Tourist Attractions in Copenhagen

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Copenhagen

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About Copenhagen

Copenhagen is a city of restless cyclists, summer cultural festivals and home to everyone’s favourite Hans Christian Andersen. Indeed, locals have long preferred two-wheeled transport to the car and cycle in all weathers and in all clothes, and the number of cultural events in the Danish capital is so great that you’ll have to make a difficult decision about where to go.

The Danish capital has a large number of old castles and historical monuments, but the city can also offer modern architectural masterpieces. The “black diamond” of the city library and the mind-blowing oceanarium building are just a few of them.

Copenhagen is made up of atmospheric neighbourhoods. Nyhavn has a historical spirit, freedom and fun are in Christiania, and Norrebro is ruled by an active and committed student fraternity.

Top-30 Tourist Attractions in Copenhagen

The Little Mermaid

 4.1/5

24861 reviews

A small sculpture in Copenhagen harbour (height 125 cm) depicting a famous character from a fairy tale by G.H. Andersen. The writer lived and created in Copenhagen. The monument was created by master craftsman E. Erickson at the request of the founder of the Carlsberg beer company K. Jacobsen. It is believed that the model for “The Little Mermaid” was the sculptor’s wife – a famous ballerina of the Royal Theatre. Over time, the statue became a symbol of the city and the whole of Denmark.

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Nyhavn

 4.7/5

4985 reviews

The Nyhavn or translated as “New Harbour” is a city canal just over 1 km long. It was dug in the late 17th century under King Christian V. The area that grew up around the canal was favoured by sailors and adventurers. Up until 1980, it was a troubled place. It was home to the local Red Light District, and the well-to-do citizen with a tight wallet was better off staying away from Nyhavn. After restoration, the neighbourhood has become a popular tourist attraction.

Gefion Fountain

 4.6/5

2117 reviews

The fountain was built in honour of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Carlsberg Brewery and donated to the city. The sculptural group was created at the end of the 19th century and depicts characters from a famous legend. According to the legend, the Swedish king Gylfe promised the goddess Gephiona a gift of land that she could plough overnight. The goddess turned her sons into bulls and together with them cultivated the territory that later became Denmark.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Strøget

 4.5/5

510 reviews

A pedestrian street that is considered one of the longest in Europe. The architecture of Stroget is a harmonious mixture of historical structures and modern buildings. Several of the city’s attractions are concentrated here. As in all tourist-popular cities around the world, this place is built up with restaurants, cafes and shops aimed at visitors to Copenhagen. The street has been pedestrianised since the 1960s.

Copenhagen City Hall

 4.6/5

1035 reviews

An architectural structure of the early 20th century, built according to the project of M. Nyrup. The main building element of the facade is red brick. The Town Hall is crowned by a 105-metre high tower with 300 steps leading to the top. The interior is decorated with J. Olsen’s astronomical clock. It not only shows the phases of the moon and periods of solar activity, but also contains the church calendar.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Christiansborg Palace

 4.5/5

17151 reviews

The castle is located on the island of Slotsholmen (King’s Island). It was built on the site of a 12th century fortress. Christianborg was built in the middle of the 18th century under King Christian VI in the Baroque architectural style. Until the end of the century it was a royal residence, but after a fire the royal family moved to Amalienborg. The building was restored in the 19th and 20th centuries, which led to new additions to the architectural ensemble. Today, the parliament sits in Christianborg.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Rosenborg Castle

 4.5/5

17953 reviews

The complex is located on the territory of the Royal Garden. It was erected in the first half of the 17th century under King Christian IV. The ruler even created several drawings for the project himself. Rosenborg was supposed to be a summer residence, but the monarchs did not live here permanently, but only organised official receptions. In 1838, a museum was organised on the territory of the castle, where the treasures of the Danish crown are exhibited.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Amalienborg

 4.5/5

24956 reviews

An 18th century architectural complex consisting of four buildings and an adjacent square. Each building bears the name of a Danish monarch. The prevailing architectural style of the buildings is rococo. The palace square is decorated with a sculpture of the ruler Frederik V. Amalienborg houses the official residence of the royal family and a public museum, where you can admire the interiors, rich decoration, furniture, sculptures, paintings, clothes and household items.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Kastellet

 4.6/5

2134 reviews

A fortified construction of the XVII century, which still has the status of a military facility. There is nothing left of the fortress walls, but the mounds, ancient cannons and barracks have been preserved. There is no full access to the territory of the fortress, as soldiers still live here. The fortress is surrounded by a park with a picturesque Baroque church, an old windmill and other attractions.

