Two visitors walk beneath a golden autumn canopy in Copenhagen's King's Garden. — PHOTO“Autumn in Copenhagen's King's Garden, Denmark Efterår i Københavns Kongens Have, Danmark (30177773054).jpg” by Kristoffer Trolle from Copenhagen, Denmark · CC BY 2.0. Resized and converted to WebP for this site.

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King's Garden — Rosenborg Garden

Relax in Denmark's oldest royal garden, with broad lawns, rose borders and the Hercules Pavilion beside Rosenborg Castle.

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What to expect

Kongens Have began in 1606 as Christian IV's garden beside Rosenborg. Today its square path layout, old linden avenues, lawns, rose garden and sculptures make it a calm break in the centre; spring and summer bring fuller flower beds and more picnickers. The castle museum stands inside the garden but is a separate, timed-ticket visit.

Free public garden

Before you go

Entry and costs

The public garden grounds are free to enter. Rosenborg Castle is separately ticketed; the Royal Danish Collection recommends booking a time slot, particularly in busy periods.

Visitor notes

The Danish Agency for Culture and Palaces publishes seasonal gate hours: 07:00–17:00 in January, February and November–December; 07:00–19:00 in March and October; 07:00–21:00 in April and September; and 07:00–22:00 from May through August. A Parkmuseerne English page currently lists 18:00 rather than 17:00 for January–February, while the managing agency lists 17:00; this date check follows the managing agency. Confirm before a late winter visit. Events or maintenance may also affect access.

Opening hours

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Published hours checked 1 November 2026. For holidays, temporary closures or event changes, check the official source below.

Good for

Garden pathsPicnic lawnsRenaissance history

Official sourceDanish Agency for Culture and Palaces — Rosenborg Castle and King's Garden

Checked 1 November 2026. Hours, entry rules and access can change; check this page again before you visit.

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