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Sights in Copenhagen

Sights in Copenhagen

Copenhagen is a very diverse city with lots of different attractions. Underneath you can see some of them.

Rundetårn was build by King Christian the 4th in 1642, and is Europes oldest observatory that still is being used. No longer by scientists, but by amateur astronomes and the towers many guest. The tower measures 34.8 meters and has no stairs. To get to the top you will have to walk on the spiral path.

Amalienborg is the monarch’s winter residence. The Amalienborg complex consists of four palaces, planned around an octagonal courtyard, in the centre of which stands the French sculptor J.F.J. Saly’s equestrian statue of Frederik V, the founder of Amalienborg Palace and Frederiksstaden, the surrounding district of Copenhagen.

Rosenborg Castle is not only a beautiful historic building, it is also a fascinating museum of cultural history which houses some of Denmark’s greatest cultural treasures, not least the
Crown Jewels and the Danish Crown Regalia. The museum tells the history of the Danish kings through 300 years, from Frederik II in the late 16th century to Frederik VII in the 19th century; the history of the kings since then feature in the Amalienborg Museum.

Christiansborg Palace in the centre of Copenhagen has more than 800 years of history as the power base of the kingdom. Today the palace is home to the Parliament, the Prime Minister's Office and the Supreme Court. In addition, several parts of the palace are used by the Royal House.

Tivoli is Copenhagen’s famous amusement park, built in 1843. Tivoli is the world’s oldest amusement park and the biggest and most beautiful park in Denmark, located in the centre of Copenhagen. Tivoli offers something for everybody, with 28 different rides for people of all ages. You will also find a beautiful park with lots of flowers and trees.

The story of Christiania is colour full, long, and filled with battles, victories and defeats. It is build on a dream of a life lived in freedom and the idea of a city ruled by its inhabitants continues. It all began in 1970 when a group of citizens knocked down the fence at the corner of Prinsessegade and Refshalevej. They wanted a playground for their kids and something green to look at. Feel free to visit Christiania and experience the spirit of the Freetown or just enjoy the nature, as long as you just respect the inhabitants.

DFDS Canal Tours started over 100 years. Each year more than 500,000 visitors, tour the Danish capital from one on our open or covered boats. With DFDS Canal Tours you travel through all parts of the old city. In Danish, English and German our guides informs you about Copenhagen´s most famous sights and the most fascinating moments in its history.

The New Harbour from 1673 began as a busy trading harbour, where ships from all over the world anchored. The New Harbour became known as 'Nyhavn' (Newharbour). The pretty, crooked, old houses, where in times gone by tradesmen occupied, have been beautifully renovated into cosy indoor and outdoor restaurants, with cold beer and jazz music.

The Copenhagen Zoo has existed since 1859, and is home to 3,300 animals and 264 species. Today, the Zoo is a state-of-the-art attraction containing a almost rebuild Children's Zoo, a Zoo Stage and in 2008 a new big elephant house opened. The Zoo also participates actively in nature conservation projects worldwide.

Tycho Brahe Planetarium is Denmark's most advanced centre for popularizing astronomy and space research and promoting knowledge on natural science. Al day long they present the spectacular IMAX films – the largest film format in the world and digital 3D films, and if you are interested in our planet, in the universe or in the twinkling stars, the exhibition on natural science, astronomy and space travel is a must.

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