Royal Opera Concert

Welcome to Royal Opera Concert, Stockholm

Experience the sublime blend of music and majesty at the Royal Swedish Opera in Stockholm, Sweden. Situated at Gustav Adolfs torg, this iconic opera house hosts stunning concerts and performances in a historic setting.

Historical Context

The Royal Swedish Opera serves as Sweden’s national stage for opera and ballet, with roots dating back to the 18th century. It stands on Gustav Adolfs torg, opposite historic landmarks such as Arvfurstens palats, former royal residence from the late 18th century.

Landmarks

• Gustav Adolfs torg: A central square featuring the statue of King Gustav II Adolf and surrounded by important government and cultural buildings.
• Arvfurstens palats: A former palace built 1783–1794, now housing the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, facing the opera house.
• Riddarholmen Church: One of Stockholm’s oldest buildings (late 13th century), final resting place of most Swedish monarchs, located nearby.
• Obelisk at Slottsbacken: A 30 m monument unveiled in 1800 to commemorate citizens’ efforts in the Russo‑Swedish War, located close to the Royal Palace area.

Museums

• Nationalmuseum

  Sweden’s premier art museum, displaying both national and international collections.

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  Opening Hours: See website for current opening hours

  Ticket Price: Adults SEK 160; last 60 minutes SEK 80; free for under‑20s; free Thursdays 17–20; groups (10+) SEK 110/person (nationalmuseum.se).

• Swedish Museum of Natural History (Naturhistoriska riksmuseet)

  A leading institution for natural sciences, featuring exhibitions and Cosmonova.

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  Opening Hours: Closed Mondays; Tue‑Fri 11:00‑17:00; Thur until 21:00; Sat‑Sun 10:00‑17:00 (check for holidays) (nrm.se).

  Ticket Price: Exhibitions SEK 160 (children 0–18 free); combination with Cosmonova SEK 250; Cosmonova only SEK 150; annual pass SEK 350 (nrm.se).

Tips for Visitors

• Purchase Opera tickets online to avoid service fees; box office opens 2 hours before performances (operan.se).
• Take advantage of reduced ticket categories such as under‑26, students, and group discounts at the Royal Swedish Opera (operan.se).
• Visit Nationalmuseum on Thursday evenings for free entry into the museum (17:00–20:00) (nationalmuseum.se).

Sources

• Royal Swedish Opera ticket information and opening hours (operan.se)
• Nationalmuseum admission details (nationalmuseum.se)
• Swedish Museum of Natural History hours and pricing (nrm.se)