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    Kastellet

    4.2 (47 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Paul L.

    Great place to stop by after your immeasurable disappointment with the Little Mermaid statue. Kastellet is a military fortress on a star shaped "island," but think of it more like a park. It's a very pleasant walk where you'll see interesting buildings, a windmill, and the surrounding water.

    The King's Gate
    Donna B.

    While riding the Hop On Hop Off and looking for the Little Mermaid, I passed the Kastellet sign and had to check it out. I discovered a Kastellet, is a Citadel or fort. And that this particular one is one of the best preserved star fortresses in Northern Europe dating back to 1664. Inside the fort are several buildings, including a church, a windmill, and various military buildings- some that look like they are being turned into hostels. I entered from the northeast corner thru the Norway Gate and wondered the grounds and worked my way to the main gate called the King's Gate- be careful here as there are some working military buildings here and the cars don't seem to slow down for pedestrians. Here there were steps that lead up to the ramparts where you could walk the entire fort and check out it and the surrounding moat. Free entrance. Out the Norway Gate and turn left you will find the Little Mermaid.

    Cindy L.

    Walking through this place, it won't make sense to you unless you read about it in the books first and we brought our guide book so we read through it and then walked through this fortress. This fortress is shaped of a star, so you can walk in many different directions and you can see beautiful lakes, ponds, windmills and beautiful hills. We enjoyed it because it wasn't too crowded and it was actually peaceful. We even went into the church nearby. Such a nice little stop with so much history behind it.

    South entrance
    Matthew F.

    This site of a former 5-pointed fortress is another oasis of calm in Copenhagen. There's not a whole lot to "do," necessarily, but that's kind of the point. Take the hand of your beloved one, stroll around the perimeter, and enjoy the views of water and windmill. Pair it with Designmuseum, Amalienborg Palace and Frederiks Kirke, and you have a satisfying and memorable afternoon.

    Chantelle T.

    My favorite part of this is how the water is shaped into a star! Again, just happened to stumble upon the after visiting the little Mermaid. This attraction makes for a beautiful leisurely walk taking in the sights of 8 other attractions. It's a surprisingly short walk along the water! I think it's the perfect spot for a tourist in a rush- just follow the track and you'll hit up the hotspots! I almost wish some of the signage was in English or at least provided better direction (check my reviews, I've 'stumbled' upon the vast majority of them) but in this instance I've not been lost once and the sense of discovery has fed my adventurous spirit. I plan on returning tomorrow because its just a fun walk but will walk I'm a different direction just to see where I end up. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Copenhagen!

    Val L.

    This places got my attention because of its pentagram form. It used to be a fortress but now it is very cool park. It is really nice just to walk around the places and check how a fortress looks like. On the east side you will find a beautiful windmill. There is also a church on the grounds. There is a changing of the guard ceremony at the Central Guard House every day at 12.00, don't miss it! =)

    Cool fountain which apparently depicts the goddess Gefjon founding the island of Zealand!
    Cathy Z.

    I saw a lot of tour buses pulling in to Kastellet just to see the Little Mermaid statue, which made me sad because the "island" is a beautiful, calm place to spend an afternoon in its own right. There are a lot of hidden gems around Kastellet, including a windmill, a quaint little stone church, a beautiful fountain depicting the founding myth of Denmark, and a moving monument to Danish soldiers killed in peacekeeping missions. While you're exploring I would definitely recommend stopping at the ice cream stand to purchase a soft ice dipped in cocoa--the best bite I had in Denmark! My only complaint is that there could be better signage; since it is a fortress, after all, there's only one way to get in and out of it, so I spent about 30 minutes wandering around lost. At least I had the ice cream to fortify me!

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    Rundetaarn - Rundetaarn

    Rundetaarn

    4.3(86 reviews)
    1.6 kmKøbenhavn K
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    Wow!!! Rundetaarn is on the Top Ten must see list when in Copenhagen. What makes " Round Tower" so…read morespecial and intriguing? I'm glad you asked... With its distinctive spiral ramp, the Round Tower has become a Danish landmark. Here are some notable facts and points of interest: 1.The Hollow Core: the shape of the tower was Denmark's geographical zero point. 2. There is an Observatory which houses a telescope built in 1929. 3. The Library Hall is used for changing exhibits, cultural events and concerts 4. The Spiral Ramp will get you to 10,000 steps easily; it is the only way to the top of the tower and spins 7 1/2 times around the Tower's hollow core. Believe me, you feel those twists as you climb. 5. The Bell Loft is situated above the Library Hall and two floors above the Trinity Church where the bells have rung for hundreds of years. 6. The Platform: once you climb the narrow stairs you are atop and can see all of Copenhagen's charms and Sweden. During the summer there is a kiosk that sells sweet treats 7. The Planetarium: shows the solar system I highly recommend visiting Rundetaarn. It is located in Norreport; beautiful shops and restaurants. Polse: best hot dogs are served in this truck outside tower Rundetaarn is located on: Kobmagergarde 52 A 1150 København K Denmark Check out Rundetaarn.dk for more info

