This really should be a must-do experience in Copenhagen. The name of the church in English is…read moreChurch of Our Savior, but most Americans call it "that spiral church" which seems to resonate with just about everyone. Two tips: First, skip this if you don't like heights because if you don't feel comfortable with outside steps, it's not worth going to (although it's a very cool church to look at). Secondly, be SURE you get advance tickets at least one day in advance. This is easy to do on the Internet, but critical. Fortunately for me, this church was only a 10 minute walk from my hotel. Also, fortunately, I love climbing to the top of churches. The church was built in 1752 and is stunning. The tower has 400 steps; the first 250 steps are inside the tower on steep, narrow, old wooden stairs, and the final 150 steps on the outside, wrapping around the spire on a winding, narrow (but two people can easily pass each other), spiral staircase. Please note that I'm 70 years old, but still didn't have any issues, except for a few quick rest stops on the way up. I didn't have time to explore the inside of the church, but I thoroughly enjoyed walking in the neighborhood surrounding the church (just about 10 -15 minute walk from Central Copenhagen) and the magnificent view from the outside of the church.

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.

Also known as Frederiks Kirke, Marmorkirken is a beautiful domed Lutheran church (think Pantheon…read morerather than Notre Dame). Completely worth a visit - particularly if you are headed to/from Rosenborg Castle, Kastellet or Nyhavn. Even our children who were suffering from a bit of cathedral overexposure thought it was cool. There is a tour of the dome twice daily on weekends and once on weekdays - but the schedule is calendar dependent and subject to change so check on the website first if you are interested. It wasn't open when we visited but the views are reputed to be legendary - as is the narrow and difficult nature of the twisting staircase. Also, construction blocked egress to/from the streets to the west when we visited - your mileage may vary.

Got to say, what a beautiful architecture, and what a church. The dome itself is just eye catching…read moreand makes it curious that you got to go in and check it out. As burnout church visit, I couldn't resist to go in and I'm glad I did. What a place, what a design, simply beautiful & stunning. Love it.

This is another part of the Christiansborg castle dating back to 1826 that has been wonderfully…read morepreserved and is still in use today. This part of the castle is free to visitors during business hours and while it's not particularly large or grand, it is beautifully constructed. The inspiration by The Pantheon can easily be seen by the exquisite marbling throughout the church, but in particular by the marble pillars at the entrance resembling Greek temples. The inside has warmer tones with stucco walls, elegant electric candles, light wooden pews, and exquisite pillars and arches. While we only took a brief look around, we were in awe at the refined subtleties and sophistication of the church's design. The atmosphere was quiet, peaceful, and reflective. This church is still the site of all major royal events including baptisms, weddings, and anniversaries. It's definitely worth a quick look if you're at the castle, especially considering it's one of the only areas freely open to the public.

St. Peter's Church was built around 1200 and is one of the oldest buildings in inner Copenhagen. In…read more1585, King Frederik II gave the church to a parish of Germans living in Denmark, and church services are still held in German. Several famous German expatriates have been laid to rest in the distinctive sepulchral chapel. The church and its grounds have undergone many changes. Today, part of the garden is the schoolyard of St. Peter's School. The church is today owned by the Danish Palaces and Properties Agency but on a day-to-day basis the church is still used actively by the German-speaking Evangelical-Lutheran congregation with 900 members as part of the Danish National Church. Unfortunately, the Church was closed when I stopped by. There was also someone sleeping on one of the outside benches.

A very old…read morechurch St Peter's Church is the oldest building in the central area of Copenhagen. The first record of the Lutheran church for the German community was in about 1300 but it's possible that it was first parts were constructed as far back as the 12th century. Not much is known about what the church actually looked like back then but most of it was destroyed in a huge fire around 1380 and then rebuilt around 1400. The oldest part of the church probably dates to around that time. Over the centuries parts of the church were rebuilt and numerous additions completed. The famous architech, Hans Van Steenwinkel the Elder, did extensive renovations in 1585 and the extensive Sepulchral Chapels were built over several decades and not completed until around 1680 by Steenwinkel the Younger. The massive Copenhagen Fire of 1728 destroyed a lot of the church but once again it was rebuilt and the cool and looming Rococo spire was added around 1757. The church managed to survive sieges and wars and was extensively restored in the 1990s. Today the venerable church still dominates the area. Unfortunately we didn't get a chance to go inside the church but just walking around this ancient building and taking in this incredible part of history was immensely impressive and something not quickly forgotten.

