Copenhagen, Denmark Things to Do and Attractions
Considered one of the greatest Rococo masterpieces throughout all of Europe, Copenhagen's Amalienborg Palace serves as the official winter residence for the Danish monarch. The palace consists of four Rococo manors built between 1750 and 1758, placed
Considered one of the greatest Rococo masterpieces throughout all of Europe, Copenhagen's Amalienborg Palace serves as the official winter residence for the Danish monarch. The palace consists of four Rococo manors built between 1750 and 1758, placed around an octagonal square and equestrian statue of King Frederik V. Originally belonging to four noble families, the palace grounds were built by the monarch in 1794 after the Christiansborg Palace was ravaged by fire.
Today, the palace houses the Amalienborg Museum, which examines Danish history from 1863 to 1972 and is guarded day and night by the Royal Danish Life Guards. The changing of the royal guards can be seen every day at noon; the length of the guard route and amount of music played during the ceremony is determined by those in residence.
Amalienborg Palace is open to the public with hours varying based on season. Admission is DKK 55 for adults. Admission for children under 18 is free. Guided tours are offered at an additional charge.
Located in Elsinore, where Denmark is located the closest to Sweden, Kronborg Castle is regarded as one of Northern Europe's most important Renaissance castles. Made famous by Shakespeare's Hamlet, the castle was originally built in the 1420s to
Located in Elsinore, where Denmark is located the closest to Sweden, Kronborg Castle is regarded as one of Northern Europe's most important Renaissance castles. Made famous by Shakespeare's Hamlet, the castle was originally built in the 1420s to collect taxes and fees from ships wanting to sail through the 2.5 miles of water separating the countries. It later became an important military and political site and has been remodeled and reconstructed several times throughout the centuries.
Today, the castle acts as a museum and heritage site, welcoming more than 200,000 visitors each year. On display are tapestries commissioned by King Frederik II in 1580 and several modern art installations. The castle is also home to working studios for Danish artists, while the ground floor features the Maritime and Trade Museum.
Private rental spaces are available throughout the castle. Kronborg Castle is open Tuesday through Sunday, October to March, from 11 AM to 3 PM and daily, April to September, from 10:30 AM to 5 PM. Admission is DKK 25 for visitors ages 6-14, DKK 65 for youths ages 15-18 and DKK 90 for adults. Admission for children under 6 is free.
With its collection of 3,000 works dating from 1945 to the present, the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest modern art museums in Scandinavia. Founded in 1958, the museum focuses on the interaction between art and nature and is known
With its collection of 3,000 works dating from 1945 to the present, the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest modern art museums in Scandinavia. Founded in 1958, the museum focuses on the interaction between art and nature and is known for its open, home-like atmosphere. The sprawling Sculpture Park is dotted by huge, mature trees, while the Children's Wing features a range of activities that introduce kids to modern art and encourage them to create their own work using various materials and techniques.
The Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 6 PM. Admission is DKK 95 for adults. Admission for guests ages 18 and under is free.
The National Gallery of Denmark, located in central Copenhagen, houses a unique collection spanning 700 years of Western art and cultural history. The collection is a fusion of classical and contemporary works, including 9,000 paintings, 245,000
The National Gallery of Denmark, located in central Copenhagen, houses a unique collection spanning 700 years of Western art and cultural history. The collection is a fusion of classical and contemporary works, including 9,000 paintings, 245,000 works on paper and an astounding 2,600 plaster casts from ancient times, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The museum's dedication to this blend of old and new is even reflected in its architecture, as it spans two distinct buildings an 1896 classical structure and 1998 white modern extension structure joined together by the glass-roofed Sculpture Street.
The National Gallery of Denmark offers private event rentals for up to 1,000 people. It is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with extended hours Wednesday until 8 PM. Admission to the permanent collection is free, while some temporary exhibits require a fee.
