistic blend of royal propaganda and classical motifs is rare to see in Swedish buildings.

GPS coordinates: 59.32563,18.07319

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:41