Open time

Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Grundtvig’s Church

 4.7/5

1925 reviews

A twentieth-century structure built in the style of expressionism mixed with late Gothic. The creator of the project J. Klint in his creation tried to combine architectural features of traditional Danish churches with new progressive elements. Thanks to its unusual and interesting architecture the church is one of the most popular in Copenhagen. The church belongs to the Lutheran community of Copenhagen.

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Church of Our Saviour

 4.6/5

6939 reviews

Protestant church with a spiral bell tower with 400 steps leading to the top. The gilded bell dome is crowned with the figure of Christ. The observation deck offers a magnificent view of the Old Town and Copenhagen Bay. The church was built in the XVII century under Christian V, an ardent associate and patron of Lutheran doctrine. The architect Lambert von Haven worked on the project.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Frederik's Church

 4.6/5

6821 reviews

The temple was begun in the XVIII century in the pompous Baroque style, but the work was delayed for almost 150 years due to lack of funds. At the end of the XIX century it was possible to find the necessary amount and finish the construction, but the expensive Norwegian marble had to be abandoned and cheaper limestone had to be used. The church is crowned by a huge dome with a diameter of 31 metres. The church is named in honour of King Frederick V, as the monarch himself laid the foundation stone.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:30 – 5:00 PM

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

 4.6/5

11221 reviews

A collection of works of art organised at the end of the 19th century on the basis of the collection of K. Jacobsen, the founder of the Carlsberg company. The museum holds many masterpieces: works by Gauguin, Degas, Renoir, Manet and other famous painters. There is also a rich collection of Rodin sculptures and icons. The building itself is a picturesque architectural structure with rich Renaissance decoration and furnishings.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

National Museum of Denmark

 4.5/5

10620 reviews

The largest museum in Copenhagen with exhibits on Danish history. It exhibits items from the Stone Age, Viking Age, Middle Ages, and New Age. Among the interesting specimens: the Trunnholm chariot, stones with ancient runic signs, golden horns from Gallehus. The collection is housed in an 18th century palace. The museum often hosts themed exhibitions.

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SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst

 4.5/5

4716 reviews

An art gallery that grew out of the private collection of Christian IV. The building for the museum was erected at the end of the 19th century in the Renaissance style. In 1998, another building was constructed, which was connected to the old one by a covered gallery. The State Museum of Art exhibits several thousand paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and sketches. Among the masterpieces are paintings by Titian, Michelangelo, Matisse, Rembrandt, Picasso and Modigliani.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thorvaldsens Museum

 4.5/5

1338 reviews

The museum is located in the heart of Copenhagen on the island of Slotsholmen. It is dedicated to the famous Danish painter and sculptor B. Thorvaldsen. The master lived outside Denmark for more than 40 years, but returned to his native land to die. The building was erected in the middle of the XIX century in a strict classical manner. The museum’s collection contains the master’s works created by him in different periods. His tomb is located in the courtyard of the building.

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Carlsberg Museum & Business Centre

 4.2/5

305 reviews

The exhibition is located in the old Carlsberg factory building, which is no longer in operation. In the 10,000 m² area there are all kinds of machines and installations for the production of foamy beverages, steam engines, boilers and barrels. You can also see the clothes of the workers and cutlery. The museum has a bar where tourists can taste several dozen varieties of Carlsberg and Tuborg beer.

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Experimentarium

 4.4/5

1455 reviews

The modern museum is an attraction dedicated to scientific and technical research. Here you can make your own experiments, touch all the exhibits, and study various natural phenomena. For example, you can test your friends on a real lie detector, play with optical illusions, organise your own “home” volcano or tornado. The Experimentarium will be especially interesting for children.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Copenhagen Opera House

 4.6/5

6026 reviews

The theatre building was erected in the 2000s with funds from a private foundation and given as a “gift” to the state (the investor returned almost the entire amount spent as a tax break anyway). The stage was inaugurated in 2005 in the presence of Queen Margrethe II and Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen. The opera Valkyrie by R. Wagner was chosen as the premiere production, with Plácido Domingo singing the title role.