The Statue of the Little Mermaid, a national landmark synonymous with the city of Copenhagen, is one of the most famous and popular attractions in Denmark. The five-foot-tall mermaid, symbolizing the famous fairy tale written by Danish author Hans
The Statue of the Little Mermaid, a national landmark synonymous with the city of Copenhagen, is one of the most famous and popular attractions in Denmark. The five-foot-tall mermaid, symbolizing the famous fairy tale written by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen in 1837, sits on a rock near the shore at Langelinie at Copenhagen Harbor, wistfully looking toward the shore.
Crafted by sculptor Edvard Eriken, the statue was given to the city by the Carlsberg family on August 23, 1913, as part of the city's trend to decorate its parks and public places with classical and historical figures and symbols. The Statue of the Little Mermaid's August 23 birthday is an annual event. Marking the occasion are a parade and a crowd of young and adult women who jump in the waters surrounding the statue and together shape the number of its current age.
Founded in 1583, Bakken or Dyrehavsbakken is the world's oldest amusement park. Nestled in the middle of the green Dyrehaven countryside, Bakken celebrates traditional Danish culture in a diverse, relaxed atmosphere. The 75,000-square-meter space is
Founded in 1583, Bakken or Dyrehavsbakken is the world's oldest amusement park. Nestled in the middle of the green Dyrehaven countryside, Bakken celebrates traditional Danish culture in a diverse, relaxed atmosphere. The 75,000-square-meter space is graced with 100 rides and booths and 40 restaurants, with each ride and booth operated by different owners. The park also features a number of gaming halls and bars featuring live music plenty to do for the more than 2.5 million people who visit the park each year.
Bakken is open daily from March 26 to August 31; hours vary based on day. Admission to the park is free; visitors can purchase a wristband for DKK 219, which grants access to all of Bakken's rides.
Founded in 1847 by J.C. Jacobsen, Carlsberg Brewery was Denmark's first lager beer brewery and it continues to be an important part of the city's cultural fabric today. The brewery's 10,000-square-meter Visitor's Centre features exhibit halls on the
Founded in 1847 by J.C. Jacobsen, Carlsberg Brewery was Denmark's first lager beer brewery and it continues to be an important part of the city's cultural fabric today. The brewery's 10,000-square-meter Visitor's Centre features exhibit halls on the brewing process and history, as well as horse stables, a sculpture garden and aroma room. What's more, the center houses the largest collection of beer bottles in the world 18,000 colorfully-labeled bottles and counting.
Visitors can walk through the brewery's self-guided tour, which ends at Bar Jacobsen. Here, an 18-meter-long, copper-plated bar, three copper vats and a viewing room invite guests to watch the filling, crowning and packing of the brewery's Jacobsen bottle line.
The Carlsberg Brewery Visitor's Centre is open for private events for up to 220 guests. It is open Tuesday through Sunday, May to August, from 10 AM to 5 PM with extended hours Thursday until 7:30 PM. From September to April, it is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Admission, which includes two beers or two soft drinks, is DKK 40 for youths ages 12-17 and DKK 60 for adults. Admission for children under 12 is free.
The Round Tower, or Rundetaarn, is the oldest functioning observatory in Europe. Dating back to 1642, the observatory was constructed to honor groundbreaking astronomer Tycho Brahe and continue his achievements after his death.
Today, visitors and
The Round Tower, or Rundetaarn, is the oldest functioning observatory in Europe. Dating back to 1642, the observatory was constructed to honor groundbreaking astronomer Tycho Brahe and continue his achievements after his death.
Today, visitors and amateur astronomers alike go to the tower to look through its giant telescope or enjoy the fantastic views of the city from the outdoor platform. To reach the platform, visitors must walk up a unique spiral walk that winds itself seven and a half times around the hollow cove of the 36-meter-tall tower. Meanwhile, the observatory's Library Hall features changing exhibitions of art, culture, history and science.
The Round Tower is open daily, late May to late September, from 10 AM to 8 PM and daily, late September to mid May, from 10 AM to 5 PM. From mid-October to mid-March, hours are extended Tuesday and Wednesday until 10 PM. The platform is open daily year-round. Admission to the Round Tower is DKK 5 for children and DKK 25 for adults.
