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Practical information, Access
Mobile phones
Should be set to silent mode during the visit.
Parking
No visitor parking by the church. Car park at Riddarholmen that are managed by the City of Stockholm.
Fragile floors
The Church´s floor of tombstones is very fragile. Canes with metal tips must not be used.
Ice Grips for Shoes. Must not be used indoors. Removable ice grips must be taken off and built-in ones retracted before the visit.
Bags. Large bags, back packs, suitcases and umbrellas are not allowed inside the church.
Photographing and filming
Photographing and filming are allowed for private use – without flash/lights, tripods, selfie sticks or other fixed equipment – as long as it does not disturb other visitors, guided tours, or other activity at the palace. Photographing and filming with 360 camera or drone camera is not allowed. Commercial or other arranged photography or filming are not allowed.
For commercial use, permission in advance is needed from the Information Department at the Royal Court, at photo@royalcourt.se.
Toilets
No toilets in the church. Toilets are located by the Riddarholmen car park, Wrangelska backen/Gymnasiegränd. Citytoilet, charge SEK 5.
Entrance
Wheelchair accessible entrance via the entrance on the north long side of the church. Our staff will open after ringing the entrance phone, marked with a symbol.
Steps/Ramps
Ramps are available where there is a few steps or differences in levels inside the church.
Toilets
No wheelchair accessible toilets at the church. Toilets are located by the car park at the ship Mälardrottningen. Charge: SEK 5.
Parking
A parking place for disabled are available next to the wheelchair accessible entrance.
Companions
Companions to visitors with disabilities have free admission.
Contact
For more information about accessibility call: +46 8 402 61 00, weekdays 9:00–12:00

Here you will find information about accessibility to the church. Photo: Royalpalaces.se
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