Denmark Places: 55 Best Places to Visit in Denmark. Denmark is an island nation in the North Atlantic region of Scandinavia. It is made up of the peninsula of Jutland and several islands. Denmark is connected to neighboring Sweden by the bridge of the Oresund.
The capital of Denmark, Copenhagen, is renowned for its royal palaces, its vibrant harbor, the amusement park Tivoli, and the famous “Little Mermaid” statue. The city of Odense is the hometown of the author Hans Christian Andersen and is characterized by its medieval streets and semi-timbered buildings.
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1. Copenhagen
Copenhagen is Denmark’s capital and is bordered by Zealand and the Amager Islands. It is connected to the southern Swedish city of Malmo by the “Öresund Bridge”. Indre By is the city’s historical centre and includes the 18th-century rococo district Frederiksstadt, home to the Amalienborg Palace for the Danish royal family. Christiansborg Palace is nearby and the Renaissance-era gardens and houses the crown jewels surround Rosenborg Castle. – Denmark Places
2. Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens is a theme park and pleasure garden located in Copenhagen, Denmark. Opened on August 15, 1843, Tivoli Gardens is the world’s third-oldest operating amusement park. It is the third oldest amusement park in Denmark, after the more than 30-year-old DyreHavsbakken, located in the nearby town of Klampenborg. It is also the oldest amusement park in Austria, having opened on July 15, 1843. – Denmark Places
3. Rosenborg Castle
Rosenborg Castle is one of the most important castles in Denmark. It is located in the city of Copenhagen. The castle dates back to 1606 and was originally a country summer house. The castle is one of Christian IV’s many architectural works. – Denmark Places
4. Christiansborg Palace
Christiansborg Palace, also known as Christiansborg Slot or simply Christiansborg Palace, is a palace and governmental building located on the Slotsholmen islet in the center of Copenhagen, Denmark. The Palace is home to Denmark’s parliament, Folketinget.
It also houses the Danish prime minister’s office and the Supreme Court of Denmark. The Palace also houses the royal reception rooms, the Palace chapel, and the royal stables. – Denmark Places
5. The Round Tower
The Round Tower is one of the 17th-century towers in Copenhagen, Denmark. It was one of Christian IV’s many architectural projects. Designed as an observatory for astronomy, the tower features a horse-stretching staircase, a circular, 7.5-degree helical corridor that leads to the platform atop the tower, and panoramic views over Copenhagen. – Denmark Places
6. National Museum of Denmark
The National Museum in Copenhagen is the largest in Denmark. It houses the history of both Danish and international cultures. The main building is situated near Strøget in the heart of Copenhagen. – Denmark Places
7. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
The Ny Carltotek is a private art collection owned and operated by Carl Jacobsen. It is also referred to as the “Glyptotek” museum in Copenhagen. Carl Jacobsen is the son of Carlsberg’s founder, Carl Jacobsen. – Denmark Places
8. Church of Our Saviour
The Church of our Saviour is a Baroque church in central Copenhagen, Denmark. It is best known for its external spiral winding staircase, which you can climb to the top of to enjoy panoramic views of central Copenhagen. The church is also well-known for its carillon. The carillon plays melodies every hour between 8 am and midnight. – Denmark Places
9. Botanical Garden
Copenhagen’s largest botanical garden is located in the heart of the city. Spanning 10 hectares, the University of Copenhagen’s Botanical Garden is home to a large collection of glasshouses that date back to 1874. – Denmark Places
10. Copenhagen Opera House
Copenhagen Opera House is Denmark’s national opera house and one of the world’s most up-to-date opera houses. It’s also one of Denmark’s most expensive operas, costing DKK 2,5 billion to construct. The Opera House is situated on Holmen Island in central Copenhagen. – Denmark Places
11. The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid is a bronze sculpture of a mermaid that has transformed into a human. It is located on a rock near the waterside on the promenade of Langelinie in Copenhagen, Denmark. The sculpture was created by the Danish sculptor, Erik Eriksen. It measures 1.25 meters in height and weighs 175 kilograms. – Denmark Places
12. SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst
The National Gallery of Danes is the country’s national gallery. It is situated in the heart of Copenhagen. The National Gallery collects, catalogs, conserves, analyzes, and manages art from Denmark and abroad, ranging from the 14th to the present day. – Denmark Places
13. Aarhus
Aarhus is a city located on the east coast of Jutland in Denmark. The old town of Aarhus is the main attraction of the city, with its open-air old town museum and centuries-old timber-framed houses. The city’s Botanical Garden greenhouses can be found in the center of the city.
