Amalienborg is the official residence of the Danish Royal Family, comprising four identical rococo palaces arranged around an octagonal courtyard with a statue of Frederick V. The Royal Guards in their distinctive uniforms patrol the palace 24 hours. The Amalienborg Museum in Christian VIIIs Palace showcases private royal apartments and the history of the Danish monarchy from 1863 to today.
Free for children under 18. Free with Copenhagen Card. Companion card holders can bring carer free
Arrive by 11:30 for Changing of the Guard (best show when King is in residence September-April). Guard march starts at 11:27 from Rosenborg. Museum less crowded on weekday mornings
Metro M3/M4 to Kongens Nytorv, 10-minute walk through Nyhavn. Bus 1A stops nearby. Walk from Opera via Inderhavnsbroen pedestrian bridge. Guard changing at 12:00, with band if Queen is in residence.
Beautiful rococo architecture around a symmetric octagonal square. Daily Changing of the Guard ceremony at noon with marching soldiers in bearskin hats. Museum offers intimate look at royal life through furnished apartments and exhibitions on the Danish monarchy
Changing of the Guard daily at 12pm
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The most impressive ceremony is when the King is in residence (mainly September-April), featuring the full Royal Life Guard Music Band with drums and fifes. Check if the flag flies from the main building. In summer, ceremonies are simpler but still worth seeing
Yes, especially for royal history fans. It offers rare access to private royal apartments decorated as they were when monarchs lived there. Combined with the free Changing of the Guard, it makes for a complete royal Copenhagen experience
Useful tips for visiting Amalienborg Palace
Position yourself on the square by 11:45 for Changing of the Guard. Stay 1.5m from buildings. Check flag - if flying from central building, royals are home and ceremony is grander with full band. Photo inside guard boxes is prohibited. Visit both museum and ceremony for full experience
Metro M3/M4 to Kongens Nytorv, 10-minute walk through Nyhavn. Bus 1A stops nearby. Walk from Nyhavn along the waterfront. Can combine with Little Mermaid visit
Beautiful rococo architecture around a symmetric octagonal square. Daily Changing of the Guard ceremony at noon with marching soldiers in bearskin hats. Museum offers intimate look at royal life through furnished apartments and exhibitions on the Danish monarchy
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