King Christian IV originally used the site as a private fruit and vegetable garden for the royal household.
The garden contains the Hercules Pavilion, which houses an outdoor stage for puppet theater performances during summer months.
The park is home to a specific type of historic, rare plant collection maintained by the Danish Agency for Culture and Palaces.
The statue of Hans Christian Andersen is positioned so he is looking toward the nearby site of his former residences.
During the 17th century, the park layout was significantly influenced by the aesthetic trends of the Italian and French formal gardens.
The 'Kvindestatuen' (The Woman) is one of several significant sculptures added to the park in the 20th century to enhance its cultural landscape.
The King's Garden, locally known as Kongens Have, is Denmark's oldest and most visited royal park, established by King Christian IV in the early 17th century. The grounds are anchored by the Renaissance-style Rosenborg Castle, which houses the Danish Crown Jewels. The park features an extensive collection of formal flower beds, copper beech trees, and meticulously maintained lawns. Notable sculptural elements include the monument to Hans Christian Andersen and the statue of Hercules. The garden is enclosed by an iron fence and includes historically styled pavilions, such as the Kavalergården. Visitors can walk along long, symmetrical gravel paths designed in the Dutch Renaissance tradition. The park serves as a central urban green space connecting the historic city center to the surrounding district. It has remained a public recreation area since the mid-19th century.
The long, tree-lined path that offers a straight, unobstructed view of Rosenborg Castle.
Bring a picnic blanket as the lawns are popular for locals, but check local signage regarding permitted zones.
Visit the small garden café located within the grounds for refreshments.
The garden is a prime location for people-watching during local festivals or warm summer evenings.
Do not attempt to enter the royal palace grounds outside of designated visitor hours or pathways.
The park is open daily year-round, though some specific smaller garden sections or pavilions may have seasonal access.
Respect the flower beds by staying on the gravel paths; dogs must be kept on a leash.