    This is no longer included in the CPH Card when I went (July) but it was on the card back in…read moreFebruary. Even so, the cost is reasonable (kids are free) so we paid and went up. Plus, it was raining so a good way to wait it out while taking in the sights. You walk up a gentle spiral to get a nice view of the city. Along the way, there are rooms you can stop in for art exhibitions, a view of the actual church (there was service going on when we were there), random alcoves, refreshments, and even the toilet. The place is clean and it wasn't overly crowded when we went on a weekday in the afternoon. Because of the gentler slope, it's friendly for all ages. The view isn't very high, but it's still pretty good! There are little "benches" along the way - in case you do need to rest or plan the next stop of your day. A good place to stop by to get a view of the city!

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    Round Tower or Rundetaarn

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    Going down!

    Nyhavn

    Nyhavn

    4.3(184 reviews)
    1.3 kmKøbenhavn K

    Venice has the Venetian Lagoon, Greece has the Aegean Sea, Spain has Port Vell and Denmark has…read moreNyhavn. Nyhavn is a beautiful waterfront adorned with restaurants, canal tours, and connection to the fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen, who lived in several of its houses. The vibrant colors of the houses were spectacular. "Nyhavn is a historic 17th-century canal district in Copenhagen, Denmark, famous for its colorful 17th-century townhouses, historic ships, and vibrant atmosphere." I made it a point to pass by daily because the beauty of the waterfront was a great way to start my day. It was a joy to see the shopkeepers get their restaurants ready for business, customers lining up for the canal tours and getting a peek at the Kissing Bridge. My visit in December was special due to the Christmas spirit at Nyhavn, where the iconic harbour is lined with festive stalls selling Christmas decorations, traditional Danish Christmas treats and steaming cups of gløgg (mulled wine). There are numerous restaurants offering fine dining to casual eating, especially the famous open faced sandwich, Smorrebrod. Nyhavn is close to the Royal Opera House, Royal Danish Theater and the Broen Food Market. It is a must see in Copenhagen.

    It a must to visit in Copenhagen for sure. The history m, the landmarks, the foods, the camels,…read morethe bars, the theatres, the restaurants, the boats, the sunsets....all are simply beautiful and not to miss, especially in the evening or better yet, during the Christmas period. Just stunning and magical.

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    Christiania - "EU-Ausland" :)

    Christiania

    3.9(144 reviews)
    2.0 kmChristianshavn

    This is a truly strange tourist attraction. And, I use that term,"Tourist Attraction," lightly…read more It is said that this place is the home to many of those who live an alternative lifestyle in Copenhagen. They claim that this area is completely beyond the rules and the laws of Copenhagen. In some ways, that is pretty easy to see as the main street is lined with people selling weed and hash, which is still illegal in Denmark. Copenhagen is not Amsterdam. Though a bit sketchy, this city within a city is very well maintained. I am sure there is some other story going on here. ...One that we will never know. This being said, what you will find here is some of the best street art and graffiti that you will witness anywhere across Copenhagen. Of course, it is clearly stated all over the place, "No Photos." But, I'm guess that is more to keep the people dealing drugs safe and off the radar than anything else. One of the funny/interesting things I find about this location is that tour buses actually pull up to it. I don't know, maybe it's just me me, but if you are truly embracing an alternative lifestyle that all seems rather intrusive. Nonetheless, this is an interesting place. Even if all you do is look at the great street art, it is worth the visit.

    Christiania is an interesting visit, away from the standard tourist perspective of Copenhagen. From…read moreoriginal art to music and craft, Christiania is open to all as an alternate self-sustaining community.

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    Christiania - Dealer, die nicht schnell genug laufen konnten, wurden auch schon mal einkassiert...

    Dealer, die nicht schnell genug laufen konnten, wurden auch schon mal einkassiert...

    Christiania
    Christiania

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    Christiansborg Slot - A loooooooong dining table

    Christiansborg Slot

    4.1(37 reviews)
    2.0 kmKøbenhavn K

    Christianborg Palace is unique in that actually houses rooms that are used by the monarchy, the…read moreSupreme Court, the Prime Minister and the Parliament. For the purposes of tourists, only the royal section related to the monarchy is open for exploration. The ticket that you purchase depends on how many parts of the royal section you wish to visit: 1) Reception room - where the Queens holds meetings 2) Royal Stables - where the horses and carriages are held 3) Royal Kitchen - where the meals are prepared 4) Ruins - the ruins underneath the castle If you have more time, you can see all of them. For me, the best part was easily the Reception area, where you will see many rooms constructed with very colorful and exquisite architecture and filled with luxurious paintings, furniture, and tapestries. This area is so fancy they actually make all visitors wear blue shoe covers to protect the floors. It is also worth it to go up the tower (free entry) where you get amazing views of the city.

