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.
Combo ticket with Rosenborg 200 DKK. Changing of Guard free daily at noon
Arrive before noon to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Visit on weekdays to avoid weekend crowds.
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
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The ceremony happens daily at 12:00. Guards march from Rosenborg Castle arriving around 11:30, so arrive early for a good spot
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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