Best Bars near The Royal Palace

Pharmarium is a prize-winning cocktail bar in Stockholm's Gamla Stan, housed in a historic 16th-century apothecary site at Stortorget 7. It blends mixology artistry with gastronomic small plates in an intimate, alchemical atmosphere featuring marble bars, cozy sofas, and walls lined with vintage apothecary drawers. Signature cocktails like Amortentia and Demon Cleaner draw from pharmaceutical heritage, paired with innovative dishes such as beef tartar and gravlax. Open evenings, it offers reservations and walk-in window seats, creating a timeless escape for cocktail enthusiasts amid cobblestone charm.

Nestled in the picturesque streets of Stockholm, Bar Brahe offers a cozy atmosphere for tourists seeking a delightful bar experience. With a focus on high-quality beverages and a friendly ambiance, it serves as the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration.

Tucked away in Gamla Stan's historic alleys on Kåkbrinken 1, Under Misteln Skafferi & Bar is a cozy underground bar offering a welcoming escape with craft cocktails, local beers, and warm service. Open evenings from 5pm to midnight on weekends, it blends intimate charm with a curated drink selection in Stockholm's old town.

Stampen is Stockholm’s long‑running jazz and rhythm‑and‑blues pub tucked into a 17th‑century cellar in Gamla Stan. Since 1968 it has hosted nightly live music across two floors and small stages, serving classic cocktails, beer and a hearty bar menu amid an eclectic, antique‑laden interior. Expect close‑up performances, cosy crowds and a sense of musical history in one of the Old Town’s most atmospheric nightspots.

Nestled in Stockholm's Gamla Stan, Wirströms Pub delivers authentic Irish hospitality with craft beers, hearty pub grub, live music, and sports screenings in atmospheric cellars dating back to 1600. This cozy spot blends historic charm with lively vibes, drawing locals and visitors for pints, fish and chips, and weekend entertainment.

Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, O'Connell's Irish Pub invites tourists to experience authentic Irish hospitality, flavorful dishes, and a vibrant atmosphere. With its extensive selection of beers and cocktails, it's the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring the city.

A candlelit rock bar set in a 17th‑century cellar on Västerlånggatan, Mammut Bar pairs heavy music and torchlit stone vaults with a compact menu of bar food and drinks, creating an intimate, atmospheric night out in Stockholm's Old Town. Evenings are the focus here: dim lighting, vintage rock memorabilia and a low, vaulted ceiling make it feel like a private subterranean club.

Lasse i Gatan is a cosy bar-restaurant tucked into the vaulted cellars of Gamla Stan on Västerlånggatan, serving evening meals and drinks in a theatrical, pirate‑themed setting. The interior’s low stone ceilings, wooden tables and warm candlelight create an intimate, slightly mischievous atmosphere ideal for dinner, drinks and live-tinged evenings in Stockholm’s Old Town.

Cadierbaren is the elegant, champagne‑bubbled bar inside Stockholm’s Grand Hôtel on Södra Blasieholmshamnen, known for plush sofas, inventive cocktails, afternoon tea and harbour views toward the Royal Palace. Named for the hotel’s founder, it balances old‑world formality with a relaxed, social atmosphere and serves breakfast, lunch and late‑night drinks in a smart‑casual setting.

Nestled in Stockholm's historic Gamla Stan, The Liffey captures the spirit of an authentic Irish pub with hearty pub grub, a stellar selection of beers and ciders on tap, and frequent live music that fills the air with energy. This cozy spot on Stora Nygatan blends traditional Irish charm with Scandinavian flair, offering fish and chips, burgers, and Swedish meatballs in a welcoming atmosphere perfect for locals and visitors alike. Open daily from 11am, it transitions seamlessly from daytime lunches to lively evenings with performances and karaoke.