Kungstornen, Stockholm

Name: Kungstornen
Address: Kungsgatan 33, Stockholm, 111 56, Sweden
Telephone: +46 8 700 00 22

#250 among attractions in Stockholm

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Kungstornen are twin tower skyscrapers, individually named Norra Kungstornet and Södra Kungstornet, in Norrmalm, Stockholm. The 16-storey Norra Kungstornet is 60 m and was built between 1919 and 1924; and the taller 17-storey, 61 m Södra Kungstornet was built between 1924 and 1925. Together, they are considered the first modern skyscrapers in Europe. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1925 (99 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 59°20'10"N, 18°3'56"E

Address

Kungsgatan 33Norrmalm (Södra Johannes)Stockholm 111 56 Sweden

Contact

+46 8 700 00 22

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Kungstornen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Drottninggatan, Biblioteksgatan, Sturecompagniet, NK.

~1080 ftSW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Drottninggatan, Stockholm
6 min walk • Drottninggatan, the bustling heart of Stockholm, Sweden, is a vibrant shopping district renowned for its wide array of retail experiences. Stretching through the city's core, this pedestrian-friendly street offers a unique blend of international brands and local...
~1460 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Biblioteksgatan, Stockholm
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Biblioteksgatan offers a luxurious shopping experience that caters to those with a taste for high-end fashion and lifestyle brands. This exclusive shopping district is a quintessential part of the city's retail landscape, where...
~1470 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
Sturecompagniet, Stockholm
8 min walk • Stockholm, the vibrant capital of Sweden, boasts a nightlife scene that is both diverse and dynamic. At the heart of this scene is Sturecompagniet, one of the city's most prestigious nightclubs. Situated in the upscale Östermalm district, Sturecompagniet has...
~1300 ftSE
Shopping, Department store
NK, Stockholm
7 min walk • Nordiska Kompaniet, commonly referred to as NK, is a touchstone of luxury and style in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. This prestigious department store company has been a staple of Swedish retail since its inception in 1902.
~680 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Götgatan, Stockholm
4 min walk • Götgatan is a vibrant artery pulsating through the heart of Stockholm's Södermalm district, renowned for its eclectic shopping experience. Stretching from the historic Slussen area to the lush expanse of Skanstull, this bustling thoroughfare offers an array of retail...
~1710 ftSE
Palace
Matchstick Palace, Stockholm
9 min walk • The Matchstick Palace, also known as Matchstick Palace, is one of the lesser-known but equally fascinating attractions of Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. Located in the prestigious district of Östermalm, this building is a unique example of the city's architecture...
~1200 ftS
Pedestrian square with a sunken plaza
Sergels torg, Stockholm
6 min walk • Sergels torg is a major public square in Stockholm, Sweden, constructed in the 1960s and named after 18th-century sculptor Johan Tobias Sergel, whose workshop was once located north of the square.
~580 ftSW
Venerable theater for classical concerts
Stockholm Concert Hall, Stockholm
3 min walk • The Stockholm Concert Hall is the main hall for orchestral music in Stockholm, Sweden. With a design by Ivar Tengbom chosen in competition, inaugurated in 1926, the Hall is home to the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra.
~1550 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Stockholm City Theatre, Stockholm
8 min walk • Stockholm City Theatre is live performance theater located in Stockholm, Sweden. The theatre is situated near the Sergel fountain and the Stockholm City roundabout.
~1350 ftNE
Public park, originally a royal garden
Humlegården, Stockholm
7 min walk • Humlegården is a major park in the district of Östermalm in Stockholm, Sweden. The park borders on Karlavägen in the north, Sturegatan in the east, Humlegårdsgatan in the south and Engelbrektsgatan in the west.
~1500 ftS
Civic center, Art gallery, Library
The House of Culture, Stockholm
8 min walk • House of Culture is a cultural center situated to the south of Sergels torg in central Stockholm, Sweden. The House of Culture has been described as a symbol for Stockholm as well as of the growth of modernism in Sweden.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Kungstornen open?

Kungstornen is open:

Monday 8 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 9 pm
Thursday 8 am - 9 pm
Friday 8 am - 9 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Kungstornen?

Nearby attractions include Malmskillnadsbron, Stockholm (1 min walk), Malmskillnadsgatan, Stockholm (1 min walk), Regeringsgatans bro, Stockholm (2 min walk), Brunkeberg Tunnel, Stockholm (2 min walk).

How to get to Kungstornen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kungstornen:

Bus

Regeringsgatan • Lines: 1, 291, 75, 91 (2 min walk)
Hötorget • Lines: 1, 291, 57, 75, 91 (3 min walk)

Metro

Hötorget • Lines: 17, 18, 19 (3 min walk)
T-Centralen • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19 (9 min walk)

Tram

Kungsträdgården • Lines: 7 (8 min walk)
T-Centralen • Lines: 7 (8 min walk)

Train

Stockholm City (10 min walk)
Stockholms central (14 min walk)

Ferry

Nybroplan • Lines: 80, Royal Canal Tour (13 min walk)
Nybrokajen • Lines: Grand Canal Cruise, Strömma Canal Tour (14 min walk)

Light rail

Stockholms östra • Lines: 27, 28, 29 (19 min walk)