Great Synagogue of Stockholm, Stockholm

Name: Great Synagogue of Stockholm
Address: Wahrendorffsgatan 3B, Stockholm, Sweden

#270 among attractions in Stockholm

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The Great Synagogue of Stockholm is located on a small street called Wahrendorffsgatan, close to the park Kungsträdgården on Norrmalm, Stockholm. It was built 1867-1870 according to designs made in 1862 by the architect Fredrik Wilhelm Scholander. The building has been called a "paraphrase over Oriental motifs", and it is listed in the Swedish registry of national historical buildings. It was preceded by an earlier synagogue at Tyska Brunnsplan in the Stockholm Old Town, used 1790-1870, and services were held in an even earlier location on Köpmanbrinken near Köpmantorget in the Old town 1787-1790. ()

Local name: Stora synagogan i Stockholm Completed: 1870 (154 years ago)Capacity: 900Coordinates: 59°19'54"N, 18°4'26"E

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Wahrendorffsgatan 3BNorrmalm (Jakob)Stockholm Sweden

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Great Synagogue of Stockholm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Biblioteksgatan, Café Opera, NK, Kungsträdgården.

~1040 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Biblioteksgatan, Stockholm
6 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...
~800 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Café Opera, Stockholm
4 min walk • Café Opera, nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, is more than just a dining venue; it is a historic institution that has been a hub of culture and nightlife since its inception. Originally opened in 1787, it has served as a meeting place for the city's elite...
~1010 ftNW
Shopping, Department store
NK, Stockholm
5 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.
~690 ftSW
Public park in historic royal gardens
Kungsträdgården, Stockholm
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Kungsträdgården is an urban oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city streets. Known as "The King's Garden," this historic park is a beloved destination for both locals and tourists, boasting a rich history that...
~840 ftW
Palace
Matchstick Palace, Stockholm
5 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...
~570 ftN
Collector's 1900s residence and shop
Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm
3 min walk • Hallwyl Museum is a Swedish national museum housed in the historical Hallwyl House in central Stockholm located on 4, Hamngatan facing Berzelii Park.
~1040 ftSW
Elegant theater for opera and ballet
Royal Swedish Opera, Stockholm
6 min walk • Royal Swedish Opera is an opera and ballet company based in Stockholm, Sweden.
~830 ftNE
Art Nouveau architecture, Theater, August Strindberg
Royal Dramatic Theatre, Stockholm
5 min walk • The Royal Dramatic Theatre is Sweden's national stage for "spoken drama", founded in 1788. Around one thousand shows are put on annually on the theatre's eight running stages.
~260 ftW
Church
St. Eugenia's Church, Stockholm
2 min walk • Saint Eugenia's Church is a Roman Catholic church in the center of Stockholm. It was built in 1982 on plans of the Danish architect Jørgen Kjaergaard and is situated next to the former Royal Gardens, Kungsträdgården in Norrmalm.
~710 ftNE
Square
Nybroplan, Stockholm
4 min walk • Nybroplan is a public space in central Stockholm, Sweden. Located on the border between the city districts Norrmalm and Östermalm, Nybroplan connects a number of major streets, including Birger Jarlsgatan, Strandvägen, Hamngatan, and Nybrogatan.
~1070 ftS
Bridge
Strömbron, Stockholm
6 min walk • Strömbron is a 140-metre-long viaduct in central Stockholm, Sweden. Stretching over Norrström, it is connecting the old city Gamla stan to the northern-central district Norrmalm, or, more specifically, to Blasieholmen near the park Kungsträdgården.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Great Synagogue of Stockholm?

Nearby attractions include Arsenalsgatan, Stockholm (2 min walk), Mindre teatern, Stockholm (2 min walk), St. Eugenia's Church, Stockholm (2 min walk), Chinateatern, Stockholm (2 min walk).

How to get to Great Synagogue of Stockholm by public transport?

The nearest stations to Great Synagogue of Stockholm:

Bus

Kungsträdgården • Lines: 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 2, 491, 54, 69, 76, 96 (3 min walk)
Nybroplan • Lines: 54, 69, 76 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Nybroplan • Lines: 80, Royal Canal Tour (3 min walk)
Nybrokajen • Lines: Grand Canal Cruise, Strömma Canal Tour (4 min walk)

Metro

Kungsträdgården • Lines: 10, 11 (3 min walk)
Östermalmstorg • Lines: 13, 14 (8 min walk)

Tram

Nybroplan • Lines: 7 (4 min walk)
Kungsträdgården • Lines: 7 (4 min walk)

Train

Stockholm City (14 min walk)
Stockholms central (17 min walk)

Light rail

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