Royal Horse Guards Barracks, Copenhagen

Name: Royal Horse Guards Barracks
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#535 among attractions in Copenhagen

Neoclassical architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Royal Horse Guards Barracks, at 26 Frederiksholms Kanal in Copenhagen, Denmark, served as barracks for the Royal Horse Guards from 1792 until 1866. The building is located along the south side of a gated alleyway which connects Frederiksholm Canal to Vester Voldgade. Together with Civiletatens Materialgård and Fæstningens Materialgård, it forms a cluster of low, yellow-washed buildings all of which are listed, on the Zealand side of the canal, opposite the small island Slotsholmen with Christiansborg Palace. The Hay Storage Building at the end of the barracks building, facing Vester Voldgade, originally stored hay for the King's horses at the Royal Stables but later also served the Royal Horse Guards. Both the Royal Horse Guards Barracks and the Hay Storage building are now used by the Ministry of Education. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°40'23"N, 12°34'37"E

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Indre By (Kalvebodernes)Copenhagen Denmark

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Day trips

Royal Horse Guards Barracks – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tivoli, Glass Hall, Star Flyer, Dæmonen.

~1760 ftW
19th-century amusement park with rides
Tivoli, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Tivoli Gardens, located in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark, stands as a timeless amusement park that enchants visitors with its unique blend of tradition and excitement. Established in 1843, Tivoli is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the world...
~1810 ftW
Theater
Glass Hall, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Glass Hall, nestled in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark, is an emblematic performing arts theater that has become a cornerstone for the city's cultural life. This modern venue, with its sleek architectural design and state-of-the-art facilities, has been a hub...
~1880 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Star Flyer, Copenhagen
10 min walk • The Star Flyer, an exhilarating amusement ride located in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, offers a unique combination of thrills and spectacular views over the city. Towering above the Tivoli Gardens, one of the oldest amusement parks in the world, this ride stands...
~1430 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Dæmonen, Copenhagen
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, lies an adrenaline-pumping attraction that thrills visitors of all ages: Dæmonen. This high-speed roller coaster, located within the historic Tivoli Gardens amusement park, offers an electrifying experience with its tight...
~730 ftNW
Museum of Danish history and culture
Nationalmuseet, Copenhagen
4 min walk • The Nationalmuseet in Copenhagen, Denmark, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and history. This esteemed museum, located in the heart of the Danish capital, is the largest cultural history museum in the country. It offers visitors a comprehensive look into the...
~1530 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
8 min walk • Strædet is the colloquial name of a popular shopping and café street in the Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark, linking Højbro Plads on Strøget at its eastern end with Regnbuepladsen next to City Hall to the west. The official street names are Læderstræde, Kompagnistræde and Farvergade.
~1770 ftNE
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
9 min walk • Ved Stranden 8 is a Neoclassical property located at the corner of Ved Stranden and Boldhusgade, opposite Christiansborg Palace, in central Copenhagen, Denmark. The building was listed on the Danish registry of protected buildings and places in 1932.
~1170 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Hans Jørgen Holm
Black Diamond, Copenhagen
6 min walk • The Black Diamond is a modern waterfront extension to the Royal Danish Library's old building on Slotsholmen in central Copenhagen, Denmark. Its quasi-official nickname is a reference to its polished black granite cladding and irregular angles.
~330 ftNE
Canal
Frederiksholms Kanal, Copenhagen
2 min walk • Frederiksholms Kanal is a canal in central Copenhagen, Denmark, which runs along the south-west side of Slotsholmen, together with Slotholmens Kanal separating the island from Zealand.
~550 ftE
Museum, History museum, Vernacular architecture
The Lapidarium of Kings, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Lapidarium of Kings is a lapidarium in Copenhagen, Denmark. It exhibits a royal collection of sculptures, natural stone figures and plaster models. The museum is situated in the 400 year old brewhouse of King Christian IV.
~1740 ftNW
Nightlife, Cinema, Anton Rosen
Grand Teatret, Copenhagen
9 min walk • The Grand Theatre, located in Mikkel Bryggers Gade, a small side street off Strøget, is one of the oldest cinemas in Copenhagen, Denmark. The cinema is based in the rear side of the Palace Hotel complex on City Hall Square. The building was completed to an Art Deco design by Anton Rosen in 1910.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Royal Horse Guards Barracks?

Nearby attractions include Barchmann Mansion, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Fæstningens Materialgård, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Ny Kongensgade, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Frederiksholms Kanal, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Royal Horse Guards Barracks by public transport?

The nearest stations to Royal Horse Guards Barracks:

Ferry

Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (5 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (11 min walk)

Bus

Stormbroen, Nationalmuseet • Lines: 23, 2A (5 min walk)
Otto Mønsteds Plads • Lines: 5C (6 min walk)

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (9 min walk)
Rådhuspladsen • Lines: M3, M4 (11 min walk)

Train

Copenhagen Central Station (12 min walk)
Nørreport (20 min walk)

Light rail

Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (13 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (16 min walk)