For the family
Hamlet's History Hunt
27. jun. 2025—9. aug. 2025
Award-winning children's activity with drama, choices, and royal intrigue.
Join the award-winning historical treasure hunt at Kronborg for children and their adults! Here you become part of a royal drama, where you will explore mysterious events, interrogate the court – and help choose Denmark's next ruler.
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Age
Best suited for children aged 7 – 12 years.
Ticket
The experience does not require a separate ticket, and is free for everyone who has purchased a ticket to the castle. Free admission for children under 18 years old.
Time
Every day in the period from June 28 to August 10, between 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Language
Can be experienced in both Danish and English.
Accessibility
The tour goes around the entire castle and up and down stairs. There is no elevator or lift in the castle.
Step into the story of Hamlet and decide the fate of the kingdom
The historical quest is based on Shakespeare's iconic tragedy Hamlet. Just like in the play, Hamlet's father, the king, is murdered by his brother Claudius, who soon after takes the throne and marries the widowed queen Gertrude – Hamlet's mother. But in this award-winning historical quest, it is now up to you to figure out who will be the next king of Denmark.
You will meet three candidates, all claiming to be the rightful heir to the throne. But none of them trust each other, and suspicions of instability, treachery, and murder are quickly cast.
Through conversations and choices, you interact with characters from the classic drama and bring the narrative closer. At the same time, you are confronted with the timeless dilemmas that define Hamlet: revenge, morality, love, and power.