Rosenborg Castle

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Permanent Collections

The Marble Room

Kirsten Munk's former bedroom, remade by Frederik III in 1668 as a Baroque showpiece of imitation marble, where Christian V first awarded the Order of the Dannebrog in 1671.

Permanent collectionkr 150

Christian IV's Crown and the Royal Law

The Treasury's second section centres on Christian IV's coronation crown of 1596, shown with Lex Regia, the 1665 Royal Law that made Denmark an absolute monarchy.

Permanent collectionkr 150

Christian IV's Bedchamber

The private chamber where Christian IV died on 28 February 1648, after having himself carried by sled from Frederiksborg to end his days at his favourite castle.

Permanent collectionkr 150

The Knights' Hall

Rosenborg's 1624 ballroom, running the castle's full length under an 18th-century ceiling, with Christian V's tapestries, the coronation thrones and silver lions.

Permanent collectionkr 150

The Glass Cabinet

One of Europe's oldest museum rooms (1713-14), built by Frederik IV to show the Venetian glass the city of Venice gave him in 1709, on gilded pyramid consoles.

Permanent collectionkr 150

The Treasury: Crown Jewels and Regalia

The Treasury's third section holds the Danish crown jewels, still worn by the sitting queen, beside the gold sceptre, orb, sword and crowns of the absolute monarchs.

Permanent collectionkr 150

Nearby

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Natural History Museum of Denmark

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The David Collection

ArtFree4 min walk

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SMK – National Gallery of Denmark

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The Workers Museum (Arbejdermuseet)

Children6 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Rosenborg Castle cost?

Standard adult admission to Rosenborg Castle is kr 150. Adults DKK 150 at the door / 140 online; students DKK 100; under 18 free (ticket still required); groups of 10+ DKK 130 each. Timed-entry tickets, often sold out in peak season. Royal Palace Pass (Rosenborg, Amalienborg, Christiansborg, 3 days) DKK 345. ICOM/ODM cards accepted at the shop.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Rosenborg Castle?

Rosenborg Castle is open Daily 10:00-17:00. 2 November-23 December 2026: closed Mondays, Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-16:00. Christmas 2026: closed 24-25 December; 26-30 December 10:00-16:00; 31 December 10:00-14:00; 1 January 2027 11:00-16:00. Timed entry every ten minutes; book ahead in peak season. Hours from January 2027 not yet published.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Rosenborg Castle?

Rosenborg Castle is located at Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 København K, Denmark, in the Indre By area of Copenhagen. The nearest station is Nørreport (Metro M1/M2, S-train, regional trains).

What can I see at Rosenborg Castle?

Christian IV's Renaissance pleasure castle in the King's Garden, guarding the Danish crown jewels in its basement Treasury. Current highlights include The Marble Room, Christian IV's Crown and the Royal Law and Christian IV's Bedchamber.

Do I need to book Rosenborg Castle in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Rosenborg Castle?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

Is Rosenborg Castle accessible?

400-year-old Renaissance building with many stairs and narrow doorways and no lift, so physical accessibility is limited. Backpacks and pushchairs are not allowed inside (free lockers).