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Looking for some peace and quiet? An idyllic spot to relax and unwind? You've made it to the right category. Here, we list some of the most beautiful and functional parks in the city. Many provide jogging and cycling trails, picnic sites, and large, open areas for throwing a Frisbee or walking your dog.

 

Amaliehavn

Address: adjacent to Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen

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This magnificent fountain garden is located adjacent to Amalienborg Palace, the royal residence. It offers an excellent view of the palace's four mansions and of the majestic Marble Church in the background. The garden, graced by fountains, waterfalls and roses, was designed by Jean Delogne with the help of Italian...

Botanisk Have

Address: Gothersgade 128, Copenhagen

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This park is connected to a lake that was originally part of the city's defensive moat. Today, it's a beautiful component of the Botanical Gardens, whose greenhouses shelter many species of tropical and subtropical plants. The cactus house and the palm house showcase climate-controlled environments, and the Alpine...

Churchillparken

Address: Ny Vestergade 10, Copenhagen

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This park surrounds the palace that houses the Nationalmuseet (National Museum). In the 1800s, its beautiful, rolling green hills also became host to St. Alban's Church, whose services cater to English-speakers. The attractive park is a favorite of tourists. BUS: 1, 2, 3, 6, 8, 10, 28, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35

Dyrehaven

Address: Klampenborg, Copenhagen

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This park on the outskirts of the city was originally part of the king's private hunting grounds. Now a public venue, it offers lovely vistas that invite folks to soak up the sun or picnic before or after a visit to the Louisiana Art Museum. The lush park lies alongside the sea. S-TOG: Klampenborg

Kongens Have

Address: Copenhagen

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This garden, whose name means "King's Garden," sits behind Rosenborg Slot, which is itself just beyond Strøget, the pedestrian shopping area. First opened in 1700, the garden boasts lush flower beds, rose gardens, and blooming trees, all of which wash the area with color and scent. Within the park is a statue of Hans...

Royal Library Gardens

Address: Søren Kierkegaards Palds 1, The Royal Library, Copenhagen

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These gardens were built in 1920 on the site of Christian IV's naval port, and a small pond in the park acts as a reminder of the plot's maritime history. Benches rest beneath trees, inviting visitors to sit and enjoy the beautiful seasonal displays. The gardens are located between the Royal Library and the Parliament...

Tivoli Gardens

Address: Vesterbrogade 3, Copenhagen

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The magnificent Tivoli Gardens are a living confection of tulips, roses, and water features. When you visit, take time to enjoy the manicured beauty of the gardens, whose name is derived from an Italian town famous for its fountains. The peaceful lake is often dotted with ducks and swans, and live entertainment is...