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Hillerød, Denmark

Hillerød

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Hillerød

Nestled in the heart of Denmark, Hillerød is a charming gem bursting with history! Famous for the stunning Frederiksborg Castle, you’ll find picturesque lakes and beautiful gardens throughout the town. Stroll through cobblestone streets lined with cozy cafés and boutique shops. Don’t forget to try a Danish pastry—your taste buds will thank you! Adventure awaits in Hillerød!

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5/5
4 h

4-Hour Private Half-Day Frederiksborg Castle Tour

Would you like to have a private castle tour with your family, friends or colleagues and no unknown guests? If yes, then join this 4-hour guided castle tour and walk through over 400 years of Danish royal history. Located in the sleepy village of Hillerød, the Frederiksborg Castle is located not far outside Copenhagen and is an absolute gem in the Danish countryside. Please note that transportation back and forth to Frederiksborg Castle will be by train.  Private Tour is available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

$650.00
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5/5
5 h

Hamlet Countryside Excursion Through Shakespeare Land + Ebook

Explore the enchanting region of North Zealand on a journey filled with history, stunning landscapes, and Danish royal tradition. Departing from Copenhagen, travel through tranquil scenery amidst forests and fields until you reach the elegant Fredensborg Palace, the summer residence of the Danish Royal Family, perfect for unforgettable photos. The journey continues to Helsingør, a charming coastal city known for its medieval streets and impressive maritime heritage. There, visit the legendary Kronborg Castle, world-famous as Hamlet's castle in William Shakespeare's play and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour also includes a stop at the historic Jægersborg Dyrehave royal park, home to the elegant Hermitage Lodge, surrounded by open landscapes. To complement the experience, you will receive an exclusive eBook with trivia, tips, and extra content about the royal history and the main destinations visited during the tour.

$242.66
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5/5
6 h

Half-Day Private Tour to Kronborg and Frederiksborg Castle

Departing from your cruise ship or hotel, you will drive across the Danish countryside, in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, whilst your expert guide shares the history of this beautiful region. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, where King Christian V's royal hunting grounds once thrived, before making your way to Kronborg Castle, the iconic setting of Shakespeare's Hamlet. Wander through the royal apartments and the exquisite Ballroom, while marveling at the statue of the legendary sleeping warrior, Holger Danske. Next, you will visit Frederiksborg Castle, where you can stroll through the Baroque gardens and islets, admire the splendor of the Castle Chapel, and delve into the mesmerizing Great Hall. At the end of the excursion, you can enjoy a peaceful lunch or peruse the local shops in the idyllic town of Hillerød, before being chauffeured back to your cruise port or hotel.

$1,202.14
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5/5
8 h

Frederiksborg & Kronborg Castles: Private Day Trip

Experience the majesty and magnificence of Royal Denmark on this full-day tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Castles of Frederiksborg & Kronborg with your private guide, with tickets included. On this fairytale Royal day trip from Copenhagen, spend the morning at the picturesque UNESCO-listed Frederiksborg Castle. Uniquely set on three islands on Castle Lake, it is the largest Renaissance castle in Scandinavia. The castle was originally built in the early 1600s by King Christian IV. On exiting the castle, wander the majestic Baroque manicured and styled gardens and grounds. Next, you’ll head to Kronborg Castle, the spectacular setting of Shakespeare's Hamlet! It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Your guide will take you on an intimate tour of this magnificent palace that for 400 years served as the royal headquarters for the collection of the Sound Dues. After a magical day immersed in Denmark’s royal history, enjoy the scenic coastal train ride back to Copenhagen.

$695.00
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5/5
9 h

A Big Easy Tour, moderate pace tour

The Big Easy Tour is for all those who want extra time at the sites, or are slow walkers, or you are a fan "slow-living", then this is the tour. -The first stop is the UNESCO Heritage-listed Roskilde Cathedral. Here is a 1-hour guided tour. - The next stop is the Viking Ship Museum at the bay of Roskilde, with its little harbor filled with replicated Viking ships (in the summer time), all built at the museum's shipyard. - The guide will make a short introduction to the museum. And then you have time to explore the museum and its activities on your own. -The town of Hillerod is a typical mid-sized Danish town with a walking street where you can find different kinds of lunch options from cafés, takeaways, Danish-style hotdog stands, or at the local Danish-style bakery. - In Hillerod the Frederiksborg Palace is located. This magnificent renaissance palace, built in the 1700s, century packed with historical artifacts and an amazing architecture, and a unique baroque garden at the palace.

$197.52
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5/5

Frederiksborg Castle and Gardens: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Denmark's most spectacular Renaissance castle on this self-guided audio tour around Frederiksborg's courtyards and baroque gardens. Built by ambitious King Christian IV in the 1620s as a pleasure palace, you'll hear stories of Swedish raiders, stuffed horses, and beer-funded reconstructions that bring its dramatic past to life. Wander from the medieval castle bridge through baroque gardens inspired by Versailles with annual replanting of 12,000 tulips in intricate geometric patterns, cross the unusual S-shaped bridge with its horse legend, and discover Neptune fountain where Christian IV depicted himself as the Greek god. This 30-minute walking tour ends beside peaceful Slotssøen lake. Please note this is a tour of the Frederiksborg castle which is free to enter, and not a ticket to the castle museum.

