Behind the castle's thick walls and through the twisting hallways, magical stories are waiting for you to come and discover them.
Step into the king's old chambers, sneak through the castle's kitchen, and greet Holger the Dane in the dim casemates. Kronborg is filled with experiences for the whole family – so take each other by the hand and go explore. The adventure begins as soon as you step inside.
Kronborg for curious kids
Play at Kronborg
Find the activity stations at the castle
Explore history through hands-on fun. At Kronborg, history comes alive through playful activities designed for curious minds of all ages. Keep an eye out for a green dresser—that's your invitation to touch, explore, and dive into the past! Chat with a talking parrot, lounge in a royal four-poster bed, or feel the thrill of firing a cannon. At Kronborg, learning about history is anything but boring!
Quick as a Prince or Princess
Run where they used to dance
In this huge ballroom - actually the largest in the Nordic countries - the kings held the wildest parties. The cannons fired away every time the king toasted! How fast do you think you can sprint from one end to the other?
Nap Like a royal
King Frederick II and Queen Sophie slept in a canopy bed like this one. So come and feel what it's like to live like a king and queen. Did you know that their son Christian IV - the one who built the Round Tower - also played here in the castle when he was a boy?
See You at Kronborg
Join award-winning historical scavenger hunts
Can you embroider like Queen Sophie?
Up under the ceiling
Talk to the cheeky parrot
Draw whatever you want in the creative space
Fyr luftkanonen af og ram en svensker
Get cooking in the royal kitchen
Are you the king’s new chef?
This is where the royal chef worked hard to cook up grand feasts - sometimes with more than 50 different dishes! Now it’s your turn: stir the big pots over the fire, bake tasty bread, and sniff the spices that filled the air long ago.
What does your dream castle look like?
Let your imagination run free
Here is your chance to be the architect of Kronborg. Build your dream castle with LEGO®, or choose the most beautiful colors for Queen Sofie's new dress. You decide - just like a real king or queen!
Cannons and gunpowder at Kronborg
If you're lucky, you might witness the impressive cannons at Kronborg in action. On special occasions, they are still fired, and you can feel the thrill of this ancient tradition. The cannons have been a part of the castle's history as a fortress, used for both defense and celebration. Today, they are fired as a tribute to the past, and it's an experience that fills the castle with both thunder and an adventurous atmosphere. Keep an eye on the calendar — you just might hear them during your visit!
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