Amalienborg Palace

Amalienborg Castle

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Amalienborg is a real royal castle although it doesn't have towers and spires. This is where the Queen lives during the winter season and it is also the venue of the famous balcony scenes, which take place whenever the royal family seizes the occasion to greet the people. Even though the castle is primarily the residence of the royal couple, visitors have the chance to experience some of the royal chambers that are not in daily use.

Today audiences can visit 2 of the 4 palaces: Christian VIII's palace, which is partially organized as a museum for the Glücksburg royal family and Christian VII's palace, which is used by the Queen as guest and representation venue and is regularly open for visitors. You can also choose to just take in the castle from the outside, where the equestrian statue of Frederik V thrones in the middle of the castle square and where the change of guard takes place every day around noon.

How to get there

Amalienborg Palace is located near the Marble Church - Amalie Gardens – The Yellow Palace - The Royal Playhouse and opposite the Opera House alongside the waterfront.

Take the train going to Metro Kongens Nytorv then walk for five minutes

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