Copenhagen & Rosenborg Castle Private Walking Tour

Copenhagen, Denmark
Duration3h
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Overview

Wonder where previous royals spent their summers? In the heart of today's Copenhagen! We'll take you to The King's Garden and scout for more hangouts on our Copenhagen & Rosenborg Castle Private Walking Tour.

Copenhagen and its surroundings are filled with castles and palaces, but on our private walking tour, we’ll take you to one of the best—Rosenborg Castle. Along the way, we’ll explore another grand palace, a historic square with the "Stone of Shame," colourful townhouses, and iconic towers.

We’ll stop by Christiansborg Palace, stroll through the remnants of Old Town, and uncover hidden gems. We'll also learn about legends like Bishop Absalon and Tycho Brahe. The tour culminates at Rosenborg Castle, home to Denmark’s royal treasures, before ending at the charming Nyhavn, a must-see spot for everyone.

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Rosenborg Castle entrance fee
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Hojbro Plads
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Højbro Plads, or "Højbro Square," was constructed following the great fire of Copenhagen in the 1700s. The square features an equestrian statue of Bishop Absalon, the founder of the city. During the winter, it hosts one of Copenhagen’s many Christmas markets.
  2. Stroget
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Strøget, Copenhagen’s — and one of Europe’s — longest pedestrian streets, stretches for 1.11 kilometers. Renowned primarily for its shopping, it runs from the Town Hall to Kongens Nytorv near Nyhavn, offering a vast array of stores. Visitors strolling along Strøget will also encounter numerous street performers, including acrobats, magicians, and musicians.
  3. Church Of The Holy Spirit
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Helligåndskirken (The Church of the Holy Ghost) is one of Copenhagen’s oldest churches, built in the 1200s. Initially, there was no tower.
  4. Grabrodretorv
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Gråbrødetorv, or "The Grey Friars Square," is a charming square named after the Franciscan monastery that once occupied the site. It is known for the Stone of Shame, with the original stone preserved at the Natural History Museum. This stone is tied to the story of Leonora Christina, the daughter of Christian IV.
  5. The Round Tower
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Meander through Copenhagen’s Old Town, home of sites like the Round Tower. The Rundetårn, or "Round Tower," constructed in the 1600s, is the oldest functioning observatory in Europe. However, it was not Denmark's first observatory. Renowned Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe developed the "Tychonian" system—an intricate and advanced model of the solar system for its era.
  6. Rosenborg Castle
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Rosenborg Castle was originally built as a summer residence for Christian IV. Visitors to the castle can step back in time and immerse themselves in over 400 years of royal life, from daily routines to grand festivities. The castle also houses the Danish crown jewels, which are unique in that they are both exhibited as museum pieces and worn by the royal family.
  7. Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Marmorkirken, also known as the Marble Church or Frederik's Church, dates back to the 1700s. Today, it is a popular wedding venue, with the bells ringing frequently on Fridays and Saturdays. Visitors can also enjoy a stunning view from the top of the dome, which is open daily.
  8. Amalienborg
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Amalienborg serves as the official residence of the Royal Family. The former queen, Margrethe, resides in the palace closest to the waterfront on the left, while her son, King Frederik, lives directly across from her with his wife, Mary, and their four children.
  9. Royal Danish Theater (Kongelige Teater)
    10m
    Today, the Royal Danish Theatre consists of the Old Stage on Kongens Nytorv, the new Copenhagen Opera House, and the Royal Danish Playhouse, both located by the harbour front.
  10. Nyhavn
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Nyhavn, originally a busy port filled with ships making deliveries, is now a colourful, must-see site in Copenhagen. Today, Nyhavn holds the nickname "the longest outdoor bar in Scandinavia" due to its many restaurants, pubs, and cafés open 24 hours a day. Nyhavn was once the home of author Hans Christian Andersen.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Højbro Plads, next to the statue of Bishop Absalon on horseback - is located in the City Center.

End point

The tour ends at Nyhavn, so guests may continue to explore Copenhagen or visit nearby sights.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress comfortably and appropriately.
  • The Palace may be partially or fully closed due to His Majesty the King’s official functions. If the Palace is closed, OURWAY Tours reserves the right to swap the visit to Rosenborg Castle with Christiansborg Palace.
  • Guests cannot bring bags into the castle; all bags need to be stored in the lockers found at Rosenborg Castle.

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