Copenhagen: Kronborg, Frederiksborg Castle and Roskilde Tour

Capital Region of Denmark, Copenhagen



Discover the royal castles of Frederiksborg and Kronborg and Denmark’s former capital Roskilde on a full-day minibus tour from Copenhagen.

North Sealand and Roskilde Day Tour from Copenhagen

This full-day tour from Copenhagen explores North Sealand’s royal castles, historical sites, and Viking heritage, suitable for history and culture enthusiasts.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Kronborg Castle, the inspiration for Shakespeare’s Elsinore
  • Visit Frederiksborg Castle and its lakeside gardens
  • See the burial sites of Danish royalty at Roskilde Cathedral
  • Discover Viking ships and artifacts at the Viking Ship Museum

Description

Your day begins with hotel pickup in central Copenhagen, followed by a scenic drive to North Sealand. At Kronborg Castle, learn about its rich history and its role in Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.”

Next, visit Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød, admired for its Renaissance architecture and picturesque setting beside a lake and gardens.

Continue to Roskilde, the former Danish capital, to tour Roskilde Cathedral where 39 Danish monarchs, including Ingrid of Sweden, are buried.

Conclude at the Viking Ship Museum, featuring original and reconstructed Viking ships, offering insights into the Viking era’s maritime prowess.

The tour ends with a comfortable return to Copenhagen.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance fees to all sites
  • Transportation by bus
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on the bus

Important Information

  • Luggage and large items cannot be stored on the bus

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. The tour operates year-round; spring and summer offer longer daylight and milder weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Kronborg Castle, Frederiksborg Castle, Roskilde Cathedral, and the Viking Ship Museum in North Sealand and Roskilde.
The tour provides hotel pickup in central Copenhagen and transports you north to Kronborg Castle by coach.
This tour is ideal for history and culture enthusiasts interested in Danish royal history and Viking heritage.
Yes, the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde is part of the guided day tour.
Danish royal burial sites are located at Roskilde Cathedral, which is included in the tour itinerary.
Yes, hotel pickup in central Copenhagen is included for this day tour.
No, entrance to Kronborg Castle and Frederiksborg Castle is covered as part of the guided tour.
The tour operates year-round; check the provider's website for current availability and hours.
The tour typically lasts a full day, including visits to all major sites north of Copenhagen and Roskilde.
Kronborg Castle inspired Shakespeare’s Elsinore and is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Renaissance architecture.

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