The Hallwyl Museum occupies Hallwyl Palace on Hamngatan in central Stockholm, facing Berzelii Park. Built for Count Walther and Countess Wilhelmina von Hallwyl, the house preserves its rooms and collections as they were arranged for the family. Walk through richly decorated interiors, see paintings, porcelain and silver, and look for objects gathered from China and elsewhere. English booklets in the rooms help you explore at your own pace. Allow about two hours to take in the house and its collections.
A private home preserved as a museum
Hallwyl Palace was built between 1893 and 1898 for Count Walther von Hallwyl and his wife, Wilhelmina. The couple intended their home to become a public museum, and the house was donated to the Swedish state in 1920. Its preserved rooms and household objects give the visit a close focus on the family’s home and possessions.
The palace stands on Hamngatan, facing Berzelii Park. Its architect, Isak Gustaf Clason, designed it in an Italian Renaissance style. The house also included modern features for its time, among them telephones, plumbing, central heating and electricity.
Rooms and collections
The interiors bring together furniture, art and personal belongings. Wilhelmina collected widely, and the objects range from Chinese crockery to Italian cupboards with gold decoration. A small piece of the couple’s wedding cake is among the personal items kept in the house.
Paintings include works attributed to Lucas Cranach the Elder and Bruegel. The collections also include porcelain and silver, along with ceramics, glass and metal objects. Look closely at the room displays to see how the household’s possessions sit within the preserved interiors.
Exploring the house
English-language booklets are available in the rooms, so you can follow the collection without joining a guided tour. They help explain the individual spaces as you move through the house. A guided tour is another option for visitors who want more detail about the rooms.
Some ceramics can be viewed beyond the safety ropes where access allows. The museum’s weekday visits can be quieter, leaving more room to take in the displays at your own pace. Set aside around two hours for a thorough look through the house and its collections.
FAQ
Where is the Hallwyl Museum?
It is at Hamngatan 4 in central Stockholm, facing Berzelii Park.
How long should I spend at the Hallwyl Museum?
Allow about two hours to explore the rooms and collections.
Are English-language materials available?
Yes. English booklets are provided in the rooms for self-guided visits.
Who lived in Hallwyl Palace?
Count Walther von Hallwyl and his wife Wilhelmina lived in the palace, built for them between 1893 and 1898.