One of Copenhagen's most-visited attractions, Stroget is a 1.1-kilometer-long pedestrian shopping area that stretches from City Hall Square to Kongens Nytorv. Lined by international luxury shops, souvenir shops and everything in between, Stroget is
One of Copenhagen's most-visited attractions, Stroget is a 1.1-kilometer-long pedestrian shopping area that stretches from City Hall Square to Kongens Nytorv. Lined by international luxury shops, souvenir shops and everything in between, Stroget is comprised of a network of streets and squares, including Frederiksberggade, Nygade, Vimmelskaftet, Ostergade, Nytorv Square, Gammeltorv Square and Amagertorv Square.
Most of the shops are open Monday through Thursday from 10 AM to 6 PM, Friday from 10 AM to 7 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM. Much more than just a shopping district, Stroget is also a street performance mecca, featuring acrobats, musicians and magicians. It's also a great place to view such Copenhagen landmarks as Church of Our Lady, the courthouse at Nytorv Square, Stork Fountain and the canal to Christiansborg Palace.
A hip, exciting nightclub, B41 is a favorite after-hours spot for Copenhagen locals. Its Bungalow room boasts a spacious dance floor and bar for over 400 guests, while the cozy retro Bar room, with its comfortable booths and bright neon accents,
A hip, exciting nightclub, B41 is a favorite after-hours spot for Copenhagen locals. Its Bungalow room boasts a spacious dance floor and bar for over 400 guests, while the cozy retro Bar room, with its comfortable booths and bright neon accents, welcomes up to 200 patrons.
B41 is open Thursday from 11 PM to 4 AM, Friday from 11 PM to 5 AM and Saturday from 11 PM to 6 AM. Admission is DKK 50 on Thursday, DKK 60 on Friday and DKK 70 on Saturday.
The cozy, intimate Hviids Vinstue was founded nearly 300 years ago, making it the oldest pub in Copenhagen. Boasting a central location on Kongens Kytorv, the pub is a regular watering hole for Copenhagen's artists and intellectuals. Locals and
The cozy, intimate Hviids Vinstue was founded nearly 300 years ago, making it the oldest pub in Copenhagen. Boasting a central location on Kongens Kytorv, the pub is a regular watering hole for Copenhagen's artists and intellectuals. Locals and visitors alike come to Hviids Vinstue to relax and sip on its large selection of Danish beers and famous mulled wine, first served in 1954.
Hviids Vinstue is open Sunday through Thursday from 10 AM to 1 AM and Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 2 AM.
An extremely popular club and live entertainment spot, Vega features several Danish and international concerts each week, as well as DJs spinning electronica, dance, house, retro dance, rock and many other types of music. Residents and visitors alike
An extremely popular club and live entertainment spot, Vega features several Danish and international concerts each week, as well as DJs spinning electronica, dance, house, retro dance, rock and many other types of music. Residents and visitors alike come to Vega for its large 1,500-person concert venue and packed dance floor, as well as intimate bar and lounge atmosphere. Vega is open nightly.
More than one of the oldest amusement parks in the world, Tivoli Gardens is also home to several entertainment venues, 1,600-person Tivoli Concert Hall, Pantomime Theatre, Glass Hall Theatre and Open Air Stage. Each of Tivoli Gardens’ entertainment
More than one of the oldest amusement parks in the world, Tivoli Gardens is also home to several entertainment venues, 1,600-person Tivoli Concert Hall, Pantomime Theatre, Glass Hall Theatre and Open Air Stage. Each of Tivoli Gardens’ entertainment venues feature regular shows and concerts; the Pantomime Theatre features a summer line-up, while the Glass Hall Theatre hosts both national and international concerts and productions year round. The Open Air Stage hosts the popular Friday Rock series, featuring a different rock show each Friday night during the summer months.
