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Saint Jacob's Church in Stockholm captivates visitors with its striking Brick Gothic architecture, a result of the collaborative work of architects Willem Boy and Hendrik van Huwen. Since its opening on December 3, 1643, the church has been a prominent attraction due to its exquisite blend of Late Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. The beautiful stained glass windows and well-maintained interiors offer a serene atmosphere that invites peaceful reflection. Aside from aesthetic charm, the church holds delightful free organ concerts and shares its dedication to St. Jacob, known as James the Greater, the patron saint of travelers. Easily accessible from the Kungsträdgården metro station, Saint Jacob's Church is surrounded by a lovely park and seaside views, making it an ideal spot for leisurely exploration. A recommended visit of one to two hours ensures a full appreciation of this 17th-century marvel, highly rated for both its historical significance and visual splendor.

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Recommended visit time

1-2 hours

Features

Wheelchair accessible

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Gustav Adolfs torg
Bus stop 143 m walk
Stockholm Karl XII:s torg
Bus stop 159 m walk
Kungsträdgården
Bus stop 148 m walk
Norrmalmstorg
Bus stop 389 m walk
Karl XII:s torg
Bus stop 164 m walk
Jakobsgatan
Bus stop 120 m walk

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4.5
based on 484 reviews
4.5/5 477 reviews
4.5/5 7 reviews
Josep Fakiani
Josep Fakiani
3 weeks ago on Google

Fantastic and beautiful red Church in Sthlm’s city center! ❤️🇸🇪✝️

Rainer Thormann
Rainer Thormann
1 month ago on Google

Sehenswertes Fotomotiv, versuchen sie reinzukommen

Sven Jelen
Sven Jelen
3 months ago on Google

Beautifull church, sadly it was closed ON SUNDAY (?!) -No sign, why so i don't get it. (It was Sunday 10:30 A.M. - normal Church Time where I vome from) So, sadly I can only give 3 Stars.