DR Koncerthuset: Copenhagen’s Modern Masterpiece for Music
A visionary concert hall in Copenhagen, DR Koncerthuset offers breathtaking architecture and acclaimed acoustics for unforgettable music experiences.
The DR Koncerthuset is a striking architectural gem nestled in Copenhagen’s Amager district, designed by renowned architect Jean Nouvel. Opened in 2009 and home to the Danish National Symphony Orchestra, this revered concert hall is famed for its bold blue façade and world-class acoustics, inviting guests to experience everything from classical symphonies to cutting-edge contemporary performances in one of Scandinavia’s premier music venues.
A brief summary to Aalborg Station
- John F. Kennedys Pl. 3, Aalborg, Aalborg Centrum, 9000, DK
- +4570131415
- Visit website
Local tips
- Arrive early to explore the striking architecture and upper-level foyer views—don’t miss the chance to photograph the blue glass exterior at sunset.
- Check the performance calendar well in advance, as popular concerts frequently sell out.
- Guided tours are available and offer fascinating behind-the-scenes stories about the design and acoustics.
- Wardrobe service is complimentary, ideal for winter visits.
- There’s an on-site restaurant and bar; consider booking a table to complement your concert evening.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The concert hall is easily accessible from central Copenhagen via the metro. Alight at the prominent international station serving the Amager district, where the building’s distinctive blue-glass cube stands out amid modern development. The journey typically takes 10–15 minutes, with a single adult ticket costing around DKK 24. The area is wheelchair accessible and signage inside the transit hub guides you directly to the entrance.
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Taxi
A taxi ride from the city center brings you to the concert hall in approximately 8–15 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect the fare to range from DKK 120–160. Look for the distinctive silhouette of the concert hall as you approach the cluster of shimmering towers in Amager’s Ørestad area. Dedicated drop-off areas are available near the entrance.
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Driving
Visitors arriving by car will find underground parking beneath the adjacent plaza, though spaces can fill quickly before major performances. Parking averages DKK 25–30 per hour. The concert hall sits within the contemporary Ørestad development, with clear signage in the area leading visitors to the main entrance.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Old City Hall
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Aalborg’s tiny Baroque town hall on Gammeltorv, where a vivid yellow façade, royal motto and intimate interiors tell the story of centuries of civic life.
Aalborgtårnet
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A classic 1930s steel tower lifted above a wooded hill, Aalborgtårnet combines a thrilling outdoor elevator ride with 360° views and a cosy sky-high bistro.
Limfjordsbroen
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Historic bascule bridge linking Aalborg and Nørresundby, offering everyday Danish life, harbor views, sea air and classic Limfjord light in all seasons.
Limfjordstunnelen
2.9 km
Denmark's pioneering underwater motorway tunnel connecting North Jutland's vital regions since 1969.
Selskabet for Aalborgs Historie
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Troldeskoven
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Lille Vildmose
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Rold Forest
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Lille Vildmosecentret
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Naturstyrelsen
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Springkilden
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Madum Lake
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Rold Skov
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Unmissable attractions to see
Banegårdspladsen
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Aalborg’s busy station forecourt and everyday meeting point, where trains, buses and city life converge on the square named for John F. Kennedy.
De Syngende Træer (Park of Music)
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A leafy hall of fame where international stars have planted trees that play their music, turning Aalborg’s Kildeparken into a gently singing city oasis.
Kennedy Arkaden
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Compact city-center arcade in Aalborg, combining everyday shopping, casual dining and the city’s largest cinema right beside the main station.
Kildeparken
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Historic Kildeparken is Aalborg’s leafy cultural stage, where classical art, singing trees, lakeside calm and carnival energy share the same central-city green space.
Boulevarden
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A broad, café‑lined pedestrian street at the heart of Aalborg, where everyday city life, relaxed shopping and easy people‑watching come together in one walkable stretch.
Aalborgmanden
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Compact granite sculpture in central Aalborg, Aalborgmanden quietly embodies the city’s historic trading spirit and enduring civic pride on lively Boulevarden.
Street Art Mural - Nändo Väzquez
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A vivid Nändo Väzquez mural splashes bold color across a central Aalborg streetscape, turning an ordinary wall on Danmarksgade into a small but striking urban landmark.
Hjelmerstald
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Gåsepigen af Gerhard Henning
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A small bronze girl and her unruly goose bringing poetic calm to busy Vesterbro, Gåsepigen is Aalborg’s charming 1937 fountain sculpture and urban landmark.
Gråbrødrekloster Museum
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Step three metres beneath Aalborg’s busiest shopping street into an in situ medieval monastery, where ruins, burials and artefacts reveal the city’s deep past.
Budolfi Church
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Aalborg’s snow‑white cathedral, where Gothic stone, Baroque woodwork and a singing carillon weave a thousand years of seafaring, faith and city life into one intimate space.
Church of Our Lady
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Thousand-year faith on a city square: a Romanesque Revival church with medieval carvings, noble chapels and a calm interior in the heart of old Aalborg.