Called the "longest outdoor bar in Scandinavia," Nyhavyn in a 17th-century waterfront entertainment district lined with restaurants, cafes and bars overlooking the canal. Recognizable by its bright 17th and 18th century townhouses and bars, as well
Called the "longest outdoor bar in Scandinavia," Nyhavyn in a 17th-century waterfront entertainment district lined with restaurants, cafes and bars overlooking the canal. Recognizable by its bright 17th and 18th century townhouses and bars, as well as historical wooden ships along the canal, Nyhavn offers visitors a range of entertainment options, such as relaxing in a serene outdoor eatery or enjoying g a high-energy club. Nyhavn is especially popular during the summer months, when guests frequent the district's outdoor eateries and bars.
Copenhagen Walking Tours takes participants along the city's most well-known streets, as well as its secret and lesser-known back alleys, squares and courtyards. Led by true storytellers, the company's four available tours each last two hours and
Copenhagen Walking Tours takes participants along the city's most well-known streets, as well as its secret and lesser-known back alleys, squares and courtyards. Led by true storytellers, the company's four available tours each last two hours and focus on the city's history, architecture, atmosphere, art and famous residents.
The Walk in the Footsteps of Hans Christian Andersen Tour takes guests through the city's local life then and now, stopping at restaurants and cafes and passing such sites as Tivoli Gardens, the Hans Christian Andersen statue and the Round Tower. The Rosenborg Castle Tour offers guests the chance to see the crown jewels and royal heirlooms housed in the castle, as well as its surrounding garden, complete with a moat and swans. The Historical Copenhagen Tour examines 800 years of Copenhagen history along the harbor and old fisherman's village, passing such sites as Nyhavn Canal, Royal Library Garden, Gammeltorv Square and the National Museum of Denmark. Finally, the Danish Christmas Traditions Tour, offered during the holiday season, is a late afternoon stroll through the city's decorated streets.
Copenhagen Walking Tours offers tours daily by appointment only. The minimum tour cost for groups of up to 13 people is DKK 1300. Groups of more than 13 guests and up to 20 guests must pay an additional DKK 100 per person.
CPH:cool's walking tours take guests to the city's most trendy shops, cafes and hotspots. The Vesterbro Tour explores the multi-ethnic, lively neighborhood known for its cutting edge design, while the Shop-O-Rama Inner City Tour takes guests to the
CPH:cool's walking tours take guests to the city's most trendy shops, cafes and hotspots. The Vesterbro Tour explores the multi-ethnic, lively neighborhood known for its cutting edge design, while the Shop-O-Rama Inner City Tour takes guests to the city's best design, fashion and architecture spots. The Design Tour and Architecture Tour showcase the best of classic and contemporary Danish design in everything from teapots to hotels. Finally, the Gastro Tour introduces guests to innovative, ethnic and traditional cuisine throughout the city.
Tours offered by CPH:cool last two hours each and are made by appointment. Tour rates are about DKK 1500 for one to six guests, DKK 2800 for seven to 12 guests and DKK 5200 for 13 to 24 guests. Guests should call for Gastro Tour rates.
DFDS Canal Tours offers a 60-minute-long guided tour of Copenhagen Harbor and its old city canals in its daily Grand Tour of Copenhagen. Departing from Nyhavn and Gammel Strand, the tour takes visitors past many of the city's churches, castles, old
DFDS Canal Tours offers a 60-minute-long guided tour of Copenhagen Harbor and its old city canals in its daily Grand Tour of Copenhagen. Departing from Nyhavn and Gammel Strand, the tour takes visitors past many of the city's churches, castles, old homes and new architecture, including such landmarks as Christiansborg Palace, the Opera House, the Little Mermaid statue and the National Museum of Denmark.
The fleet of 16 buses can accommodate 144 people each, or 104 people if the boat's glass roof is up. Tours are DKK 40 for children ages 3-11 and DKK 60 for adults. Visitors may also purchase an all-day pass for both tours and water taxi services along DFDS Canal Tours' three water taxi routes. Passes are DKK 40 for children and DKK 75 for adults. Children under 3 ride free.
