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The 15 Best Castle & Palace Tours in Copenhagen

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Three of the four worth the trip are north of the city and one is in the middle of it. These 15 compare the day runs to Kronborg, Frederiksborg and Roskilde against the shorter Rosenborg and Amalienborg visits, on price, transport and how much walking each involves.

Hamlet and Sweden Tour - Two Countries in one day ! - Kronborg Castle and Helsingør
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Hamlet and Sweden Tour – Two Countries in one day !

1.Hamlet and Sweden Tour – Two Countries in one day !

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,223 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $142Our pick

Travel from Copenhagen to Helsingør, Sweden, Lund, and Malmö in an air-conditioned minibus or coach. You’ll have free time at Kronborg Castle, Lund Cathedral, and Malmö’s old center, with ferry travel, audio commentary, and a bridge photo stop. Guides such as Andy, Mario, Steen, and Crispin have led this route.

“Excellent tour. The tour guide was knowledgable and friendly. He drove us around and the time spent at the area was reasonable. At the end of the trip, he gave us a souvenir i.e danish cookies. It was a perfect gift to bring home”

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Copenhagen: Kronborg, Frederiksborg Castle and Roskilde Tour - Roskilde Cathedral and 39 royal burials
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Copenhagen: Kronborg, Frederiksborg Castle and Roskilde Tour

2.Kronborg, Frederiksborg Castle and Roskilde Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,763 reviews · 8h 30m · from $205

Spend 510 minutes exploring Zealand with an English-speaking guide such as Sillas, Thomas, or Kenneth. Visit two castles, Roskilde Cathedral, and the Viking Ship Museum by comfortable van, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, water, and WiFi included. Expect a busy day, plenty of walking, and a flexible lunch stop.

“Definitely a MUST tour in Copenhagen! Very knowledgeable and fun guide and beautiful places!”

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Copenhagen: Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket - The royal rooms give the visit its atmosphere
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Copenhagen: Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket

3.Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 381 reviews · 1 day · from $23

Visit Rosenborg Castle in Copenhagen’s King’s Garden and explore royal rooms preserved from Christian IV’s era. See the 1596 crown, the Danish Crown Jewels, Royal Regalia, the Order of the Elephant, and a historic baptismal font. This is an unguided visit, so allow time to read the displays and explore the Treasury below the castle.

“It was very cool to walk through the palace & see all the rooms. And the Crown Jewels & armory were impressive. It was just very small & barely took 30 minutes to see everything. I wish there was more to see or it was a little less expensive.”

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Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour - Kronborg Castle and the Hamlet connection
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Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour

4.Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $217

Spend 9.5 hours visiting four major sights north and west of Copenhagen in a small, air-conditioned van. Guides such as Simon, René, and Kenneth explain Danish history along the way. Expect castle steps, cathedral interiors, countryside drives, free time in Hillerød, and a hands-on look at Viking ships in Roskilde.

“Rene was a fantastic guide! I highly recommend this tour. There was a great mix of activities and it was well-paced.”

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Copenhagen: Amalienborg Palace Museum Entry Ticket - Christian X’s study and the royal dining room
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Copenhagen: Amalienborg Palace Museum Entry Ticket

5.Amalienborg Palace Museum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 291 reviews · from $19

Enter Christian VIII’s Palace at Amalienborg and explore rooms preserved from Denmark’s royal family. See the Fabergé Chamber, Christian X’s study, Queen Louise’s salon, and the grand Gala Hall. The self-guided visit takes about 45 to 60 minutes, includes current exhibitions, and works well for families.

“Fabulous place to visit! spent about 1 hour in the palace and longer exploring outside. Only 15 min walk from the centre.”

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Kronborg Castle Entry Ticket - Entering the Renaissance fortress
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Kronborg Castle Entry Ticket

6.Kronborg Castle Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 209 reviews · 1 day · from $23

Visit Kronborg Castle for a full day of Renaissance halls, royal rooms, changing exhibitions, ramparts, and dungeons linked to Hamlet. You can follow the castle routes at your own pace, look for costumed historians, and ask about guided tours available locally. Arrive early for quieter rooms, then walk to Helsingør’s old town and street food hall.

“Loved the modern spin on displaying life at castle and English speaking tour guide was hilarious”

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Hillerød: Frederiksborg Castle Entry Ticket - The Baroque Garden and the Romantic Garden
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Hillerød: Frederiksborg Castle Entry Ticket

7.Hillerød: Frederiksborg Castle Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews · from $17Best value

Visit Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød, about 35 minutes north of Copenhagen, with a one-day ticket covering the castle, museum, exhibitions, Baroque Garden, and a free audio-guide app. See Christian IV’s grand Renaissance rooms, scan artworks for extra details, and pause at Rabarbergaarden Slottet restaurant. The Little Ferry costs extra.

“This castle was not in our plan to visit but was recommended to us by a local. We are so glad we listened because this castle was INCREDIBLE!! A must see for anyone visiting Copenhagen. We drove and it only took us about 40 minutes from our Airbnb in Ishøj!”

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Kolding: Koldinghus Palace Entry Ticket - The 1808 fire and the castle’s unusual restoration
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Kolding: Koldinghus Palace Entry Ticket

8.Koldinghus Palace Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 1 day · from $21

Spend a full day exploring Koldinghus, a 750-year-old royal castle with award-winning restoration, changing exhibitions, and a royal dress-up workshop. See the ruined chapel, climb the Giants’ Tower for views of Kolding and the fjord, and stop for lunch at Madkælderen. Entry includes the palace and all exhibitions, but not a guided tour.