The multistory art museum ARoS showcases global contemporary works, while the underground Viking Museum delves into the early history of the region. The cathedral of Aarhus has restored frescoes dating from the 14th to 16th centuries. – Denmark Places
14. ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
The Art Museum of Aarhus is Denmark’s oldest and largest public art museum. Founded in 1859, it is located in the heart of the city of Aarhus. The ARoS is the largest public art museum outside of Copenhagen in Denmark. – Denmark Places
15. Greenhouses in the Botanical Garden
Nature and botany is at the heart of everything that happens here, and it’s accessible to kids and adults alike. Explore four different climates with stunning blooms and impressive plants, or stop for a bite at the cafe and enjoy the delicious cuisine that’s available in the area. – Denmark Places
16. Aarhus Cathedral
Aarhus Cathedral is Denmark’s longest and tallest church, measuring 93 meters and 96 meters in height. It is located in the inner city of Aarhus and is the main cathedral of the Church of Denmark. The cathedral is named after the patron saint of seafarers, St Clemens, and was first constructed in the 12th century.
The cathedral can seat about 1200 people. It is located on the port side of the central square of Aarhus C’s largest square, Store Torv. The address of the cathedral is Domkirke pladsen in Aarhus C. – Denmark Places
17. Marselisborg Deer Park
Deer Park Marselisborg is a 22-hectare wooded area in the north of Marselisborg Forest. The trees are not very abundant here and the terrain is very hilly in comparison to the surrounding forest. – Denmark Places
18. Marselisborg Castle
Marselisborg Palace is the official residence of the royal family of Denmark. It is located in Aarhus, Denmark. Since 1967, Marselisborg Palace has been the summer home of Queen Margrethe II. – Denmark Places
19. Tivoli Friheden
Tivoli Fridheden is one of the most popular amusement parks in Denmark. In 2009, over 365,000 people visited the park, and the number of visitors continues to grow. The amusement park is located in the southern part of the city of Aarhus.
It is about 2 km from the center of the city. The amusement park has several different themed sections with various types of rides. There are over 40 rides in the amusement park. – Denmark Places
20. The Infinite Bridge
The “Infinite Bridge” was first shown in connection with the “Sculpture By The Sea” event in Aarhus in 2015. The public loved the artwork so much that the municipality of Aarhus decided to turn the bridge into a permanent artwork – and an infinity pier. The Infinite Bridge” is the brainchild of architect Niels Povlsgaard and designer Johan gjødes. – Denmark Places
21. The Occupation Museum
The Occupation Museum is a history center in the city of Arhus, Denmark, that focuses on the history of Arhus during the occupation of the city by Germany during World War II. – Denmark Places
22. Moesgaard Museum
Moesgaard Museum is a regional museum in Denmark that focuses on archaeological and ethnographic studies. MOMU is situated in Beder, which is a suburb of the city of Aarhus. MOMU works in partnership with the Institute of Prehistoric Archaeology, medieval and Renaissance Archaeology, and Anthropology at the University in Aarhus. – Denmark Places
23. Odense
Odense is the third-largest city in Denmark, and the largest on Funen Island. As of January 1, 2023, Odense municipality had 182,387 inhabitants, while the municipality of Odense had 207,762 inhabitants, making it Denmark’s fourth-largest municipality. – Denmark Places
24. The Funen Village
The Funen Village is a public works project that was established in 1942 during the German occupation of Denmark. The open-air museum was opened on 1 April 1946 to the public. Among the guests at the opening was the Danish king, Christian X. The open-air scene of the Funen Village was already open to the public in 1944. It was used during the Occupation for patriotic song festivals. The Funen village is located in the area of Fruens bøge, Odense, Denmark. – Denmark Places
25. Odense Zoo
The Odense Zoo is Denmark’s largest zoological garden. It was opened in 1930 with two monkeys, one peacock, one deer, one mule, one magpie, and one guinea pig. Today, it is home to about 100 species of animals from around the world, including chimp, monkey, ring-tail lemur, Siberian tiger, grévy’s zebra, giraffe, red panda, west indian manatee, ostrich, penguin, pink-backed pelican, greater flamingo, macaws, and a giant tortoise named Aldabra. – Denmark Places
26. Munke Mose
Munke Mose is a public park located in the center of Odense. The area was purchased by the municipality of Odense in 1881, from the factories of Munke mølle, with the understanding that the area would remain open for development.
