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Amalienborg Palace

📍 Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark
Amalienborg Palace
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Quick Facts

Location
Denmark, Copenhagen
Category
Castle & Fortress
Duration
About 1 hour
Address
Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark
Coordinates
55.6841, 12.5935

Introduction

Amalienborg is the Danish Queen's main residence, four Rococo palaces around an octagonal square crowned by the equestrian statue of founder Frederick V. The daily noon guard-changing is Copenhagen's favourite royal spectacle, bearskin-hatted guards marching in formation. From one side you see the Marble Church and the harbour — the concentrated expression of Denmark's 'approachable' monarchy, and the heart of a Frederiksstaden visit.

✨ Highlights

01
Four palaces
Amalienborg is the Danish Queen's main residence.
02
Guard change
The daily noon guard-changing is Copenhagen's favourite royal spectacle.
03
Marble Church
From one side you see the Marble Church and the harbour — the concentrated expression of.
04
Queen's home
Queen's home adds a different flavour to Amalienborg Palace.

🛈 Practical Info

→Duration:About 1 hour.
→Tip:Noon guard change.
→Note:Interior by schedule.
→Transportation:Frederiksstaden, Copenhagen

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00-16:00
Wednesday10:00-16:00
Thursday10:00-16:00
Friday10:00-16:00
Saturday10:00-16:00
Sunday10:00-16:00

The site lists hours by season: 1 November to 23 December the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-16:00 with Mondays closed; 28 March to 1 November it is open Monday to Sunday 10:00-16:00. During the 2026 summer period (27 June to 30 August) Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday run until 17:00 - the remaining summer days were not fully captured and are therefore not stated. Public holidays have separate opening hours.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultDKK 135 at the door; DKK 125 when purchased online
ChildUnder-18s enter free but still need a ticket
Free AdmissionFree admission for children and young people under 18 (a ticket is still required)

Annual pass holders still need a ticket and must show the pass with it; discounted rates require a valid membership card or ID such as a Business Club card, companion card, ODM card, ICOM card or student ID; buying online in advance is recommended to avoid waiting, and visitors may stay until closing time; guided tours cost a further DKK 30 and must be booked together with an entrance ticket 15 minutes before the tour starts.

💡 Tips

• Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.
• Opening Square all day (reference); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
• Getting there: Frederiksstaden, Copenhagen; pair with nearby sights.
• If time allows, pair Amalienborg Palace with nearby sights in one day.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Amalienborg Palace?

Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00-16:00; Wednesday: 10:00-16:00; Thursday: 10:00-16:00; Friday: 10:00-16:00; Saturday: 10:00-16:00; Sunday: 10:00-16:00; The site lists hours by season: 1 November to 23 December the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-16:00 with Mondays closed; 28 March to 1 November it is open Monday to Sunday 10:00-16:00. During the 2026 summer period (27 June to 30 August) Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday run until 17:00 - the remaining summer days were not fully captured and are therefore not stated. Public holidays have separate opening hours.

How much is the admission for Amalienborg Palace?

Adult: DKK 135 at the door; DKK 125 when purchased online; Child: Under-18s enter free but still need a ticket; Free Admission: Free admission for children and young people under 18 (a ticket is still required); Annual pass holders still need a ticket and must show the pass with it; discounted rates require a valid membership card or ID such as a Business Club card, companion card, ODM card, ICOM card or student ID; buying online in advance is recommended to avoid waiting, and visitors may stay until closing time; guided tours cost a further DKK 30 and must be booked together with an entrance ticket 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Any practical tips for visiting Amalienborg Palace?

Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening Square all day (reference); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.

How long should I spend at Amalienborg Palace?

A typical visit takes About 1 hour.

Hours, prices and access here may change with the venue season and events, so please confirm with the venue official channel before you go.

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