Gustav III's Paviljong

Welcome to Gustav III's Pavilion, Stockholm

Gustav III's Pavilion is a neoclassical royal retreat nestled in Haga Park, just north of Stockholm. Built between 1787 and 1792 under the guidance of King Gustav III and architect Olof Tempelman, its rich Pompeian interiors—designed by Louis Masreliez—reflect the elegant Gustavian aesthetic. Today, it functions as a museum of Gustavian interior art. (stockholmmuseum.com)

Historical Context

The Pavilion stands as one of Sweden’s finest examples of late 18th-century European neoclassicism. It marked the king’s private summer retreat and architectural vision. After Gustav III’s assassination in 1792, it continued to serve members of the royal family. Restorations in the 1840s and between 1937–1946 preserved its original interiors using Masreliez’s own designs. (stockholmmuseum.com)

Landmarks

• Copper Tents (Koppartälten): Whimsical buildings beside the Pavilion originally designed to resemble Ottoman tents. One now houses the Haga Park Museum.
• Haga Palace Ruins: Foundations of the never-completed Great Haga Palace, a majestic project halted after the king’s death.
• Haga Echo Temple: A charming summer dining pavilion created in 1790 with unique acoustic effects.

Museums

• Gustav III's Pavilion

  A museum highlighting Gustavian interior art, allowing visitors to explore richly restored rooms in original style.

  Visit Website

  Opening Hours: Summer guided tours (June–August) from approximately 12:00 to 16:00. (royalpalaces.se)

  Ticket Price: Individual tickets: Adults SEK 130, Students SEK 110, Children (7–17) SEK 65; group tours require booking and additional fees (e.g., SEK 1,200 + per-person entry). (royalpalaces.se)

• Haga Park Museum (in the Copper Tents)

  Features the wooden model of the unbuilt Haga Great Palace and exhibits on the park’s history and royal projects.

  Visit Website

  Opening Hours: Open in summer alongside the Pavilion; exact times coincide with guided tours. (stockholmmuseum.com)

  Ticket Price: Accessible via guided tour admission (as above).

Tips for Visitors

• Plan your visit during summer (June–August) when guided tours are available—booking in advance is advisable for groups. (royalpalaces.se)
• Combine your visit with a stroll through Haga Park to see multiple royal landmarks in one scenic setting.

Sources

• Royal Palaces of Sweden – Visit details, opening hours, pricing and guided tour fees (royalpalaces.se)
• Stockholm Museum – Pavilion description and visitor information (stockholmmuseum.com)
• Statens Fastighetsverk – Historical information and preservation efforts (sfv.se)
• Royal Palaces of Sweden – History of Gustav III’s Pavilion (kungligaslotten.se)