4.5 stars. According to its website, St. Alban's was built in 1885 and is the only Anglican church…read morein Denmark. It is an active church with services and sacraments in the English language. It is also open for tours during certain months and hours. My husband and I toured this church on our own. A staff member promptly and kindly greeted us. The church is small but has beautiful architecture. A handout said that the church's exterior has Victorian "Early English" Gothic architecture, and much of the interior was made from limestone. There are also an organ, bells, and stained-glass windows. Admission was free, but a collection plate was available for donations.

"Every man's life is a fairy tale, written by God's fingers..." - Hans Christian Andersen…read more The "English Church" is what Dane's call St Alban's Anglican Church in København, Denmark. On my way to a photo shoot near Den lille Havfrue (the Little Mermaid Statue) I stumbled across this charming old church built in Gothic Revival style. The "English Church" was not on my A-list on this visit to the ancient city built by the mighty Vikings. As I approached it became even more surreal as the giant Gefion Fountain in honor of a Viking Goddess greeted me. The courtyard also displayed many prominent figures from mythology. Grasp this for a second... a Christian Church seemingly protected by Norse folklore and mythology? Simply breathtaking! Unfortunately, I did not have the opportunity to attend Church service or explore the interior (which I tend to do) due to my schedule. However, I did manage to soak in the ambiance and spirituality of the surroundings. Danish windmills and old military barracks scatter. And of course, the surreal scene of the giant Gefion Fountain with the "English Church" as a backdrop will live in my memories forever. In the end, I highly recommend a visit to St Alban's Anglican Church if in København. Discover it on the way to Den lille Havfrue! You don't have to be versed in the Anglican Order to appreciate the rich history of the "English Church". The Christian and Pagan contradictions in it's symbiotic architecture was such a beautiful site to me. One of the more unusual grounds I have been blessed to walk...

It's off-the-beaten-path and a trek to get there being so north from central city, but it's worth…read morethe investment. Grundtvigs Kirke is one of the only examples of expressionist architecture in churches around the world. From the moment you turn the corner to see the church, it's stunning. It seems other worldly. It's open throughout the year for visitors. When my friend and I went in at 3 p.m. on a Thursday in October 2021, the doors were open and an organist was playing. A few tourists filled the seats snapping photos of the unique design. If you love design and architecture, definitely go here. Admission is free and they sell a few items inside to help fund the church's Christmas charity work.

Very cool experience visiting. Due to being out of the way from the main downtown areas the church…read morewas not very crowded. The architecture, exterior and interior were both incredible and plenty of chairs to sit in to take it all in.

Churches are vibes. In a lifetime of visits to Copenhagen over sixty years, I can't remember ever…read morevisiting here. Did now. Meh. Didn't feel Danish and it was particularly impressive. now if I ever get terminally ill and I happen to visit this church and all of a sudden I get well, I'm pretty sure I'll change my opinion which is just a casual observation of an opinion. Carry on.

I visited this church on the first day of my stay in Copenhagen. After visiting Sainte-Chapelle,…read moreSacré-Cœur, and other cathedrals in Paris the previous week, it is hard to look at others without comparing them to those magnificent works of architectural and artistical wonder. But, I was able to here. Comparatively, it is much simpler than other churches. But, that does not mean it is a bad thing. Sometimes, less is more, and this church can harness its simplicity to create a holy and peaceful atmosphere. Sure, it might not be covered in gold and stained glass windows, but it is a beautiful church, and a beautiful building.

You might think the Norwegian church is only for Norwegians? You couldn't be more wrong…read more This is a place where everyone are welcome. From the German business student to the Danish agronomist. But to be honest, most people who "hang out" here are Norwegians. Might be because it's kinda nice to speak the mother tongue with fellow speakers once in a while. Or it could be because of the peculiar (but awesome) Norwegian goodies you can buy at the little shop here. Here you can get everything from Norwegian chocolate to the very special brown goat cheese. What I like about this place are many things. First and foremost, it's always a friendly and open place where you can eat as many waffles as you'd like (best waffles in Cph) for 15 kr each. Secondly, there's a student dinner (Norwegian specialty) and quiz once a month, which is always nice. Thirdly, they have a study/reading room that hardly anyone uses, so there's a lot of space! There are also so many other activities here for people of all ages and backgrounds. Check it out yourself and I'm sure you won't be disappointed!