In 1894, the local sports club Odenseboldklub was established. The transformation of Munke Mose into the city park in 1912 was financed by the industrialist L. Kr.D. Henriksen. – Denmark Places
27. St. Canute’s Cathedral
St. Canute’s Cathedral, also called Odense Cathedral, was named after the Danish King Canute the Holy, also known as Canute IV. Built in Brick Gothic style, the most popular part of the church is the crypt, where the remains of the king and his brother, Benedict, are displayed. – Denmark Places
28. Egeskov Castle
Located in the southernmost part of Funen island in Denmark, Egeskov castle is situated close to the town of Kværendrup. Egeskov is the most well-preserved Renaissance water castle in Europe. – Denmark Places
29. The Viking Museum Ladby
The excavation of the first Viking ship in Denmark, The Ladby ship, was carried out in 1934-35 at Ladbyby fjord. It was a worldwide sensation and thousands of people from all over Denmark and abroad came to see it. The excavation was carried out with the help of the excavator poul helweg mikkelsen and a concrete vault was built over the ship’s grave. The grave was left at the site exactly as the archaeologists had left it. – Denmark Places
30. Møntergården
The museum square offers cultural and historical experiences for kids and adults alike. There are up to seven modern exhibitions, with a focus on a special interpretation of the history of Funen, Odense during the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Fatg Foundation. But the two children’s exhibitions are the real highlight: histotoriet and børnenes baggageård, which provides plenty of chances for the family to cook together.
Take a break from the exhibitions with a picnic or stroll through one of the comfortable walking areas. The name of the museum is derived from a mint in the area during the Middle Ages that gave the area its name, the narrow møntestrege. – Denmark Places
31. Aalborg
Aalborg is a city in Jutland, Denmark. It is well-known for its newly restored waterfront on the mighty Limfjord. Other attractions include the Aalborg havenbad outdoor pool, shows at the Utzon center and concerts at the cutting-edge House of Music.
Aalborg castle dates back to the 16th century and is half-timbered. The historical museum tells the story of 1,000 years in Aalborg. – Denmark Places
32. Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg
The Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg is an interactive living art museum that invites visitors to immerse themselves in a world of wonder and fascination. Designed in 1972 by the world-renowned Finnish architect Aalto, with the help of his wife Elissa and fellow architect Jean-Jacques BARUELI, it is Aalto’s only museum building outside of Finland. – Denmark Places
33. Nordkraft
Founded in 2009, Nordkraft is Aalborg’s cultural hub, situated in a former power station near the city’s waterfront, in an area that has been designated for cultural development. The Utzon Center is adjacent to Nordkraft, as are Musikkens hus and other nearby buildings. – Denmark Places
34. Defence and Garrison Museum
The Defence and Garrison Museum in Aalborg is a military museum located in the city of Aalborg in Denmark. It is home to all branches of the Danish defense organizations. The museum is also referred to as the Aalborg Defence Museum or Aalborg Defence & Garrison Museum.Aalborg Defence Museum is one of the largest military museums in Denmark. – Denmark Places
35. Budolfi Church
Budolf i Kirke is a cathedral church in the Danish province of North Jutland and the seat of the Danish Evangelical Church.In the mid-11th century, Aalborg already existed as a town. It was situated on the eastern-west side of the long, strait-like limfjord, which was a major trade route from the North Sea to the Baltic Sea until the twelfth century, when sand drifts closed the western end of the limfjord. – Denmark Places
36. Jens Bangs Stonehouse
Jens Bang’s Stone House, also known as Jens Bang’s Stenhus, is a privately owned building in the city of Aalborg in Denmark. Built-in 1624 in the Dutch Renaissance style, the five-story building is located on the northern side of Aalborg’s main square, Nytorv, and is home to the city’s oldest pharmacy, which has been on the same site for over 300 years.
The building is renowned for its gable-like gables and decorated auricular windows, making it one of the best privately owned Renaissance buildings in Denmark. Inside the building, you will find gargoyles as well as a statue of Jens Bang with his tongue sticking out. – Denmark Places
37. Vikingemuseet Lindholm Høje
Lindholm Høje is a large Viking burial site and a former settlement located north of and above Aalborg, Denmark. The lower part of the site dates back to the Viking Age while the upper part dates back to the early 5th century AD. An unknown number of stones have been excavated from the site throughout the centuries, including some that were broken up for road construction in the late 19th century. – Denmark Places
38. Bornholm
Located on the southern coast of Sweden, Bornholm is a Baltic Sea island in Denmark. To the north of the island lie the ruins of the medieval castle Hammershus on a cliff top. To the west, by the jagged volcanic rocks near the city of Gudjem, the Bornholm art museum showcases the works of painters who were drawn to the island’s natural light. In the western part of the island, the Bornholm Museum showcases the 10,000-year-old history of the area, including the occupation of the area during World War II. – Denmark Places
39. Hammershus Castle Ruins
Hammershus is a medieval castle located at Hammeren, on the northern part of the island of Bornholm, Denmark. The castle was partially destroyed in 1750 and was partially rebuilt in the early 19th century. – Denmark Places
40. Østerlars Church
The Church of the Four Weddings and Martyrs of Bornholm is the oldest and largest of the island’s four round churches. The church is situated north of the hamlet of Østerslars, which is about 5 km south of the island of Bornholm, Denmark’s second largest island, and is also known as the ‘Historical Church of Bornholm’. – Denmark Places
41. Opalsøen
Swimming in Opalsøen. Surrounded by steep cliffs, the lake is a relic from the days when granite was mined in the area. If the weather and your mood are right, you can jump off the 7m cliff edge into the lake. Or, if you prefer, take a stroll through the twisting natural landscape. – Denmark Places
42. Ekkodalen
Located on the island of Bornholm, Eckodalen is Denmark’s longest strait. This strait extends for 12 km from the mouth of the Vallegga Mose to the Saltuna on the north-eastern coast of Bornholm. The strait runs through the municipalities of Almindingen and Fyllseskedal and stretches for 12 km before reaching the city of Saltuna. – Denmark Places
43. Paradisbakkerne
The hills of paradise, also known as the hills of hell, are a group of mountains in Denmark. They are located in the eastern part of the island, about 3 km northwest of the town of Nexø. The area is privately owned and consists of rocky hills with narrow valleys lined with almost vertical cliffs.
