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Stockholm Cathedral (Storkyrkan)

1 Trångsund, Södermalm, Stockholms län

Description

Storkyrkan or Stockholms domkyrka (Stockholm Cathedral) was built in the 13th century in Stockholm's Old Town (Gamla Stan), making it the oldest church in the city. Although it has retained medieval architectural features such as a vaulted ceiling supported by brick pillars (like its Hanseatic League contemporaries), the exterior was transformed in the 18th century: the façade was given a Baroque design and a new tower spire was commissioned. Highlights include the main altarpiece made of ebony and silver, a large equestrian statue depicting the legend of Saint George and the Dragon, large paintings, and several graves and funerary monuments.

Access & Transport

The church is located across the road from the southwest corner of the Royal Palace in Gamla Stan, in the centre of the city. The Slottsbacken and Riddarhustorget bus stops are both 300m away and it is a 15mins walk to the main train station.

Instructions & Recommendations

We suggest combining this activity with a visit of the Royal Palace and/or Armoury and an exploration of the neighbourhood.

Meta review

The cathedral is often described as quite small given its status and perhaps not worth the entrance fee but with many interesting artworks inside, in particular the sculpture of St. George fighting the dragon and the main altarpieces. As often, some reviewers railing against the paid entrance for a religious edifice.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral. The cathedral is part of city's cultural, artistic and architectural heritages

Conclusion

Storkyran possesses an atypical façade that belies a medieval interior with plenty of interesting, and impressive, decorative pieces. Given its proximity to other sights, it is not hard to recommend to amateurs of religious arts but for others it may not warrant the admission fee.

Key positive

Several impressive decorative artworks

Centrally located and near several other attractions

Key negative

Entrance price slightly elevated considering the building's size

Suitability

Accessible and no religious denomination restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 15m

est. visit time:0h 45m

Regulated hours

Monday09:00 - 18:00

Tuesday09:00 - 18:00

Wednesday09:00 - 18:00

Thursday09:00 - 18:00

Friday09:00 - 18:00

Saturday09:00 - 18:00

Sunday09:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
SEK 70
Adult
18 - 64
SEK 100
Child
3 - 17
SEK 0
Infant
0 - 2
SEK 0
Audio guide (adults) is included in the entrance fee

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