Aalborg Historical Museum
0.6 km
Aalborg's thousand-year story told through Renaissance interiors, Viking artifacts, and industrial heritage.
Budolfihaven
0.6 km
Aalborg's verdant heart where medieval cathedral bells mark time and history meets contemporary urban life.
Urbans Kælder
0.6 km
An atmospheric underground chamber in Aalborg’s Hasseris district, where brick, earth and greenery meet to create a small but memorable blend of history, legend and open‑air culture.
Essential places to dine
Gastronomia Napolitana
0.1 km
Authentic Neapolitan pizzas with crispy crusts and fresh ingredients in cozy central Aalborg.
Helmut Aalborg
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Modern brunch, dinner and cocktails under one roof in central Aalborg, blending casual dining, social drinking and late‑night energy in a single stylish venue.
Bistro59
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Intimate French bistro in Aalborg's heart, serving authentic cuisine with impeccable technique and curated wines.
Taverna Zorba Aalborg
0.3 km
Cozy Greek taverna in the heart of Aalborg, serving generous plates, warm hospitality and a splash of Mediterranean atmosphere on relaxed Nordic evenings.
The South Indian Aalborg
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A cosy Aalborg Centrum restaurant serving bold South Indian curries, biryani and parotta, with plentiful vegetarian and vegan choices in a relaxed setting.
Caféministeriet
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Casual all‑day café and restaurant on Mølle Plads in central Aalborg, known for generous brunches, modern comfort food and a lively, laid‑back urban atmosphere.
Den Bette Kro
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Traditional Danish smørrebrød, hearty kro cooking and a warm, red-tablecloth atmosphere in the very heart of Aalborg.
Mortens Kro Restaurant & Boutique hotel
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Fine dining and intimate suites under one roof in central Aalborg, where contemporary Nordic cuisine and spa-touched boutique comfort create a full gourmet getaway.
Det Glade Vanvid - Aalborg
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All-inclusive gourmet dining where seasonal excellence meets informal elegance in Aalborg's heart.
Café Peace
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Lively all‑day café and restaurant on Aalborg’s Boulevarden, serving generous brunches, casual bistro dishes and drinks with prime street‑side terrace seating.
SanGiovanni
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Atmospheric basement Italian restaurant celebrated for ingredient quality, classical technique, and wine expertise.
Restaurant Emil
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Award-winning Nordic seafood in the heart of Aalborg, pairing ultra-fresh Strandby catch with seasonal flavors, intimate ambience and thoughtful tasting menus.
Caspars
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Healthy bowls, bright juices and sourdough toasts with an Asian twist, served fast and casual on lively Algade in the very centre of Aalborg.
TraPo
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Duus Vinkjælder
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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TheNewNew
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Rituals
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NORMAL Aalborg, Algade
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Everyday essentials and branded goods at fixed low prices in Aalborg's largest NORMAL store.
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Contemporary fashion hub in Aalborg's shopping district, featuring statement denim and trend-forward basics.
MSCH Copenhagen
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Comfort-first menswear engineered for modern life, where Scandinavian design meets advanced fabric innovation.
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Playful weight-based vintage shopping in central Aalborg, where European second-hand style, sustainability and treasure-hunt browsing all come together by the kilo.
Billig-Billy. Costumes and dollar store
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Flying Tiger Copenhagen
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Guld&Rod
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Salling Department Store
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Kontiki Bar
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London Pub
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Quist Wine v/Lene Quist Berggreen
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Gl. Aalborg
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Vingaards Bar
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Douro Wine Bar
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Cozy Portuguese wine hideaway in central Aalborg, pairing hand-picked Douro bottles with relaxed tapas, candlelight and unhurried evening conversations.
D'Wine Bar
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Zwei Grosse Bierbars Aalborg ApS
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Hjerter Dame ApS
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Cosy brown-bar charm in the heart of Aalborg, where local beer, fair prices and intimate, wood-panelled surroundings create an easy-going evening retreat.
Cozy Bar Aalborg
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A snug, no‑nonsense bar in central Aalborg, perfect for relaxed drinks, conversational evenings and a budget‑friendly pause between the city’s livelier nightspots.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Night Cirque
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LouLou Aalborg
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Club Stygge
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ESCAPE CLUB & Shisha Lounge
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Club Wolf
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C Night Club
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Craft cocktails meet dance floor energy on Aalborg's premier nightlife street.
CLUB MOONLIGHT Aalborgs dansested for voksne
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Adult‑only dance bar in central Aalborg, mixing 80s, 90s, 00s and current hits with cocktails and late‑night energy in an intimate courtyard setting.
Rocken
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Aalborg's premier basement rock and metal nightclub, hosting live bands and DJ sets Friday through Sunday.
Casino Aalborg
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Mjølner
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Small-town Nibe’s late-night heartbeat, where a compact dance floor, loud party tunes and local crowds turn a quiet fjord town into a lively night out.
Mariager Fjord Golf
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Mariager Sejlklub
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Buddy Holly
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Late-night disco hub in central Hobro, where locals and visitors pack the dance floor to chart hits, lights and drinks until the early hours.
Jazz Hobro
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Flying Hirsch
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