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Det Kongelige Teater - Gamle Scene

 4.6/5

3460 reviews

One of the oldest theatres in the country, founded back in the early 18th century. The first building stood for only 6 years, after which it was destroyed by fire. Restoration began in 1748. Since then the theatre has been rebuilt several times. In 1874 a new building was constructed, as the old one was hopelessly spoilt due to constant “improvements”. The theatre has two venues – the main one for dramatic performances and an additional one for ballet and opera.

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Det Kgl. Bibliotek, The Royal Library

 4.7/5

1078 reviews

The library is housed in a modern building on the seafront. It is unofficially known as the “black diamond” because of its shape and the deep, rich, glistening black colour of its facade. The library is considered one of the largest book collections in the world. The holdings contain all printed exhibits in Danish that have been published since the end of the 15th century.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

National Aquarium Denmark

 4.4/5

17609 reviews

The Blue Planet Oceanarium, which consists of 70 pools housing several thousand representatives of marine fauna. It is the largest and most technically equipped in the whole of Northern Europe. The architectural complex of the aquarium is a true masterpiece of modern urban planning. The aquarium is visited by several hundred thousand people every year and is one of the top 10 most popular attractions in Copenhagen.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Round Tower

 4.5/5

21999 reviews

An old observatory from the 17th century and part of a complex of university buildings. Several centuries ago, the famous Danish astronomers P. Horrebow and O. Rømer worked here. The tower is mentioned in one of G.H. Andersen’s fairy tales. In the upper tier of the structure there is a planetarium, where a wide spiral staircase leads. One of the engravings on the wall depicts Tsar Peter I, who climbed the tower on horseback in 1716.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Børsen

 4.5/5

1619 reviews

Copenhagen Stock Exchange, founded by Christian IV. The building is built in the Renaissance style. The 56-metre high spire, in the shape of intertwining dragon tails, symbolises the union of Norway, Denmark and Sweden. On the ground floor of the stock exchange there was a commodity warehouse, and on the second floor – trading halls. In the early 20th century, the building was stormed by unemployed people, but there was no major destruction. Today, the stock exchange is used for cultural events, dinners and receptions.

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Øresund Bridge

 4.5/5

6044 reviews

The bridge connects the Danish capital with the Swedish city of Malmö. Road and railway traffic is allowed on it. The structure was built in 1999 and officially opened in 2000 in the presence of the royal couple Margrethe II and Carl Gustaf XVI. The bridge is tolled. There are significant discounts for residents who commute from Malmö to Copenhagen (or vice versa) on a daily basis.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Botanical Garden

 4.6/5

5449 reviews

The garden is located near Rosenberg Castle and neighbours the Royal Gardens. It covers an area of 10 hectares. A large part of the area is covered by a glass gallery, reminiscent of the design of London’s Crystal Palace. The botanical garden contains plants from all over the world, from the harsh northern flora to delicate tropical flowers.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Tivoli Gardens

 4.5/5

76640 reviews

An amusement park, one of the oldest and best in Europe. According to some tourists, Tivoli is even more interesting than Disneyland Paris. On the territory of the park there is a concert hall, which regularly hosts classical and rock music festivals, its own hotel, a pantomime theatre and many expensive restaurants. There are vintage carousel rides, free street performances and fireworks displays.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Freetown Christiania

 0/5

A neighbourhood within the city limits of Copenhagen, separated from the capital by a series of houses and walls. Christiania is known for its complete “freedom”, i.e. the legal sale and use of light drugs. Creative individuals, bohemians, freedom-loving fighters for justice and other unconventional people live here. The police regularly fight for order in Christiania and try to settle the neighbourhood, but the authorities have failed.

Bakken

 4.3/5

20114 reviews

Direhavsbakken was organised in the 16th century. It is the second most popular with locals and tourists after Tivoli. As in other similar parks, there are many standard rides and carousels. Fairy-tale characters entertain adults and children in theatrical performances, families picnic in the shade of green lawns, and the folk spirit of Denmark hangs over the alleys.

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Copenhagen Zoo

 4.4/5

22584 reviews

The zoo was organised in the middle of the 19th century and is considered to be one of the oldest in Europe. The animals are collected from all over the world and kept in suitable climatic conditions. Specially for children there is the Rabbit Town, where young visitors play, ride ponies and eat ice-cream. The zoo is located near the historic centre of Copenhagen.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM