Travel companies and authorised guides

The following information is aimed at travel companies and authorised guides who wish to visit Gripsholm Castle with groups. Below, you can read about independent visits, logistics, practical information, payment and tours with a castle guide.

Independent visits

We are admitting external groups to Gripsholms Castle within opening hours. Guided tours may be held indoors.

We do not have any minimum or maximum limits for external groups, but we recommend a maximum of 35 people to ensure the best possible experience. Large groups may be directed past certain rooms due to space constraints. Please follow the instructions of the palace staff.

For visits outside opening hours, please see booking form further down on this page.

Logistics

The entrance to the castle is in the Inner Courtyard.

The Royal Gift Shop has an entrance from the Outer Gate and around the corner to the left of the Outer Door facing the water.

Practical information

Overview map

Toilets
Please note that there are no toilets inside the castle.
Toilets are available in the Outer Courtyard.
Accessibility, storage lockers and parking
Please see our practical information for visitors.

Photography

Photography and filming for private use are permitted at the Royal Palaces. However, flashes/lamps, tripods, selfie sticks and other fixed equipment must not be used, and you must not disturb other visitors, tours or any other activities. For full terms and conditions, please see Terms of photographing and filming.

Would you like images for your tour?

Please visit our image gallery for high-resolution downloadable images.

Souvenirs

Please visit the Royal Gift Shop at the Outer Gate. Here, you will find a wide range of products with a connection to objects from the Royal Collections.

Payment

Payments can be made by card or cash on site. The full amount is paid by the group leader. We only accept SEK.

Payment by voucher is accepted. Please present your voucher at the front desk on arrival. NB: E-mail vouchers cannot be accepted. Your invoice will be sent after the visit. Payment terms are 30 days net. The following information must be provided on the voucher:

  • The company’s full name, address and contact details
  • The company’s invoice address (GLN number, email, or postal address)
  • The company’s e-mail address for payment matters
  • Any voucher ID so that you can identify the group for which we are invoicing you
  • The palace you are visiting (one voucher per site)
  • The date of the visit
  • Number of visitors, broken down into:
    adults, students (valid student ID required), children aged 7-17, children aged 0-6 and number of travel guides/coach drivers (free entry for a maximum of two)
  • Specify what you will be paying for (entrance, guided tours, etc.)
  • Signature and printed name of the group leader

Pre-payment is not possible.

Price list for travel companies

For the current price list, please fill in the form below or contact us by calling +46 (0)159 101 94.




Tours with a castle guide and visits outside opening hours

Would you like a tour with a castle guide? Would you like to visit us outside opening hours? Please contact us using the form below or by calling +46 (0)159 101 94.

Useful information: If the group has an external authorised guide, he or she is also welcome to give tours outside opening hours. Pre-booking is required, and charges apply.

Charges for pre-booked tours with a guide

SEK 1 200 during ordinary opening hours. SEK 2 000-4 000 at other times, depending on the day ad the time. In addition, admission charges apply per person. Please contact us for full price details.

The price relates to a 45 minute guided tour in groups of up to 35.



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