Located in a late 18th-century building sitting along the Christianshavn canal, Era Ora meaning "about time" in Italian specializes in creative Italian fare. The restaurant is dedicated to seasonal freshness, using local produce and goods flown in
Located in a late 18th-century building sitting along the Christianshavn canal, Era Ora meaning "about time" in Italian specializes in creative Italian fare. The restaurant is dedicated to seasonal freshness, using local produce and goods flown in from Italy. Era Ora's menu changes daily, and each guest receives four to seven courses with a welcome glass of Spumante. The Michelin-rated restaurant has served such items as marinated turbots with spring onions and veal tenderloin with pine nuts, raisins and tomatoes. Every menu is complemented by selections from its wine cellar of more than 1,000 Italian varietals.
The restaurant's Finestra Sul Molo private room accommodates up to 10 guests. Era Ora serves lunch Monday through Saturday from noon to 3 PM and dinner Monday through Saturday from 7 PM to midnight.
With roots in classical French cuisine and a focus on quality Danish ingredients, the Michelin-rated Formel B is a sleek, modern culinary gem. The restaurant's seasonally changing menu has included such entrees as cod with Brussels sprouts, pickled
With roots in classical French cuisine and a focus on quality Danish ingredients, the Michelin-rated Formel B is a sleek, modern culinary gem. The restaurant's seasonally changing menu has included such entrees as cod with Brussels sprouts, pickled red onions, and potatoes and braised organic pork cheeks with Jerusalem artichoke consomme.
Formel B's private function room seats up to 35 guests. Formel B serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 6 to 10 PM. Its six-course menu costs DKK 900 per person.
SALT serves delicious contemporary Scandinavian fare along the Copenhagen Harbor waterfront. The restaurant is housed in a 1780s-built warehouse, framed by large exposed beams, rustic whitewashed walls and blue and burgundy furniture. Entree
SALT serves delicious contemporary Scandinavian fare along the Copenhagen Harbor waterfront. The restaurant is housed in a 1780s-built warehouse, framed by large exposed beams, rustic whitewashed walls and blue and burgundy furniture. Entree selections include baked cod with pumpkin, parsley and Jerusalem artichoke gnocchi; fried veal sweetbreads with mushroom ravioli and hazelnuts; and poached king crab with braised pork cheeks, foie gras sauce, leeks and sea buckthorn. For a truly memorable night, SALT offers a special three-course menu and one-hour coffee cruise on its water taxi.
SALT serves lunch daily from noon to 4 PM and dinner daily from 5 to 10 PM. Entrees range from DKK 85 to DKK 245. The dinner and cruise costs DKK 625 per person.
Copenhagen's Viva Restaurant is located on a restored barge, docked at the foot of Langebro with a tremendous view of the city's Black Diamond building. Serving fresh Mediterranean fare with a focus on seafood, Viva crafts Danish classics with a
Copenhagen's Viva Restaurant is located on a restored barge, docked at the foot of Langebro with a tremendous view of the city's Black Diamond building. Serving fresh Mediterranean fare with a focus on seafood, Viva crafts Danish classics with a modern twist. Menu favorites include a grilled king crab with soya-lime and herb butter and a pan-fried tomato risotto with avocado, buffalo mozzarella, basil and tomato coulis. A four-course menu helps undecided diners enjoy a taste of everything.
Private events are welcome at Viva, as well as on its luxurious Moby Dick yacht. Viva Restaurant serves lunch Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 3 PM and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 4 PM. Dinner is served Monday through Thursday from 5:30 to 10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 5:30 to 10:30 PM and Sunday from 2:30 to 9 PM. The four-course menu is DKK 355.
