Hallwylska Palace - Free Audio Guide

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

Hallwylska palatset, Hamngatan, Klara, Norrmalm, Norra Innerstaden, Stockholms kommun, Solna kommun, Stockholms län, 111 46, Sverige

Hallwylska Palace, Stockholm
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Hallwylska palatset, located at Hamngatan 4 in Stockholm, is a historic museum housed in a magnificent private residence built in 1898. The palace was donated to the state in 1920 by Wilhelmina von Hallwyl, who wished to preserve her extensive collection of art and antiques for public viewing. Visitors can explore over 50,000 well-documented objects, including fine porcelain and silver, as well as the stunning interiors that reflect life in a patrician home around the turn of the 20th century. The museum opened to the public in 1938. Admission is typically free, and the museum offers guided tours for a deeper understanding of its collections. Accessibility features are available for visitors with mobility issues.