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City tour with guided visits to Christiansborg Palace and Rosenborg Castle, including Torvehallerne food market.

Highlights

Panoramic bus tour introducing Copenhagen’s royal history and architectural landmarks

Explore the Royal Reception Rooms at Christiansborg, Denmark’s seat of Parliament

Browse the vibrant Torvehallerne food market and sample some Danish treats

Admire the spectacular royal regalia and historic treasures at Rosenborg Castle

How it works

Discover Copenhagen’s royal heritage on this comprehensive five-hour sightseeing tour. Begin with a panoramic bus tour through the Danish capital, passing elegant squares, historic districts and notable landmarks as your guide introduces the city’s monarchy, history and modern Scandinavian culture.

Continue to Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament, Supreme Court and Royal Reception Rooms. Explore the grand halls that host official state occasions and gain insight into Denmark’s constitutional monarchy.

The tour then proceeds to Torvehallerne food market, where you will have approximately 20 minutes to browse. Enjoy this opportunity to buy some local Danish delicacies or refreshments.

Finally, visit Rosenborg Castle, a Renaissance treasure built by King Christian IV and set within the scenic King’s Garden. Inside, admire richly decorated interiors and view the dazzling Danish Crown Jewels and royal regalia.

Please note: Entrance fees to Christiansborg Palace and Rosenborg Castle are included. Purchases at Torvehallerne are at guests’ own expense.

Before you book

Activity level

Moderate: Some mobility needed

Availability

Winter, Spring

Transport

Bus with guide

Food & drink

No food or drink included

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Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions our guests ask most often

If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.  

However, to ensure yourself a spot, we recommend booking in advance.

You will be able to view them all by logging into your booking here.

If you booked through a travel agent, you can reach out to them for this information.

Yes, you will get a full refund to your original payment method. If that's not possible, we will reach out to check your payment details.

Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.

Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most

Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people. Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed

Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges. Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed

Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.

Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed 

These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility. 

Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.

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