The popular Nimb Brasserie serves seasonal Scandinavian fare and allows diners to gaze out upon Tivoli Gardens, as well as upon the chefs at work, thanks to the restaurant’s three open kitchens. With a menu that changes monthly to highlight seasonal
The popular Nimb Brasserie serves seasonal Scandinavian fare and allows diners to gaze out upon Tivoli Gardens, as well as upon the chefs at work, thanks to the restaurant’s three open kitchens. With a menu that changes monthly to highlight seasonal ingredients, some of Nimb Brasserie’s entree options have included braised veal with horseradish, sauerkraut, pickled onions and dill, as well as suckling pig with sauteed cabbage, smoked marrow and sweet sauce.
Private events are welcome at Nimb Brasserie. The restaurant serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 4 PM, dinner daily from 5:30 PM to midnight and brunch Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 2 PM.
Set in a vintage orangery in King's Garden, the light-filled, romantic Orangeriet serves modern Scandinavian fare in a fresh interior lined with delicate trees. Entree selections include grilled halibut with poached leeks, cheese, dill oil and mussel
Set in a vintage orangery in King's Garden, the light-filled, romantic Orangeriet serves modern Scandinavian fare in a fresh interior lined with delicate trees. Entree selections include grilled halibut with poached leeks, cheese, dill oil and mussel beurre blanc, glazed organic chicken with lemon thyme, dried berries and baked beetroot, and whole grilled lemon sole with glazed vegetables, lemon, brown butter, capers and parsley.
Private events are welcome at Orangeriet. The restaurant is open Monday and Tuesday from 11:30 AM to 4 PM, Wednesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to midnight and Sunday from noon to 4 PM.
Founded in 1859, the Copenhagen Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in Europe and one of the most frequented places in Denmark. The zoo is home to 3,500 animals representing 250 different species that hail from such areas as the tropical forest, a
Founded in 1859, the Copenhagen Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in Europe and one of the most frequented places in Denmark. The zoo is home to 3,500 animals representing 250 different species that hail from such areas as the tropical forest, a crocodile swamp and the African savannah. Among the many exhibits, the zoo is known for its new glass-domed Elephant House, designed by famed British architect Sir Norman Foster.
The zoo offers private event rentals throughout its grounds and facilities. The Copenhagen Zoo opens daily at 10 AM, with closing times varying based on month. Admission is DKK 70 for children ages 3-11 and DKK 130 for adults. Admission for children under 3 is free.
Denmark's only science center, the Experimentarium is home to 300 interactive exhibits focused on science, technology, health and the environment. Opened in 1991, this 4,100-square-meter facility invites guests to engage in activities such as driving
Denmark's only science center, the Experimentarium is home to 300 interactive exhibits focused on science, technology, health and the environment. Opened in 1991, this 4,100-square-meter facility invites guests to engage in activities such as driving a fuel-cell car, pedaling to create electricity, measuring hand strength, experiencing an earthquake, and moving through a wind tunnel. The Kids' Pavilion, designed for visitors ages 3 to 6, allows kids to play with their mirror image, dance to create light and sound, crawl into a giant kaleidoscope and peer through a giant magnifying glass.
The Experimentarium can be rented for private events. Its 150-person and 250-person auditoriums are ideal for seminars and presentations.
The Experimentarium is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 5 PM, with extended hours Tuesday until 9 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM. Admission is DKK 95 for children ages 3-11 and DKK 145 for adults. Admission for children under 3 is free.
Founded in 1897, the 86-acre Open Air Museum features more than 50 farms, mills and houses demonstrating Danish periods from 1650 to 1950. Each structure boasts period-specific furniture, textiles and handicrafts. Many of the buildings recall the
Founded in 1897, the 86-acre Open Air Museum features more than 50 farms, mills and houses demonstrating Danish periods from 1650 to 1950. Each structure boasts period-specific furniture, textiles and handicrafts. Many of the buildings recall the time that Danish author Hans Christian Andersen was crafting his fairytales.
Visitors can take the nearly two-mile walk around the compound during which they'll find an 18th century farmstead, primitive longhouse, windmills, thatched fishermen huts and more. Museum staff dress in period-specific costume and give talks and demonstrations on lace making and loom weaving, among other crafts.
