Long weekend in Copenhagenn
Sightseeing
Kastellet is a well maintained star fortification. In the 19th century it has been used as a prison and was later taken over by German forces during the second World War. The area comprise of a Dutch-style windmill, a citadel with grassy battlements. The area can be accessed through on of the two bridges that connect it to the rest of the city.
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Kastellet
1 Gl. Hovedvagt, KastelletKastellet is a well maintained star fortification. In the 19th century it has been used as a prison and was later taken over by German forces during the second World War. The area comprise of a Dutch-style windmill, a citadel with grassy battlements. The area can be accessed through on of the two bridges that connect it to the rest of the city.
Copenhagen’s largest fountain which represents the Norse goddess Gefion and a group of oxen. The fountain is surrounded by traditional canons and Neo-Gothic St. Albans Church as well as scenic views.
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Gefionin suihkulähde
Copenhagen’s largest fountain which represents the Norse goddess Gefion and a group of oxen. The fountain is surrounded by traditional canons and Neo-Gothic St. Albans Church as well as scenic views.
It is small and very popular attraction amongs tourists. A definite must see bronze sculpture is based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales.
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Pieni merenneito
LangelinieIt is small and very popular attraction amongs tourists. A definite must see bronze sculpture is based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales.
Winter residence of the Danish royal family. The complex is comprised of 4 buildings with an octagonal courtyard. Make sure to visit this place at 12 when daily change of guards takes place. Also pay attention to the flags at the top of each of the 4 buildings. If the flag is up it means that a part of the Royal Family is at home.
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Amalienborgin linna
5 Amalienborg SlotspladsWinter residence of the Danish royal family. The complex is comprised of 4 buildings with an octagonal courtyard. Make sure to visit this place at 12 when daily change of guards takes place. Also pay attention to the flags at the top of each of the 4 buildings. If the flag is up it means that a part of the Royal Family is at home.
Just around the corner from Amalienbord is Marble Church. This is the largest dome church in Scandinavia which features phenomenal artwork inside. If you are lucky you may be able to get a ticket for the tour of the dome at 13.
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Fredrikin kirkko
4 FrederiksgadeJust around the corner from Amalienbord is Marble Church. This is the largest dome church in Scandinavia which features phenomenal artwork inside. If you are lucky you may be able to get a ticket for the tour of the dome at 13.
You have seen this place before on a postcard. Once a neighborhood of drunks, and prostitutes has undergone a complete turnaround by 1980s. The lovely pastel coloured old buldings around the canal are full of cafes and restaurants. The restaurants mostly specialize in serving traditional and overpriced danish food.
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Nyhavn 17
17 NyhavnYou have seen this place before on a postcard. Once a neighborhood of drunks, and prostitutes has undergone a complete turnaround by 1980s. The lovely pastel coloured old buldings around the canal are full of cafes and restaurants. The restaurants mostly specialize in serving traditional and overpriced danish food.
Christiansborg houses the Folketing (Danish Parliament) and the Prime Minister’s Office. Many areas of the palace are open to visitors.
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Christiansborgin palatsi
1 Prins Jørgens GårdChristiansborg houses the Folketing (Danish Parliament) and the Prime Minister’s Office. Many areas of the palace are open to visitors.
Rundetaarn (The Round Tower) is situated in the Latin Quarter and is a 36-meter high structure dating back to 1642. The tower is famous for its cobbled spiral walkway.
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The Round Tower
52A KøbmagergadeRundetaarn (The Round Tower) is situated in the Latin Quarter and is a 36-meter high structure dating back to 1642. The tower is famous for its cobbled spiral walkway.
Copenhagen’s main shopping area is full of shops, cafes and restaurants. As you walk in the direction of Kongens Nytorv shops become more exclusive. Along this street you will also find one of Copenhagen prime department Stores Illum.
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Strøget
29 StrøgetCopenhagen’s main shopping area is full of shops, cafes and restaurants. As you walk in the direction of Kongens Nytorv shops become more exclusive. Along this street you will also find one of Copenhagen prime department Stores Illum.
The architectural style is a blend of medival Danish architecture and Italian Renaissance. Inside you will find the Jens Olsen’s World Clock which is located in a room off the main foyer. The clock has 14,000 moving parts and one gear will take about 25,000 years to make a complete revolution.
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Kööpenhaminan kaupungintalo
1 RådhuspladsenThe architectural style is a blend of medival Danish architecture and Italian Renaissance. Inside you will find the Jens Olsen’s World Clock which is located in a room off the main foyer. The clock has 14,000 moving parts and one gear will take about 25,000 years to make a complete revolution.
Baroque church which was constructed in the late 17th century. Famous for its golden spire which will give you a great view of the city. The only way up that spire is outdoor stairs so not something recommended to those afraid of heights.
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Vapahtajamme kirkko
29 Sankt Annæ GadeBaroque church which was constructed in the late 17th century. Famous for its golden spire which will give you a great view of the city. The only way up that spire is outdoor stairs so not something recommended to those afraid of heights.
Food scene
Maybe a tourist trap but I really would not mind to over pay for the view and the lovelycakes you can get there
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Café Northern
61 ØstergadeMaybe a tourist trap but I really would not mind to over pay for the view and the lovelycakes you can get there