Copenhagen Bucket List: 10 Best Places to Visit in Copenhagen, Denmark

Famously known as the happiest city in the world and the city of fairy tales, Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, has become a popular tourist destination for those who want to experience the magical ambiance of the city. If you’re going to experience the happiest city in the world and thinking of the best things to do in Copenhagen, Denmark, to add to your itinerary, then this article is for you.

Here are the lists of the 10 best things to do in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Tivoli Gardens

Ranked as the 3^rd oldest amusement park and 2^nd most admired amusement park worldwide, the Tivoli Gardens is a must-visit in Copenhagen, especially with kids.

The amusement park and pleasure garden have been around since 1843 and are known for their old wooden roller coaster still operating today, built-in 1941, the Mountain Coaster.

Christiansborg Palace

Situated on the island of Slotsholmen, the Christiansborg Palace is the only structure in the world that houses the government’s three branches, the Danish Parliament, the Danish Prime Minister Office, and the Supreme Court of Denmark.

The palace serving as a government building is also being used by the Danish monarch. The palace is now open for visitors who want to glimpse the three stages of Danish architecture: baroque style, Neo-baroque style, and neoclassical style.

Rosenborg Castle

Originally built as a summer house by Christian IV back in 1606, the renaissance castle Rosenborg Castle is a must-visit for those who want to know more about Danish history.

The castle consists of 24 rooms that now serve as a museum exhibiting several collections of monarch heritage, and the basement treasury holds impressive crown jewels and royal emblems.

Strøget

If shopping is one of your passions, then Strøget is the place for you. Considered one of the oldest and largest pedestrian shopping malls worldwide where tourists often flocks, Strøget offers various high-end boutiques, restaurants, and cafes that will suit the taste of all ages and generations.

The Little Mermaid Statue

When visiting Copenhagen, don’t miss the chance of seeing one of its iconic landmarks, the Little Mermaid statue at Langelinie.

Sculpted by Edvard Eriksen in 1913, the bronze statue depicts a mermaid turning into a human inspired by the 1837 fairytale written by Hans Christian Anderson and now a popular tourist attraction.

Nyhavn

One of the must-visit in Copenhagen is the Nyhavn, a 17^th-century harbor, where you can stroll around the picturesque 17^th and 18^th-century colorful buildings or grab a coffee or beer.

You can also go on a canal boat tour to admire Nyhavn from afar, which is another excellent experience visiting Copenhagen.

Bakken Amusement Park

The Bakken, the Hill, the world’s oldest amusement park, built in 1583, is Denmark’s 2^nd well-known tourist destination next to Tivoli Gardens. The Bakken Amusement Park is a worthwhile place to visit, especially with kids.

Bakken is free of admission, offering over 30 varieties of rides and five roller coaster rides.

Copenhagen Zoo

Ranked as the 4^th most popular destination in Copenhagen, built in 1859, the Copenhagen Zoo is one of the largest and oldest zoos in Europe.

The zoo has 7 exhibit areas consisting of animals from Asia to South America, such as polar bears, camels, sea lions, and houses a rare species of Tasmanian devils, African crocodile, Amur leopard giant panda.

Den Bla Planet

Also known as the National Aquarium Denmark, Den Bla Planet is one of the largest aquariums in Europe built to mimic a whirlpool.

The aquarium has become a popular attraction in Denmark where kids will surely enjoy and houses a wide range of aquatic species from sharks that you can admire on a glass tunnel to sea otters.

Danish cuisine

Another great way to make your visit to Copenhagen memorable is to try out Danish Cuisine.

Dine at one of the top restaurants, Geranium, awarded three Michelin stars where you can also try out Nordic cuisine, and had one of the best meals in your life.

References

• 15 Best Things to Do in Copenhagen (Denmark), The Crazy Tourist
• Birbeck, (2021), 15 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Copenhagen, PlanetWare
• Pete R., 10 Best Things To Do In Copenhagen, BucketListly

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