The Open Air Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, April to October, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Admission is free.
One of the city's most popular harbor swimming baths, Copencabana is a beautiful 2,500-meter artificial beach dotted with palm trees. Boasting a hip Moroccan vibe, the manmade bath takes advantage of the city's clean harbor water in its three basins,
One of the city's most popular harbor swimming baths, Copencabana is a beautiful 2,500-meter artificial beach dotted with palm trees. Boasting a hip Moroccan vibe, the manmade bath takes advantage of the city's clean harbor water in its three basins, which span 650 square meters and include a children's pool, diving pool and swimming pool.
Visitors to Copencabana can lounge on low-slung cushions and sofas, rent hammocks and even play beach volleyball. Parents can rest assured, as the beach is closely watched by lifeguards.
Copencabana is open daily from June to August.
Frederiksborg Castle is both the largest Renaissance palace in Scandinavia and home to the largest collection of portraits in Denmark. However, it is perhaps most known for its beautiful gardens and parks.
Situated in the center of Hilleros, the
Frederiksborg Castle is both the largest Renaissance palace in Scandinavia and home to the largest collection of portraits in Denmark. However, it is perhaps most known for its beautiful gardens and parks.
Situated in the center of Hilleros, the castle is now home to the National Museum of History, featuring an expansive collection of art, prints and drawings. The gardens and park area boast romantic landscapes and a garden re-created in 1996 after a 1725 design. The Baroque Garden features four ornamental royal monograms shaped in box tree, while the entire garden is symmetrically designed around a central axis extending from the castle far into the landscape. Visitors to the garden can even sail on the castle lake.
Private events may be held throughout the grounds. Frederiksborg Castle is open daily, April to October, from 10 AM to 5 PM and daily, November to March, from 11 AM to 3 PM. The gardens are open daily from dawn to dusk. Admission is free.
Operated by the University of Copenhagen, the Copenhagen Botanical Garden houses the largest collection of living plants in Denmark. Located in the city center, it features more than 25,000 living specimens representing 13,000 species in a series of
Operated by the University of Copenhagen, the Copenhagen Botanical Garden houses the largest collection of living plants in Denmark. Located in the city center, it features more than 25,000 living specimens representing 13,000 species in a series of outdoor and indoor spaces.
Highlights include a rock garden with Central European plants, a herbarium, a rosarium and a cacti and succulent garden. The large Palm House is home to tropical water and marsh plants, while other stand-out plants include giant water lilies and the pomegranate, papaya, mango, fig and olive trees. The garden's arboretum features more than 900 species of plants from Danish nature, including bald cypress, poplars and gingko trees.
The Copenhagen Botanical Garden is open daily during the summer from 8:30 AM to 6 PM and daily during the winter from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Admission is free.
A popular attraction located in the center of Copenhagen, Rosenborg Castle houses some of Denmark's greatest treasures, including the crown jewels and crown regalia. Rosenborg Castle served as the royal residence from 1606 to 1710 before becoming the
A popular attraction located in the center of Copenhagen, Rosenborg Castle houses some of Denmark's greatest treasures, including the crown jewels and crown regalia. Rosenborg Castle served as the royal residence from 1606 to 1710 before becoming the setting for these royal collections of costumes, heirlooms and artifacts.
Today, the Dutch Renaissance castle houses a museum that tells the history of Danish kings from Frederik II in the late 16th century to Frederik VII in the 19th century. Surrounding the castle are the Rosenborg Gardens, or the King's Garden. Established in the Renaissance style by Christian IV in the early 1600s, they are the country's oldest. More than 2.5 million people visit the gardens every year to view its large herbaceous border, rose garden, sculptures, symmetrical Renaissance garden and children's playground.
Rosenborg Castle and Gardens are open daily with seasonal hours. Admission is DKK 75 for adults. Children under 18 receive free admission.
