The park's 'Copper Tents' were originally designed to house the Royal Guard and are made of painted sheet copper meant to resemble Ottoman-style tents.
The Haga Palace, located in the park, was built in the early 19th century and has served as a royal residence for multiple generations.
The Temple of Echoes was constructed in 1790 specifically to serve as a dining hall for the King, featuring acoustic properties that allow whispers to be heard from opposite sides.
King Gustav III was assassinated before the centerpiece of his vision, the Great Haga Palace, could be completed, leaving only the massive foundation stones visible today.
The park is home to the Royal Burial Ground, where several members of the Bernadotte dynasty are interred.
The grounds feature an extensive botanical collection including rare trees planted during the park's initial development in the late 1700s.
Hagaparken is an extensive English-style landscape park situated on the shores of Brunnsviken lake in Solna, just north of central Stockholm. Commissioned by King Gustav III in the 1780s, the park serves as a core component of the Royal National City Park. It features several notable architectural structures, including the Copper Tents, the Chinese Pavilion, and the Temple of Echoes. The park also houses Haga Palace, which is the current residence of Crown Princess Victoria and her family. The expansive grounds consist of wooded areas, meadows, and winding paths that offer diverse views of the lake. The Butterfly House (Fjärilshuset) and the royal burial grounds at Hagalund are located within or adjacent to the park boundaries. Visitors can explore various follies and historic garden designs that reflect late 18th-century aesthetic sensibilities. It remains one of Stockholm's most significant sites for both royal history and public recreation.
The elevated path overlooking the Copper Tents with the lake in the background.
Walk along the eastern shoreline for the best views of the lake and the historic structures.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the park covers a large area with varied terrain including gravel paths and grassy hills.
Check the current status of the Haga Palace area, as sections near the royal residence may have restricted access.
Attempting to access restricted areas around the private royal residence; expecting paved sidewalks throughout the entire wooded periphery.
Respect privacy near the private grounds of Haga Palace; follow standard leave-no-trace outdoor principles.
