Tour of the Castles of North Sealand

Tour of the Castles of North Sealand

Explore the 16th-century Frederiksborg Castle on this guided tour of the former royal residence. Take in the marvellous collection of portraits and historical paintings housed beneath its sweeping gables and copper-covered spires.

Built in a 16th-century Dutch Renaissance style, Frederiksborg Castle sits majestically on three islands in the lush Hillerød area. Once home to the Danish monarchy and the setting for several coronations, today Frederiksborg Castle boasts an impressive collection of royal portraits and landscapes as part of the National History Museum.

As well as visiting the museum, you'll also tour the castle chapel and ornate Knights' Hall. On your way back along the coastal road, you'll pass Fredensborg Palace, the Royal Family's summer residence. Make a final stop at Kronborg Castle to visit this splendid example of Renaissance architecture. This World Heritage site is also renowned as the setting of Shakespeare'sHamlet.

Inclusions :

• Guided tour to Frederiksborg Castle
• Admission to and guided tour of Frederiksborg Castle and Kronborg Castle
• Roundtrip transportation via coach

Duration:
7 hours

Departure time and location:
10:15 AM, in front of the Palace Hotel, City Hall Square

Note:
Commentary is provided in English only. Lunch is not included in the listed price. Children under the age of 3 participate for free provided they sit on a parent's lap.

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