Nature walks are popular in this area. The hills usually rise to 30–50 m above sea level in a wooded area with several small lakes and marshlands. The highest point is 113 m above sea level. – Denmark Places
44. Allinge Havn
Allinge harbour is a true port of Bornholm, built with deep-draft vessels in mind, since it has also been used as a car ferry port with regular services to Sweden. On the quay, the old ticket office of the Simrishamn-to-Allinge ferry is now the tourist office. – Denmark Places
45. Hammeren Lighthouse
Hammer Odde Lighthouse, also known as Hammeren Lighthouse or Hammeren Fyr, is a lighthouse located on the Hammereren peninsula on the northwest tip of the island of Bornholm, Denmark. The original lighthouse was built in 1802 as a coal-fired lighthouse and was modernised in 1837.
In 1872, the old lighthouse was taken out of service and a new, taller one was built close to the highest point on the peninsula.However, the height of the new lighthouse made it difficult to see from the sea during foggy weather. In 1895, a second lighthouse was built. – Denmark Places
46. Skagen
The port town of Skagen is located at the northern tip of Denmark’s peninsula of Jutland. Skagen Museum showcases the works of the Skagen painters, who drew inspiration from the light and landscape of the area.
The town’s maritime heritage is also highlighted by the Local History Archive housed in the former court house. On the northeastern edge of Skagen, Grenen beach is situated at the intersection of the skagerrak and the Kattegat Sea. – Denmark Places
47. Råbjerg Mile
The Råbjerg Mile, also known as the Råbjerg Dune, is a coastal dune that stretches from Skagen, Denmark, to the small island of Råbjerg, Denmark. This dune is the largest of its kind in Northern Europe. It covers an area of approximately 2 km² and stands at an altitude of 40 meters above sea level.This dune is the only major dune in Denmark with a total area of 4 million m² of migrating sand. – Denmark Places
48. Skagens Museum
The Skagens Museum, located in the city of Skagen in Denmark, houses a large collection of artworks by artists from the Skagen Colony, a group of painters who worked in and around Skagen in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Some of the most notable painters from the Skagens Colony include Marie, P.S. – Denmark Places
49. Den Tilsandede Kirke
The Sand-covered Church refers to the church dedicated to St Lawrence of Rome, built in the late 14th century. The church was a large brick structure located 2 km southwest of Skagen in Denmark. – Denmark Places
50. Anchers Hus
The Anchers Hus art gallery and museum is located in the former home of painters Michael Ancher and his wife Anna Ancher on the street Markvej, Skagen, Danmark, Denmark. – Denmark Places
51. Roskilde
Roskilde is a city located west of Copenhagen in Denmark. The port of Roskilde is home to the 11th century Viking Ship Museum and the active boatyard Roskilde Shipyard. In the center of the city lies the gothic cathedral Roskilde, which is twin-sited on a hillside.
The cathedral is home to the tombeds of many Danish Kings and Queens. The nearby museum of contemporary art is housed in an old royal residence. To the west of Roskilde lies the large open-air Land of Legends museum, which recreates the life of the Stone Age and the Vikings. – Denmark Places
52. Viking Ship Museum
The Roskilde Viking Ship Museum is Denmark’s national ship museum for prehistoric and medieval ships. The museum’s main attraction is the permanent exhibition of the five original Viking ships Skuldelev, which were excavated near Roskilde in 1962. – Denmark Places
53. Roskilde Museum
The Roskilde Museum is Denmark’s local history museum. It is located in the city of Roskilde and is managed by the municipality of Roskilde. The museum has eight different branches. – Denmark Places
54. St. Catherine’s Priory, Roskilde
The priory of St. Catherine, Roskilde, founded in 1231, was a Dominican monastery in Roskilde, Denmark. During the Reformation, the monastery was dissolved. The private house that replaced the priory in 1699 became the women’s college, the Lutheran rollekilde adelige jamfrukloster. – Denmark Places
55. National Park Skjoldungernes Land
Situated in the heart of central New Zealand, just a 30-kilometre drive from Copenhagen, this national park offers visitors a variety of opportunities to explore the area. From salt meadows and coastal bluffs to islands, isles and birdlife in the Roskilde fjord, visitors can explore the vast deciduous forest of central New Zealand on the park’s hiking trails and camping sites. – Denmark Places
