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Copenhagen Attractions & ActivitiesHistoric Sites
Ready to look into the past and learn about the heritage of this fascinating city? We list historic homes, plantations, battlegrounds, and churches that are rich in history and provide for an educational travel diversion.
Address: Amalienborg Slotsplads, Christian VIII's Palace, Copenhagen 1257
Known for its Rococo design, this palace was built as the winter home for the Danish royal family and is actually composed of four individual mansions. Each one faces a cobblestone courtyard, and although they're identical on the outside, all the mansions boast interiors that have been distinctively decorated. The...
Address: Ny Carlsbergvej 140, Copenhagen
See how one of the world's oldest and largest breweries crafts its hometown beer. Dating to 1847, the brewery remains family-owned (it's named after son Carl), and its tasting room and historical museum prove educational and fascinating. Visitors are given the opportunity to observe the brewing process and learn how...
Address: Nyhavn 2, Copenhagen 1501
Formerly a Baroque palace, Charlottenborg now houses some of Denmark's greatest art. Operated by the Danish Academy of Fine Arts, the building is named for Queen Charlotte Amalie and offers rotating exhibits that showcase the best in contemporary art. BUS: 1, 6, 9, 10, 29, 31, 350S, 650S
Address: Folktinget, Copenhagen
Currently the seat of Danish politics, this palace is set on an island and has been rebuilt three times since it was conceived. The current, neo-Baroque structure, made of granite and copper, was completed in 1928. On-site are ancient walls of the original palace that Absalon built in 1167. Guided tours lead through...
Address: Hillerød 3400
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Known as the National Historical Museum, Frederiksborg Slot is one of Denmark's most tranquil and pristine Renaissance palaces. Located in the middle of a lake, the palace was built for King Christian IV from 1602 to 1620 and was the seat of royal coronations through 1840. Now, it offers the historical splendor of...
Address: Niels Hemmingsens Gade 5, Copenhagen 1153
Set amid the hustle and bustle of Copenhagen's most popular shopping area is its oldest church. Built in 1400 as a monastery, Helligåndskirken was reconstructed in New Renaissance style in 1880. The church's altarpiece depicts the ascension of Christ, and the interior features decorative works by Didrik Gercken and...
Address: Helsignør
Now a national monument, Kronborg Castle is believed to have been the inspiration for Elsinore in Shakespeare's "Hamlet." Located on the sound headed toward the sea, the Renaissance-style castle was built in 1577 by Frederik II and is now a repository of seafaring history. More than 25 rooms showcase a variety of...
Address: Øster Voldgade 4A, Copenhagen
This castle was built by Christian IV as a summer residence, and it houses everything from the crown jewels to exquisite china services. More than 300 family portraits are on display as well, along with generations of regalia, including everything from baby shoes to coronation chairs. Rosenborg Slot also offers an...
Address: Rådhuspladsen 1, Copenhagen 1599
Copenhagen's town hall is an architectural delight. Inspired by Italian and Nordic aesthetics and designed by Martin Nyrop, it boasts a brass staircase and hand-painted archways, not to mention countless exterior statues and a clock tower. A breathtaking city view is afforded from the top of the tower, which is only...
