I have been going to Denmark for years and I always like giving a tour of Copenhagen and the surrounding area to friends that have never been there before. This year I was able to meet my cousin Sandy and Don in Copenhagen to introduce them to our Danish relatives.
I was able to take them to Kronborg Castle where we had a pleasant surprise. Kronborg Castle is also known as Hamlet's Castle as Shakespeare used the castle as his location for his play, Hamlet. In August the tour of the castle also includes actors playing roles from the play in the room it was intended to be in. As you are walking around you may find yourself watching a scene from Hamlet in a bedroom, grand hall or in the courtyard. It was a great experience so if you are in Denmark in August make sure you visit the castle.
The castle itself is built in Helsingor and is at the narrowest part of the straight between Denmark and Sweden. Denmark used to make ships passing through the straight pay a tax. You not only get a tour of a real working castle but also an incredible view of Helsingor and Sweden on the other side of the straight. Go to the top of the tower for the best view.
Also, you can tour under the castle where the soldiers lived. It wouldn't be the most pleasant place to live as it is very dark and damp. This is also where Holger Danske lives. Holger is the protector of Denmark and whenever Denmark needs him he will come to life to protect the country.
The castle opens at 10 am and you can make it a day touring the castle and grounds or you can tour the nearby Frederiksborg Castle about a half hour away by car.
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