Christiansborg Palace Royal Reception Rooms Tickets Copenhagen

Christiansborg Palace on Slotsholmen

Christiansborg stands on the small island of Slotsholmen in the centre of Copenhagen, a place that has been the centre of Danish power for more than 800 years. The present palace, the third on the site, was built between 1907 and 1928 and today houses the Parliament, the Prime Minister's Office and the Supreme Court, as well as the Royal Reception Rooms.

If you are asking how to get to Christiansborg Palace, it is a short walk from the City Hall Square and Strøget, and buses stop nearby. It is close to the National Museum of Denmark, so the two make a good pair.

The Royal Reception Rooms and the Great Hall

The Royal Reception Rooms are the most impressive part of the visit. They are still used for official events, and you walk through the Throne Room, the Great Hall and the rooms where the monarch receives guests. The Great Hall is hung with tapestries created for Queen Margrethe II that tell the story of Danish history.

The rooms are richly decorated and give a strong feel for how royal receptions are staged. If you have searched for Christiansborg Palace tickets, this is the section you most likely want to see.

The Royal Kitchen, the Stables and the palace ruins

The Royal Kitchen is set out as it was for royal banquets, with copper pots and old equipment that show how food was prepared for the court. The Royal Stables house the horses and carriages still used for ceremonial occasions, and they open for shorter hours than the palace itself.

Beneath the palace, you can walk through the ruins of earlier castles, including remains from the twelfth century that reach back to Bishop Absalon's fortress. It is a quiet and atmospheric part of the visit, and a striking contrast with the grand rooms above.

Planning your visit

The palace is an active place of government, so parts of it may close for official events, and your booking may occasionally be adjusted. Last entry is generally in the late afternoon, and the stables have shorter hours, so check the booking panel for the days and times.

Large bags, backpacks, strollers and food or drink are not allowed inside, and lockers may be available. A guided tour is not included. Allow two to three hours for the whole palace, and take a light layer for the ruins, which can be cool.