“Super beau et bien entretenu. Magnifique vue. Il manquait des traductions en français.”

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Kronborg (Hamlet Castle) & Frederiksborg Castles: PRIVATE TOUR - Kronborg Castle and the real-world Hamlet connection
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Kronborg (Hamlet Castle) & Frederiksborg Castles: PRIVATE TOUR

9.Kronborg (Hamlet Castle) & Frederiksborg Castles: PRIVATE TOUR

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Travel by private vehicle from Copenhagen to Kronborg, Shakespeare’s Hamlet castle, then Frederiksborg, the Renaissance palace called the Versailles of the North. Your English-speaking guide, such as Edgar, Elizabeth, Lucy, or Daniele, leads the day, with about two hours at each castle. Admission, food, and drinks cost extra.

“Had a great time visiting the 2 castles. Elizabeth was a great guide and gave us all fun interesting little stories about all the kings and assorted personalities. So much fun. The driver was also great and felt very safe and comfortable.”

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Copenhagen City & Christiansborg Palace Private Walking Tour - Starting beside the Memorial Anchor in Nyhavn
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Copenhagen City & Christiansborg Palace Private Walking Tour

10.Copenhagen City & Christiansborg Palace Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 23 reviews · 3 hours

Spend three hours walking Copenhagen with a private guide, beginning at Nyhavn and ending inside Christiansborg Palace. You will see the inner harbour, Rosenborg Castle, the Round Tower, Strøget, Gråbrødretorv, and the Church of the Holy Spirit, then tour the palace and its royal wall hangings. English, French, Italian, Spanish, Danish, and German guides are available.

“Very enjoyable walk through the streets of Copenhagen. Our guide was very knowledgeable and kept our group interested throughout.”

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Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket in Copenhagen - Why the Crown Jewels deserve your time
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Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket in Copenhagen

11.Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket in Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 22 reviews · from $38

Visit Copenhagen’s Rosenborg Castle with a timed entry ticket and explore Christian IV’s Renaissance palace, royal rooms, the Great Hall, Crown Jewels, and gardens. This is a self-guided visit, not a guided tour. Plan on roughly one to two hours, use the on-site lockers for day packs, and arrive on time.

“This palace is a beautifully constructed with steps within a turret and furnished with period piece. The walls are adorned with historical tapestries and lots of portraits of the Christian s and the Fredericks!”

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Full-Day Tour; Castle, Palace, Cathedral and Viking Ships - From Copenhagen to Hamlet’s Kronborg Castle
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Full-Day Tour; Castle, Palace, Cathedral and Viking Ships

12.Full-Day Tour; Castle, Palace, Cathedral and Viking Ships

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · from $259

Travel from Copenhagen through North Zealand to Hamlet’s Kronborg Castle, Frederiksborg Palace, Roskilde Cathedral, and the Viking Ship Museum. English-speaking guides such as Benji and Rene combine clear history with light humor. The day includes guided visits, free time in Hillerod, countryside views, and hotel or cruise-terminal pickup.

“this was a great tour to be able to see viking ships. would highly recommend for a day trip out of the city”

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4-Hour Private Hamlet Castle Tour from Copenhagen - Meeting in Copenhagen and taking the train north
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4-Hour Private Hamlet Castle Tour from Copenhagen

13.4-Hour Private Hamlet Castle Tour from Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Travel by train from Copenhagen to Kronborg Castle with a private English-speaking guide such as Bruno or Nicolas. Spend about two hours inside the royal chambers and dungeons, with time to see Elsinore as well. The guide can meet you at your hotel, but you will walk to the station. Castle admission and train tickets are included.

“We actually changed it up and went to Fredericksburg Castle instead, which was way more fun for a family style tour. Nicholas was amazing so ask for him regardless of going to Hamlet or Fredericksburg...or BOTH!”

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a day at North Zealand Castle Tour - Frederiksborg Castle: the strongest part of the tour
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a day at North Zealand Castle Tour

14.a day at North Zealand Castle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 5 hours 6 minutes (approx.) · from $1,284

Travel north from Copenhagen in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with guide Luis or another English or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit Frederiksborg Castle, stop at Fredensborg Palace, and see Helsingør and Shakespeare’s Kronborg. The tour lasts about five hours, but castle admission and food cost extra.

“Tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable / entertaining. However, I wish the tour was longer. We only went inside 1 castle (Fredericksburg) and weren’t able to go inside any others. Additionally, we didn’t see the entire castle at Fredericksburg. I would recommend the Tour be from 9-5 or 6 to cover more ground.”

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Copenhagen: Rosenborg Castle Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket - The treasury, thrones, and three silver lions
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Copenhagen: Rosenborg Castle Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket

15.Rosenborg Castle Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 14 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $288

Join a private guided visit to Rosenborg Castle, where Christian IV’s rooms, crown jewels, silver lions, art, and Venetian glass fill a Danish royal setting. Choose a 2 to 5-hour option, with Amalienborg Palace and hotel transfers available on selected bookings. Guides speak English and several other languages.

“Guide was excellent and told good stories in addition to straight history. She also was very nice. I thought it was expensive though given no hotel pickup or return to starting point”

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