Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store, Amagertorv
Historic Renaissance townhouse meets hand‑painted Danish porcelain, blending royal heritage, meticulous craftsmanship and Strøget’s vibrant city life in one flagship store.
Housed in a richly ornamented Renaissance townhouse from 1616 on Amagertorv, the Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store is both a prestigious china boutique and a quiet design sanctuary in the very heart of Copenhagen’s Strøget shopping street. Inside its three floors you encounter Denmark’s most iconic hand‑painted porcelain, from classic blue‑and‑white patterns to the legendary Flora Danica service, displayed like living tableaus alongside historic pieces that trace the brand’s royal heritage back to 1775.
A brief summary to Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store
- Amagertorv 6, Copenhagen, Indre By, 1160, DK
- +4533137181
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-7 pm
- Thursday 10 am-7 pm
- Friday 10 am-7 pm
- Saturday 10 am-7 pm
- Sunday 11 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Head to the upper floors to see full table settings and historic or high-end collections, which give a better sense of how patterns mix across different services.
- If you are considering fragile purchases, ask about packaging and international shipping options so you do not need to carry porcelain for the rest of your trip.
- Visit earlier in the day on weekdays for a quieter atmosphere; the surrounding Strøget area can feel especially crowded on weekends and late afternoons.
- Take a moment to step back outside and look up at the building’s 17th-century façade; it is one of the few historic houses around Amagertorv that survived past fires.
- Bring a small list of tableware measurements or photos from home if you are matching existing pieces; staff can help you find compatible patterns and sizes.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
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- Seating Areas
- Sheltered Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
- Visitor Center
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A Renaissance townhouse in the heart of Strøget
The Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store occupies one of Copenhagen’s oldest surviving houses, a three-storey Renaissance building completed in 1616 for city mayor Matthias Hansen. Its gabled façade, tall mullioned windows and stepped roofline rise above the cobbles of Amagertorv, the historic square that forms the beating heart of the Strøget pedestrian spine. Inside, creaking floors, timber details and high ceilings quietly recall centuries of trade, festivals and city life unfolding just outside the door. Amagertorv itself is layered with history. Once a medieval market where farmers from nearby Amager sold produce, it is now a lively crossroads of Danish design, street musicians and café terraces. From the store’s windows you look directly onto the Stork Fountain and the continuous ribbon of shoppers flowing along Strøget, framing the porcelain displays with a distinctly Copenhagen streetscape.From royal porcelain factory to national design icon
Royal Copenhagen was founded in 1775 under the patronage of Queen Juliane Marie as the Royal Porcelain Factory, quickly becoming the official purveyor to the Danish court. Early commissions included elaborate services for royal tables, among them the famed Flora Danica, whose pieces are hand-decorated with botanical illustrations of Danish plants. The brand’s close connection to the monarchy helped cement its porcelain as a symbol of national craftsmanship and everyday elegance. The company’s flagship presence at Amagertorv dates to 1911, when Royal Copenhagen moved its main store into number 6, turning the historic building into a showcase for its collections. Production gradually shifted out of the old inner-city workshops, but the house remained a focal point for the brand’s heritage, preserving archival pieces and stories that link the shop floor directly to more than two centuries of design history.Three levels of hand‑painted porcelain
Stepping inside, you enter a calm, light-filled space where porcelain is arranged more like an exhibition than a conventional shop. On the ground floor, cabinets and long tables display everyday dinner services in the distinctive cobalt blue that has become synonymous with Danish tableware. Each piece is hand-painted, and subtle variations in brushstroke and motif mean that no two plates are entirely alike. Upper levels reveal more elaborate tableaux. Entire tables are laid with seasonal decorations, glassware and textiles that demonstrate how patterns mix across collections. Historic and high-end lines, including Flora Danica, are often given pride of place in glass cases, highlighting details like gilt rims, sculpted handles and finely shaded floral motifs. The setting allows you to wander at your own pace, examining the tiny signatures painted on the underside of each piece as proof of individual craftsmanship.A living museum of Danish craftsmanship
Beyond retail, the flagship functions as a living museum of porcelain making. Explanatory displays and carefully curated vignettes illustrate the stages of production: molding, firing, glazing, hand-painting and final quality checks. The emphasis is on the human touch—how years of training are required to maintain consistent patterns and how small variations are celebrated rather than hidden. At times, parts of the store are dedicated to thematic presentations, such as historic Christmas tables or reinterpretations of classic services in contemporary interiors. These installations highlight how Royal Copenhagen has continuously refreshed its design language while staying rooted in tradition, bridging the world of aristocratic banquets and modern Nordic homes.Immersed in Copenhagen design culture
The experience of visiting is as much about its urban setting as the porcelain itself. Standing by the windows or near the entrance, you sense the pulse of Amagertorv, with its neighboring design houses and department stores forming a concentrated cluster of Scandinavian style. The contrast between the building’s centuries-old brickwork and the clean lines of the porcelain echoes the wider Copenhagen aesthetic, where historic architecture and modern design sit comfortably side by side. Even if you leave without a box in hand, time spent here offers a concise introduction to Danish craftsmanship, royal history and everyday design culture. The flagship store turns a simple act—choosing a cup or plate—into an encounter with stories that stretch from botanical encyclopedias and royal commissions to contemporary Copenhagen kitchens.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Historic Renaissance townhouse on Strøget where hand‑painted Royal Copenhagen porcelain, royal history and Danish design culture meet across three atmospheric floors.
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Scenic
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For the design and aesthetic lover
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For the architecture buff
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For the view chaser and sunset hunter
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For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
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For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
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- Day Trip
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly
