What to See in Copenhagen

The Little Mermaid

Famous bronze sculpture inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, symbolizing Danish literary heritage and maritime history.

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Strøget

Long pedestrian shopping street featuring a mix of budget-friendly chains, luxury brands, boutiques, and historic surroundings.

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Tivoli Gardens

Historic amusement park and garden established in 1843, featuring a variety of rides, gardens, restaurants, and entertainment. One of the oldest amusement parks in the world located in the city center.

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Christiansborg Palace

Historic palace and government building housing the Danish Parliament, Supreme Court, and Prime Minister's Office, noted for its baroque and neo-baroque architecture.

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Amalienborg Palace

Royal residence and museum known for its rococo architecture and historical significance. Features the winter home of the Danish royal family and the changing of the guard ceremony.

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Rosenborg Castle

Historic Renaissance-style castle and royal residence housing Danish crown jewels and royal collections. Known for its architecture, gardens, and cultural heritage.

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Round Tower

17th-century baroque tower featuring an astronomical observatory and a distinctive spiral ramp. It serves as an observation tower, museum, and cultural heritage site.

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Gefion Fountain

Large historic fountain featuring a mythological scene of the Norse goddess Gefion driving a group of animals, created in 1908 by sculptor Anders Bundgaard. It is the largest monument in Copenhagen and depicts the myth of land formation involving Sjælland.

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Marble Church

Rococo-style Lutheran church and cathedral known for its large dome and architectural significance. It serves as a place of worship and hosts concerts and cultural events.

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King's New Square

Historic square established in 1670, known for its notable architecture, statues, and cultural significance.

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City Hall Square

Central public square known for its historical significance, monuments, and accessibility. It serves as a hub for events and gatherings in the city center.

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Kastellet

Historic star-shaped fortress and military site featuring barracks, a museum, and well-preserved fortifications with scenic surroundings.

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Saint Ann's Square

Historic public square featuring a central garden, statues, and notable architecture. It connects key urban areas and serves as a city park and strolling area.

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National Museum of Denmark

Denmark's largest museum of cultural history featuring extensive collections of Danish and international artifacts from prehistoric to modern times.

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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Art museum featuring extensive collections of ancient and modern sculptures, paintings, and artifacts, housed in a neoclassical building with a notable winter garden.

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Church of Our Saviour

Historic baroque Lutheran church known for its distinctive spiral spire and observation tower offering panoramic city views.

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Tycho Brahe Planetarium

Modern science museum and planetarium featuring immersive astronomical experiences, exhibitions, and art installations related to space and the universe.

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Superkilen

A supermodern public park whose mission is to celebrate diversity. And it has to be said that this mission has been accomplished – there are…

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Kastelsmøllen

Historic Dutch smock windmill from 1847 previously used for grain milling, still functional and occasionally open.

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The Amalie Garden

A charming little park situated at the place of a former shipyard. The design of the park is symmetrical with a large fountain located in…

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Copenhagen Opera House

The Copenhagen Opera House is the national opera house of Denmark, and among the most modern opera houses in the world.

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