Rosenborg Castle is Christian IV’s Renaissance summer palace, set inside Copenhagen’s oldest public garden and home to the Danish crown jewels. The castle is now the subject of “The Kingdom’s Treasury,” a 661 million kroner project to build a new underground treasury and restore the castle’s historic moat, a scheme no older guide can account for. You can book through GetYourGuide to arrange your visit before you travel.
Quick facts
| Address | Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 Copenhagen K, Denmark |
| Opening hours | Daily 10am–5pm (mid-September to early October); shorter and closed Mondays in winter |
| Admission | Adults 140–150 kr; free for under-18s |
| Nearest transit | Nørreport Station, 200 metres away |
| Typical visit duration | 1.5 to 2 hours |
Why book Rosenborg Castle tickets?
- 🏛️ Scandinavia’s best-preserved Renaissance castle: Christian IV built it between 1606 and 1634 as his private pleasure palace.
- 🎟️ Free for under-18s: Children and young people enter at no charge, though a ticket is still required.
- 🌿 Set inside Kongens Have: Copenhagen’s oldest public garden surrounds the castle on every side.
- 📜 The Danish crown jewels: The underground Treasury holds the crowns, regalia and jewellery still worn at royal events today.
- 💰 A small saving online: Booking ahead saves 10 kroner per ticket compared with buying at the door.
Opening hours at Rosenborg Castle
| Period | Hours |
|---|---|
| 17 September – 1 October 2026 | Daily 10am–5pm |
| 2 November – 23 December 2026 | Closed Mondays; Tue–Sun 10am–4pm |
| 24–25 December 2026 | Closed |
| 26–31 December 2026 | 10am–4pm (10am–2pm on 31 December) |
| 1 January 2027 | 11am–4pm |
Hours shift several times a year, so check the current calendar before travelling, particularly outside the main summer season.
Ticket prices for Rosenborg Castle
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult, online | 140 kr |
| Adult, at the door | 150 kr |
| Student (valid ID required) | 100 kr |
| Groups (10+) | 130 kr/person |
| Children and young people under 18 | Free (ticket still required) |
| School groups (max. 28 students, 2 teachers) | 175 kr |
| Private guided tour (max. 25 people) | 995 kr + admission per person |
| Royal Palace Pass (3 palaces, valid 3 days) | 345 kr |
Companion card holders, ICOM/ODM members and Copenhagen Card holders all receive free admission on presentation of their card. To lock in your visit and save on the door price, book through GetYourGuide.
Why book the Copenhagen Card?
- 🏰 Access to 80+ Top Attractions: Enjoy entry to Copenhagen’s most iconic sites, including the world-famous Tivoli Gardens, Rosenborg Castle, the Round Tower, and the National Museum.
- 🚆 Unlimited Public Transport: Travel stress-free throughout the entire Capital Region with unlimited access to buses, trains, the metro, and the harbor buses (Zones 1-99), including transport to and from the airport.
- 🚤 Included Canal Tours: Experience the city from the water with a classic canal tour through the historic harbor and the charming canals of Christianshavn.
- 👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Savings: Maximize your budget with an adult card that allows up to two children under the age of 12 to accompany you for free, making it ideal for family adventures.
- 📲 Seamless Digital Experience: Use the 100% digital “Copenhagen Card City” app to activate your pass, navigate with offline maps, and check real-time opening hours directly from your smartphone.
How to get to Rosenborg Castle
By metro or train: Nørreport Station, a hub for the Metro, S-trains and regional trains, is just 200 metres from the castle entrance.
By bus: several city bus routes stop close to Nørreport and the surrounding streets.
By bike or on foot: the castle sits in the heart of Copenhagen, an easy walk or cycle from most central hotels, with bicycle parking available nearby.
Parking at Rosenborg Castle
There is no parking, general or disabled, in the castle area or on the street outside the gate. Visitors arriving by car should use a central car park elsewhere in the city and continue on foot or by public transport.
How long to spend at Rosenborg Castle
Most visitors need 1.5 to 2 hours to see the castle’s rooms and the Treasury. Add extra time for a walk through the surrounding King’s Garden.
Accessibility at Rosenborg Castle
Rosenborg is a 400-year-old building with many stairs and narrow doorways, and it has no lift. Wheelchair users can reach only the ground level and the Treasury, and only with a companion’s help up and down the steps. A walking frame can be carried between floors if you’re able to manage it yourself. Visitors with a companion card from Disabled People’s Organisation Denmark can bring a carer free of charge, bookable online in advance.
What to see inside Rosenborg Castle
The Treasury. Beneath the castle, the Treasury holds the Danish crown jewels and regalia, including Christian IV’s nearly 2.9kg crown from 1596 and Christian V’s crown of 1671, alongside the orb, sceptre and ampulla used at royal coronations.
The Long Hall. Also known as the Knight’s Hall, this room holds the coronation thrones and three life-size silver lions standing guard.
The Marble Chamber. Decorated to reflect Denmark’s transition to absolute monarchy under Frederik III in 1660, this room reflects the grandeur of an absolute ruler.
Christian IV’s rooms. These include the king’s bedchamber, where he died in 1648, preserved much as it was at the time.
Christian V’s tapestries. Woven between 1685 and 1693, these twelve tapestries in the Knight’s Hall depict Christian V’s victories in the Scanian War.
Practical visitor tips for Rosenborg Castle
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Book online to save | Online tickets cost 10 kroner less than buying at the door |
| Remember under-18s still need a ticket | Admission is free, but a ticket must still be collected |
| Leave food and drink outside | Nothing may be brought into the castle or Treasury; a picnic area sits near the Castle Shop |
| Check hours before visiting in winter | The castle closes on Mondays and keeps shorter hours from November |
| Book tickets in advance | Reserve through GetYourGuide to guarantee entry on a busy day |
Frequently asked questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is admission free for children? | Yes, under-18s enter free, though they still need a ticket |
| Is there parking near the castle? | No, there is no general or disabled parking in the castle area |
| Is the castle wheelchair accessible? | Only the ground floor and Treasury, and only with a companion’s help, since there is no lift |
| What is “The Kingdom’s Treasury” project? | A major renewal adding a new underground treasury and restoring the castle’s historic moat |
| How long should I plan for a visit? | Most visitors need 1.5 to 2 hours |
Things to do near Rosenborg Castle
Kongens Have (the King’s Garden), surrounding the castle, is Copenhagen’s oldest public garden and free to enter. The Round Tower, with its spiral ramp to a rooftop viewing platform, stands a short walk away.
The Botanical Garden borders the castle grounds to the north. For art, the National Gallery of Denmark (SMK) is a short walk further, and the colourful harbour of Nyhavn makes an easy extension to a day in this part of the city.
Alternative Renaissance castles within two hours
Frederiksborg Castle, Hillerød. Denmark’s largest Renaissance castle, set on three islets in a lake, is around 40 minutes from Copenhagen.
Kronborg Castle, Helsingør. The setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet, this castle stands roughly 45 minutes away.
Fredensborg Palace. The Danish royal family’s spring and autumn residence, also part of the Royal Danish Collection, is about 45 minutes from Copenhagen.
Christiansborg Palace, Copenhagen. Home to the Danish parliament and royal reception rooms, this palace is a short journey across the city.
Malmöhus Castle, Malmö. Scandinavia’s oldest surviving Renaissance castle, across the Øresund Bridge in Sweden, is around 45 minutes away.