$9.99
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5/5
5 h

Copenhagen North Zealand Castles Private Tour

Discover the best of North Zealand on a private castle tour combining history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Visit the magnificent Frederiksborg Castle, enjoy photo stops at Kronborg Castle (Hamlet’s Castle) and Fredensborg Palace, and learn about Denmark’s royal heritage from your knowledgeable guide throughout the journey.

$1,052.24
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4.9/5
7 h

Day Tour, Palace, Cathedral & Viking Ships (Cruise Ship Special)

This tour is for the cruise travelers, who has limited time in Copenhagen, but still want a day out of the city. You will join the standard Full-Day, but you will not see all the 4 sites due to your ships arrival or departure. - - We recommend you to book your seat on the bus. - - Please look very carefully on the offered tours so you get the version that match you time in Copenhagen. There will be guided in English at; - Kronborg Castle - Roskilde Cathedral - And an intro at the Viking Ship Museum The visit to Frederiksborg Palace is self guided. The narrative strikes a balance, offering just enough facts without overwhelming you with years, kings, and wars, coupled with a touch of humor and fun. No need for cardio exercise on this day. 8000 steps is reached before the end of the day, while you walked up spiral staircases in medieval castles, cross cobblestone covered streets. Dress code for the day: do like the Danes says; There is no bad weather, just the wrong clothing!

$317.44
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4.9/5
4 h

Copenhagen: Private VIP Tour to Frederiksborg Castle (snack incl)

Experience one of Denmark’s most spectacular royal landmarks on this private day trip to Frederiksborg Castle, a breathtaking 17th-century Renaissance castle set in the heart of North Zealand. Travel in comfort with private round-trip transportation directly from your Copenhagen hotel, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey without public transport or logistics to worry about. Upon arrival, enjoy a fully guided private experience through the castle and its impressive surroundings. Explore magnificent halls, richly decorated interiors, and beautifully landscaped baroque gardens while your private guide shares fascinating stories about Danish kings, royal traditions, and the history of this iconic residence. Entrance tickets, private guide, and private transportation are all incl in the price. This exclusive tour offers flexibility, comfort, and in-depth storytelling — the perfect way to discover one of Denmark’s most important cultural and historical treasures at your own pace.

$502.61
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4.9/5
9 h

Grand Day Trip around Copenhagen

See the attractions outside Copenhagen. The only tour that not only includes the royal castles but also visits the former capital, Roskilde. You see a lot more than on the other tours. You also get a more personal experience because we operate in small groups of 16 people or less. Knowledgeable and English speaking guide.

$173.91
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4.8/5
9 h 30 mins

Full-Day; Castle, Palace, Cathedral & Viking ships Tour

This full-day tour not only provides a journey to two castles, one of which is listed on the UNESCO Heritage list, and a cathedral, also on the UNESCO Heritage list, from May to September it also includes a visit to a dynamic Viking Ship museum. Your English-speaking driver will guide you to Kronborg Castle and Roskilde's Cathedral, providing info-tainment— a delightful mix of facts presented in an easy-going manner, with a twinkle in the eyes of our excellent driver and guide. The narrative strikes a balance, offering just enough facts without overwhelming you with years, kings, and wars, and coupled with a touch of humor and fun. No need for cardio exercise on this day. 10000 steps is reached before the end of the day, and you will have walked up spiral staircases in medieval castles, crossed cobblestone-covered street The tour offers also a lot of fresh air and a taste of the Danish weather. So for clothing, do as the Danes say; There is no bad weather, just the wrong clothing!

$217.50
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4.7/5
7 h

Kronborg (Hamlet Castle) & Frederiksborg Castles: PRIVATE TOUR

You will enjoy two of the most wonderful castles in the North of the island of Zealand. In this tour, there will be a driver and a guide who will take good care of you and will explain you everything about the history of the castles and Denmark. You will hear about Frederick II and Christian IV as well as the history between Denmark and Sweden. The van is very confortable and spacious. We will pick you up at your hotel, as long as it is in the city centre.

$1,454.48
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4.7/5
8 h 30 mins

Easy Tour; Kronborg Castle and Frederiksborg Palace

The Easy-Pace Tour focuses on a short day tour visiting two interesting sites outside Copenhagen. Your English-speaking driver and guide, will guide you at Kronborg Castle. After the guided tour you will have time to explore the castle and maybe a visit to the gift shop. The Frederiksborg Palace in Hillerod will take your breath away. An unbelievable renaissance palace from 17th century. The visit at Frederiksborg Palace is on you own. Exploration of the palace and maybe the baroque garden. Our Guide will provide info-tainment— a delightful mix of facts presented in an easy-going manner, with a twinkle in the eyes of our excellent driver and guide. The narrative strikes a balance, offering just enough facts without overwhelming you with years, kings, and wars, coupled with a touch of humor and fun. You will not miss out on cardio exercise on this day. For slow walkers or walkers using simple walking aids, this is also accommodated on this tour.