    Fun little visit to another castle. Big halls, grand stairs, kitchen, big library and other neat…read morethings to sight see. Didn't get to see the stables. Christiansborg Palace is actually pretty wild -- it's the only place in the world where the government, the prime minister, and the Supreme Court all work in the same building. And under it, there are literal castle ruins from like the 1100s that you can walk through. Plus, the Danish royal family still uses parts of it for fancy events, so it's kind of like government offices + ancient history + royalty all stacked in one spot. Funny story. There's this extremely long dining table (see pics). You're not supposed to sit there but the tour guide said a family sat there to eat lunch one time.

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    Vor Frelsers Kirke - We gotta walk ALL THE WAY OVER THERE!!

    Vor Frelsers Kirke

    4.5(65 reviews)
    2.1 kmChristianshavn

    It's a fun little tower to climb. Can't remember the entry cost, but pro tip: if you intend to see…read moremany sites here, get the Copenhagen card which applies to this church. Climb difficulty depends on your fitness level but imo it's easy. Steep inside, but easy. The outside is a little scary off you're afraid of heights, and it narrows as you get closer to the top. The spiral stairs part is outside the church. Plus you get the chance to meander through the streets on your way here.

    I hyped everyone up for the Church of Our Saviour. My kids know it as the Tower of Doom…read more First up, it is a church that is still in use, but it also gives you a breathtaking view of the city. It's included on the Copenhagen Card but you still need to book your entry time online to avoid crowds. They do not allow walk ins - or at least they didn't in July. They also close the climb up if there's rain or is excessively windy for safety reasons. I took my friend and my two kids, ages 4 and 8. They did not want to go. I gave them a choice to stay at the front desk and they ended up making it up, since they didn't want to be left behind. You can store your larger bags (like backpacks) by the front desk at your own discretion. You should. It gets a bit cramped. I kept my purse on me though. As opposed to the Ruundetarn, there are a lot of steps. Roughly 400 up and another 400 down. It's not terrible but the closer you are to the top, it can get narrow and cramped. If you're tall, watch your head. It also gets to the point that groups going in one direction need to stop to let the ones coming down go just so you have room to go up. The last set of stairs to get outside is more like a ladder and you really feel it when you're getting ready to get back inside the church and you look down to see how steep and narrow those steps are. It is a beautiful view though! Your heart is pumping from the climb up, the wind hampers your breathing a bit... I heard a number of people breathing quite hard - but you're there! You go up further until you can go no more. When I went, there was a lady who was seemingly stuck at the very top and didn't budge from it, but no matter. (She spoke to us... just didn't let go.) Both of my kids made it up too despite their reservations. It took time to get them moving at first but they did it! My eldest got down without issues but going down those ladder steps, I just held my 4 year old in one arm and took us both down 2 flights before I let him down. But yes, younger kids can do it! (They got ice cream afterwards.) If you have a fear of heights or claustrophobia.... You can definitely turn around if you really can't do it. I couldn't stare down at the ground for long while at the very top (it is a bit high) but I didn't feel unsafe while up there. That was definitely an experience to remember! A bit of a thrill at the very end, haha.

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    Vor Frelsers Kirke - The dome at the top of the church.

    The dome at the top of the church.

    Vor Frelsers Kirke - Let's do this!

    Let's do this!

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    Olufsvej

    Olufsvej

    4.6(5 reviews)
    1.6 kmØsterbro

    Olufsvej is a street in Østerbro. It is one of my all time favorite streets to look at!…read more The street is about 100 meters long, so it's not a particularly long street. It consists of 49 different town houses that people own. Olufsvej has become a very popular street amongst both people in the area and tourist due to how gorgeous and different each house is. They are all painted a different color and are very well maintained with flowers/bushes out infront of many of the properties. If you happen to be in the area of this street, I highly recommend stopping by and having a look at Olufsvej. Copenhagen in general is a very gorgeous city, but there's just something very quaint about walking down this street and seeing all the beautiful colors and how lively the street is. It's also the perfect photo spot, of course. So bring your camera!

    This street has a pretty strong reputation, as one of the must-see local gems of this part of…read moreCopenhagen. And I partly get it. Partly. Because while others are completely infatuated with it, I'm a bit more, "meh, it's OK". The old town houses, all of them painted in a variety of colors, are picturesque, definitely, and the street is nice and quiet, in spite of being in a very busy part of the city. So in that sense, yes, there's a local gem-vibe going. However, when I've walked down it (and living near-by with small child means you take plenty of walks down every street in your 'hood), I've often had this sort "OK, that's that, then" feeling when I've walked the length of the street. A sort of underwhelmed feeling, really. Couple that with a couple of times when the local residents have been, let's say, unwelcoming, and the place has just lost some of its charm for me. Yes, it is a cozy little street, and it is pretty picturesque (the modern buildings at either end is a bit of a drawback, though), but I just find it wanting.

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    Olufsvej - Sne på Olufsvej

    Sne på Olufsvej

    Olufsvej

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