Private VIP Tour to Frederiksborg Castle from Copenhagen

The castle sits on three islets in its own lake, surrounded by formal gardens King Christian IV built in the 1600s.

A private guided tour of Frederiksborg Castle departing from your Copenhagen hotel, with round-trip transportation, entrance ticket and snacks included. Your guide leads you through the palace's decorated halls and baroque gardens, sharing stories of Danish kings and royal history. The tour lasts around four hours and runs at your own pace without crowds or group schedules.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private tour to Frederiksborg Castle

• Pickup from Copenhagen hotel
• Drive through Danish countryside
• Guided tour of Frederiksborg Castle
• Explore castle interiors and gardens

The experience

Your driver picks you up from your hotel and drives north through Danish countryside to Hillerød, where Frederiksborg Castle rises from three islets on its castle lake. The palace was built in Dutch Renaissance style by King Christian IV in the 17th century and remains one of Denmark's most important cultural landmarks. Once you arrive, a private guide takes you through the magnificent halls and richly decorated interiors, explaining the history of Danish kings and royal traditions as you move through the rooms. The guide's storytelling is built into the pace. You're not rushing through on a set schedule.

After the palace interiors, you explore the beautifully landscaped baroque gardens that surround the castle. The gardens are part of what makes the site distinctive: formal, geometric, and designed to be walked through rather than just viewed. Snacks are included during the tour, so you're not hunting for a café or breaking the rhythm of the day. The whole experience (entrance, guide, transport and refreshments) is settled before you book, with no surprises at the door.

The return journey follows the same route back to Copenhagen, giving you time to sit with what you've seen. Four hours total means you're not spending a full day away from the city, and the private vehicle means no waiting for other passengers or coordinating group timing.

What’s included

• A knowledgeable guide leading the tour in English.
• private round-trip transportation from your Copenhagen hotel.
• entrance ticket to Frederiksborg Castle.
• snacks during the tour.
• professional driver handling all logistics.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 11:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Easy Travel

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup means you don't arrange transport or navigate to the castle yourself. The driver collects you and handles the full journey, which matters if you're without a car or unfamiliar with Danish roads. The private format also means no group schedule to sync with and no waiting for other travelers.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Frederiksborg Castle actually used for now?

Frederiksborg Castle houses the National History Museum, so the rooms and halls you walk through contain historical collections and exhibits related to Danish royal life and the nation's past. The palace itself is the museum.

How much time do you actually spend inside the castle versus the gardens?

The itinerary covers both the palace interiors and the baroque gardens as part of the same guided experience, though the exact split depends on your guide's pacing and your own interests. The full tour runs around four hours from pickup to drop-off.

Is lunch included, or do I need to eat before we go?

Lunch is not included, though snacks are provided during the tour. You may want to eat before departure or plan a meal back in Copenhagen afterward.

Do I need to speak Danish, or is the guide in English?

Your guide speaks English and will lead the entire tour in English, sharing the history and stories of the castle and its royal residents.