Lejonbacken, Stockholm

Name: Lejonbacken
Address: Stockholm, Sweden

#283 among attractions in Stockholm

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Facts and practical information

Lejonbacken is a system of ramps leading up to the northern entrance of the Royal Palace in Stockholm, Sweden. They were built during the 1780s named after the pair of sculpted Medici lions prominently exposed on the stone railings of the ramps. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°19'38"N, 18°4'16"E

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Södermalm (Storkyrkan)Stockholm Sweden

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

Nearby attractions include: Stockholm Palace, Royal Armoury, Storkyrkan, Obelisk at Slottsbacken.

~200 ftSE
Museum, Baroque architecture, Art museum
Stockholm Palace, Stockholm
1 min walk • Stockholm Palace, also known as the Royal Palace, stands as an emblematic edifice in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, and serves as the official residence of His Majesty the King of Sweden. With its baroque architecture and a history that dates back to the 18th century...
~460 ftSE
Royal armory and fashion history museum
Royal Armoury, Stockholm
3 min walk • The Royal Armoury, housed in the depths of the Royal Palace in Stockholm, Sweden, offers a journey through Swedish history with a martial twist. Established in 1628 by King Gustav II Adolf, it is the oldest museum in Sweden and provides an exquisite collection that...
~560 ftS
Church with George and the dragon statue
Storkyrkan, Stockholm
3 min walk • Storkyrkan, also known as the Stockholm Cathedral or the Great Church, is a medieval edifice that stands as a testament to the rich history and architectural heritage of Stockholm, Sweden. This prominent church, located in the heart of the city's Old Town (Gamla Stan)...
~530 ftS
Obelisk
Obelisk at Slottsbacken, Stockholm
3 min walk • The Obelisk at Slottsbacken is an iconic monument situated in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. Standing prominently near the Royal Palace, this stone obelisk serves as a reminder of the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
~670 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Economy Museum - Royal Coin Cabinet, Stockholm
4 min walk • The Economy Museum - Royal Coin Cabinet is a museum in central Stockholm, Sweden, dedicated to the history of money and economic history in general.
~860 ftN
Elegant theater for opera and ballet
Royal Swedish Opera, Stockholm
5 min walk • Royal Swedish Opera is an opera and ballet company based in Stockholm, Sweden.
~360 ftNW
Exhibitions on life in the Middle Ages
Museum of Medieval Stockholm, Stockholm
2 min walk • The Museum of Medieval Stockholm, centrally located north of the Royal Palace, was constructed around old monuments excavated in an extensive archaeological dig in the late 1970s.
~650 ftSW
Postmodern architecture, Jean de la Vallée, Palace
Axel Oxenstierna palace, Stockholm
4 min walk • Axel Oxenstierna palace is a Mannerist architecture style building situated in the Old Town of Stockholm, Sweden.
~510 ftW
Bridge
Stallbron, Stockholm
3 min walk • Stallbron is an arch bridge located in Gamla stan, the old town in central Stockholm, Sweden. Stretching some 20 meters over Stallkanalen it connects Riksgatan passing through the Parliament Building on Helgeandsholmen to the square Mynttorget on Stadsholmen from where Västerlånggatan extends it further south.
~450 ftSW
Square
Mynttorget, Stockholm
3 min walk • Mynttorget is a public square in Gamla stan, the old town in central Stockholm, Sweden.
~560 ftW
Grand Swedish parliament buildings
Parliament House, Stockholm
3 min walk • The Parliament House, is the seat of the parliament of Sweden, the Riksdag. It is located on nearly half of Helgeandsholmen, in the Gamla stan district of central Stockholm.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lejonbacken?

Nearby attractions include Slottsarkivet, Stockholm (1 min walk), Slottskajen, Stockholm (1 min walk), Stockholm Palace, Stockholm (1 min walk), Gustav III's Museum of Antiquities, Stockholm (1 min walk).

How to get to Lejonbacken by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lejonbacken:

Bus

Gustav Adolfs torg • Lines: 57, 65 (4 min walk)
Slottsbacken • Lines: 190, 191, 192, 193, 194, 195, 2, 57, 76, 96 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Strömkajen • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 18, 24, 8, 9, Royal Canal Tour (5 min walk)
Slussen • Lines: 18, 24, 82 (9 min walk)

Metro

Kungsträdgården • Lines: 10, 11 (7 min walk)
Gamla stan • Lines: 13, 14, 17, 18, 19 (8 min walk)

Tram

Kungsträdgården • Lines: 7 (10 min walk)
Nybroplan • Lines: 7 (11 min walk)

Train

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