Outdoor Activities in Copenhagen

  1. Open Air Museum

    4.5 (1045 Votes)
    Open Air Museum

    Art And Culture, Museum, Garden, Village

    This is actually a well preserved traditional Scandinavian village. The buildings are all old and true to the country flavor of Denmark. You’ll have a fascinating insight into how the rural populace of this place used to live. Make sure to check the weather; this place is no fun when it rains. But when it’s sunny, it’s an extraordinary journey through time as you stroll along ...Read more
  2. Oresund Bridge

    4.6 (1666 Votes)
    Oresund Bridge

    Off Beaten Path, Scenic Drive, Bridge

    It’s sad that more people haven’t heard of this bridge. Eight kilometres long, this most elegant and slender looking construct is more of a bridge-tunnel. A train runs through it, in what ,ost people feel is a dissapointingly short ride. Good things come in small packages. So whether you want to let your Ferrari rip through on the asphalt, or take the more relaxed train, this will b...Read more
  3. Christainborg Palace

    4.5 (1836 Votes)
    Christainborg Palace

    Bridge, Palace, Theatre

    This is the only building in the the world to host all three branches of government: executive, judicial and legislative. Some parts of the building are still perused by the royalty. The main attractions here are the lavish Royal Reception Rooms, the thousand year old Ruins beneath the Palace, the Palace Chapel, the Court Theatre and the beautiful pavilions and marble bridge. Try scheduling the...Read more
  4. Jarmers Taarn

    3.7 (2 Votes)
    Jarmers Taarn

    Tower

    Originally a part of the Copenhagen moat, Jarmers Taarn is now the only remaining ruin of the former 11 towers that were joined together and were used as a fortification for the medieval city of Copenhagen. The tower dates back to the 16th century and was named after Jaromar II of Rügen who was known for getting involved withthe Bishop’s seat and the rulers of Copenhagen. He played a...Read more
  5. Botanical Garden

    Garden, Botanical Garden, Walking Area, Nature

    This collection of historical greenhouses operated by the University Of Copenhagen serves much recreational, scientific and educational purpose. It’s lovely enough to simply walk around the place, enjoying the atmosphere without looking too closely at things. The interiors of the glasshouses make such a dramatic change from the outside, that even little children are stunned into silence, ...Read more
  6. Geological Museum

    4.1 (618 Votes)
    Geological Museum

    Educational Site, Specialty Museum

    At the Geological Museum you can investigate and uncover progressively about the Solar system and the Earth, and the powers of nature which have formed our own particular planet and life upon it through a large number of years. You can see minerals from everywhere on the planet, one of the planet's best shooting star gatherings, a bit of the moon carried home by Apollo 17, fossilised creatures,...Read more
  7. Kastellet

    4.5 (1048 Votes)
    Kastellet

    Walking Area, Architecture , Heritage Building, Windmill

    Kastellet is one of the most well-preserved star shaped forts in Northern Europe. It is developed in the type of a pentagram with bastions at its corners. Kastellet has been designed with the ring of bastioned bulwarks which used to enclose Copenhagen. Today, only the defenses of Christianshavn remain today. Various edifices are placed inside the grounds of Kastellet, incorporating a chapel in ...Read more
  8. Copenhagen Zoo

    4.4 (2663 Votes)
    Copenhagen Zoo

    Wildlife Park, Zoo, Walking Area, Restaurant

    This rainforest zoo in Copenhagen houses over 3,000 animals, which together form around 260 exciting species. Whatever the weather this place offers tropical experiences in the Tropical Zoo. Snakes, crocodiles, marmosets, hornbills, dwarf deer, free-flying birds and butterflies are just some of the animals you can experience in this zoo. Visitors to this zoo will have a common refrain on their ...Read more
  9. Bellevue Beach

    4.3 (34 Votes)
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    Beach

    Bellevue Beach is a 700-metre-long sandy beach which is the perfect place to head on during summers. Bellevue Beach is clean and has been maintained well for the convenience of the tourists and locals. You can spend lots of time sitting quietly on the beach and gazing at the vast sea and you won’t get bored even for a moment. The atmosphere here is very lively and you can play sand volley...Read more
  10. Copenhagen University

    4.3 (6 Votes)
    Copenhagen University

    Educational Site, University

    Established in the 15th century, the Copenhagen University is the oldest university in the country and the second oldest place for higher education in Scandinavia- coming second to Uppsala University. Copenhagen University (Kobenhavns Universitet) is famous for its prestigious alumni- 8 of which have earned Nobel Prizes and 1 alumni has been awarded the Turing Award.  If this is not enough...Read more
  11. Gammeltorv

    Landmark, Square

    Gammeltorv is the oldest square in Copenhagen and dates back to the 12th century. Most of the buildings that line the square were built after the Great Fire of 1795 and were designed in Neoclassical style. Throughout its history, the square was a prominent place for judicial and political events and many of the city halls were located right here too- the first City Hall being damaged during the...Read more
  12. Slotsholmen

    4.5 (2 Votes)
    Slotsholmen

    Island

    The Slotsholmen is an Island where Bishop Absolon built the city’s first Castle in 1167. The island is considered as the centre of Denmark’s Government since the middle ages and needless to say, it was considered one of the power capitals in the country. Today, the island is famous for Christiansborg Palace (that accommodates the Danish Parliament, The Supreme Court, State rooms of ...Read more
  13. Ocean Quay Cruise Port

    4.1 (4 Votes)
    Ocean Quay Cruise Port

    Port

    Ocean Quay Cruise Port is one of the three terminals that serve the city of Copenhagen. It is preferred by travelers as the port is well-connected to the city as well as to the international airport. There are plenty of signs around to help you navigate to your cruise’s location without any hassle and workers are also helpful. Amenities like free Wi-Fi are also available at Ocean Quay Cru...Read more
  14. Kissing Bridge

    4.5 (1 Vote)
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    Landmark, Bridge

    If there is any place that turns into a surreal experience in Copenhagen, it is taking a walk on the Inner Harbour Bridge. The bridge that extends for 180 meters joins the Nyhavn and the Christianshavn area of the city and is used as a pedestrian as well as a biking way and is loved for the gorgeous view of the city’s skyline. After dark, the whole bridge lights up the dark terrain and is...Read more
  15. Lur Blower Column

    4.4 (1 Vote)
    Lur Blower Column

    Landmark, Statue

    The Lur Blower Column consist of a bronze statue placed at the City Hall square that depicts two men playing Lurs- a long blowing horn, placed on top of a column that stands at a height of 20 meters! The column was created by Siegfried Wagner in 1913 and is one of the distinct features of the square. The statue juxtaposes with the adjoining busy road but is still loved for its subtle hint of Co...Read more