Rosenborg Castle and the King’s Garden

Rosenborg Castle is part of the museum district Parkmuseerne, which is in and around the King’s Garden in Copenhagen centre. The garden is one of the oldest royal gardens in Denmark, established in the early 1600s. You can still see the original entrances as well as the Hercules Pavillon and many beautiful sculptures—one of which represents the famous Danish author Hans Christian Andersen. The 17th century is reborn in the symmetrical Renaissance garden Krumspringet or in the rose garden next to the moat of the castle.

Inside, you'll experience a journey through time in the king’s private chambers, bathrooms, and glorious representation rooms. Each space is more intriguing than the next—decorated with royal portraits by famous artists, amazing wall carpets, shiny silverware, wax figures of former inhabitants, and exquisitely constructed furniture.

Among the main attractions of Rosenborg is the Great Hall with the coronation throne and three silver lions standing guard. In one tower, you'll find one of the world’s finest Venetian glass collections. In the other, a collection of Flora Danica porcelain. You can also see the king’s toilet, the amusing trouser-wetting chair, and the secret music channels. Beneath the castle, you can visit the three treasuries with the heavily guarded crown jewels, which are still in use today.