Ørestad is a developing city area in Copenhagen, Denmark, on the island of Amager. When the area was planned it was expected that 20,000 people would live in Ørestad, 20,000 would study, and 80,000 people would be employed in the area.
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Tivoli, also known as Tivoli Gardens, is an amusement park and pleasure garden in Copenhagen, Denmark. The park opened on 15 August 1843 and is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the world, after Dyrehavsbakken in nearby Klampenborg, also in Denmark.
Learn more Book this experienceThe National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen is Denmark’s largest museum of cultural history, comprising the histories of Danish and foreign cultures, alike. The museum's main building is located a short distance from Strøget at the center of Copenhagen. It contains exhibits from around the world, from Greenland to South America.
Learn more Book this experienceWonderful, wonderful Copenhagen. You just know that if a city’s had a song written about it, it’s got to be something special! And Copenhagen is nothing if not special. With this 72-hour Classic Route ticket, you’ll be able to see and discover so many of the reasons why. One of the best parts about hop-on hop-off tour is if you can see something great, you can hop off to take a closer look. That will likely be the case when you pass Rosenborg Castle, a spectacular Renaissance building that was originally built as a summer house for King Christian IV. Some summer house, eh? But with 14 kids that survived childhood, maybe he needed the space! After you’ve seen a castle, it makes sense to visit a palace. And Amalienborg won’t disappoint. It’s actually four palaces with identical facades and has been home to the Danish Royal Family since their previous home burnt down at the end of the 18th century.
Learn moreThe Church of Our Saviour is a baroque church in Copenhagen, Denmark, most famous for its helix spire with an external winding staircase that can be climbed to the top, offering extensive views over central Copenhagen.
Learn more Book this experienceChristianshavns Kanal is a canal in the Christianshavn neighbourhood of Copenhagen, Denmark. Running northeast–southwest, it bisects the neighbourhood along its length.
Learn more Book this experienceGet two Copenhagen favorites with this handy combination ticket! See 4,000 animals at Copenhagen Zoo and discover the best sights of the city with a ride on the Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus.
Learn moreBørsen, also known as Børsbygningen, is a 17th-century stock exchange in the center of Copenhagen. The historic building is situated next to Christiansborg Palace, the seat of the Danish Parliament, on the island of Slotsholmen.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceCity Hall Square is a public square in the centre of Copenhagen, Denmark, located in front of the Copenhagen City Hall. Its large size, its central location and its affiliation with the city hall make it a popular venue for a variety of events, celebrations and demonstrations.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceJoin a guided kayaking tour through Copenhagen's canals, led by a certified instructor. Perfect for water lovers and adventurers alike, this leisurely tour offers plenty of opportunities to chat, laugh, and enjoy incredible views. Paddle past landmarks like Christiansborg Palace, the Danish National Museum, and Gammel Strand, Copenhagen's oldest harbor. Don't miss seeing The Black Diamond, a modern architectural masterpiece. The tour starts and ends at Kalvebod Bølge, where the guide provides instructions and assistance. Young adventurers under 15 years old can share a double kayak with an adult. Enjoy approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes of pure joy on the water. Note that this experience is available only from May 1-31 and September 1-30.
Learn moreCopenhagen is the capital and most populous city of Denmark. As of 1 January 2020, the city had a population of 794,128 with 632,340 in Copenhagen Municipality, 104,305 in Frederiksberg Municipality, 42,989 in Tårnby Municipality, and 14,494 in Dragør Municipality.
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Nyhavn is a 17th-century waterfront, canal and entertainment district in Copenhagen, Denmark. Stretching from Kongens Nytorv to the harbour front just south of the Royal Playhouse, it is lined by brightly coloured 17th and early 18th century townhouses and bars, cafes and restaurants.
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Amalienborg is the home of the Danish royal family, and is located in Copenhagen, Denmark. It consists of four identical classical palace façades with rococo interiors around an octagonal courtyard; in the centre of the square is a monumental equestrian statue of Amalienborg's founder, King Frederick V.
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Frederik's Church, popularly known as The Marble Church for its rococo architecture, is an Evangelical Lutheran church in Copenhagen, Denmark. The church forms the focal point of the Frederiksstaden district; it is located due west of Amalienborg Palace.
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The Copenhagen Opera House is the national opera house of Denmark, and among the most modern opera houses in the world. It is also one of the most expensive opera houses ever built with construction costs well over US$500 million.
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Rosenborg Castle is a renaissance castle located in Copenhagen, Denmark. The castle was originally built as a country summerhouse in 1606 and is an example of Christian IV's many architectural projects.
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Strøget is a pedestrian, car free shopping area in Copenhagen, Denmark. This popular tourist attraction in the centre of town is one of the longest pedestrian shopping streets in Europe at 1.1 km.
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Frederiksberg Gardens is one of the largest and most attractive greenspaces in Copenhagen, Denmark. Together with the adjacent Søndermarken it forms a green area of 64 hectares at the western edge of Inner Copenhagen.
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Charlottenborg Palace is a large town mansion located on the corner of Kongens Nytorv and Nyhavn in Copenhagen, Denmark. Originally built as a residence for Ulrik Frederik Gyldenløve, it has served as the base of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts since its foundation in 1754.
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The Designmuseum Denmark is a museum in Copenhagen for Danish and international design and crafts. It features works of famous Danish designers like Arne Jacobsen, Jacob Jensen and Kaare Klint, who was one of the two architects who remodeled the former Frederiks Hospital into a museum in the 1920s.
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The Trinitatis Church is located in central Copenhagen, Denmark. It is part of the 17th century Trinitatis Complex, which includes the Rundetårn astronomical observatory tower and the Copenhagen University Library, in addition to the church.
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Copenhagen Zoo is a zoological garden in Copenhagen, Denmark. Founded in 1859, it is one of the oldest zoos in Europe and is a member of EAZA.
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Købmagergade is a pedestrian shopping street in the Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark. It connects Amagertorv on Strøget to Nørreport station, although the last section, north of Kultorvet, is part of Frederiksborggade, which continues on the other side of the railway station.
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