$199.87
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4.7/5
4 h

Private Tour to Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

Meet your private driver for a half day visit to the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art. Your private expert-guide will be waiting for you upon arrival to museum. Located north of Copenhagen, Louisiana Museum incorporates an approach to interaction between art, nature, architecture, landscapes and has a long-standing tradition of culture-historical exhibitions and of presenting large, international photo, design and architecture shows.

$482.03
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4.7/5

Castles of Kronborg and Frederiksborg from Copenhagen by Car

One of the most beautiful castles from the Danish Renaissance period. Enjoy a private half-day tour from Copenhagen. Optional: visit Kronborg Castle and Frederiksborg Castle in 1 day. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 5-hour: Kronborg Castle with Private Guide Book a private guided tour of Kronborg Castle with skip-the-line tickets and private transportation from Copenhagen. You will see the Fredensborg Palace (outside only) along the way. 5,5-hour: Kronborg Castle with Audio Guide Book an audio guided guided tour of Kronborg Castle with skip-the-line tickets and private transportation from Copenhagen. You will see the Fredensborg Palace (outside only) along the way. 8-hour: Kronborg & Frederiksborg Castle with Audio Guide Book an audio guided guided tour of Kronborg Castle and Frederiksborg Castle with skip-the-line tickets and private transportation from Copenhagen. You will see the Fredensborg Palace (outside only) along the way.

$637.60
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4.5/5

Copenhagen Card - DISCOVER 80+ attractions and public transport

Make the most of Denmark’s vibrant capital with a money-saving COPENHAGEN CARD - DISCOVER. Get unlimited pubic transport in the entire capital region and free admission to 80+ attractions and museums, including the must-visit Tivoli Gardens* and much more. COPENHAGEN CARD is 100% digital. Download the app and redeem the card with the code from your voucher. After redeeming and activating the card you're ready to explore Copenhagen! Please do not activate the card before you want to use it. The time starts once you activate the card. *please note that the card only grants entrance, you must pay for rides.

$93.12
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4.5/5
5 h 6 mins

a day at North Zealand Castle Tour

we will pick you up at your hotel location with our vehicle according to the group size; we will travel 45km to the north of the island of Zealand to discover the spectacular Frederiksborg Castle, a former royal residence and now part of the national history museum. There, you will visit the amazing chapel, more than 1000 years of Danish history, and the grand hall. we continue in the north for a photo stop at the Queen's summer palace, the Fredensborg Castle. Finally, you will arrive at Helsingor, where the Kronborg Castle is located, better known as Hamlet Castle, for a panoramic view at the narrow point between Denmark and Sweden's landmarks, you can see the beautiful Baltic Sea in between both sides, and if time allows us we can also have a quick view of the little town of Helsinore and grab a bite before head back to Copenhagen to end our journey.

$1,256.86
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4.4/5
6 h 30 mins

Kings, Castles & Countryside Tour of Royal North Sealand

We travel up the coast road to Rungsted and then through the Danish countryside to Fredriksborg Palace, where you can see the Royal Art Collection. After this we drive to fredensborg Palace. It was named Fredensborg, or Peace Palace, in English, to celebrate the signing of the peace treaty between Denmark and Sweden. The last stop on our tour is in Helsingør, which is known as Elsinor in English. There you can visit the ramparts of Kronborg, Hamlet's Castle, which dates back to 1585. You could also take a walk through the historic city of Helsingør, where you will find many half timbered buildings and a Cathedral that dates back to the 1200s. From Helsingør we travel back to Copenhagen via Strandvejen, the coast road and the highway.

$130.43
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4/5
7 h

Copenhagen and Northern Zealand with Hamlet Castle

Set off for a 7 hour adventure along the Danish countryside to contemplate the beauty of its flora and wildlife, take pictures on the background of medieval fortresses, including Kronborg Castle that keeps a lot of mysteries and legends! The second part of the tour will be devoted to Copenhagen’s best highlights, such as Christiansborg Castle, Tivoli Gardens, Little Mermaid and many others.

$1,422.59
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4/5

All around Oresund (Self-guided)

Skåne has a diverse character both in nature and in culture. If you are interested in both then our tour all around Oresund gives you the perfect experience! You will experience both the city and nature in forests and by the sea. For example som cities to discover is Malmö, Helsingborg, Helsingør and Copenhagen. Discover Skåne's favourite places from a nice bike. For those of you who are interested in gourmet, it is perfect to combine with different taste stops in farm shops or castle restaurants in the countryside in Skåne. Take the opportunity to taste genuine Swedish delicacies such as home-made drinks, smoked salmon, cheeses and more. Skåne's delicacies with locally produced ingredients can give you a new taste experience! When you have discovered Skåne the next adventure awaits to be explored. Denmark is just a just a stone throw away on the other side of the sea and has a lot to offer such as Zealand with lots of castles and natur, Copenhagen with restaurants and nightlife.

$111.69
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