Best Landmarks near The Little Mermaid

Perched on a granite rock along Copenhagen’s Langelinie promenade, The Little Mermaid is a small bronze statue with outsized symbolic power. Sculpted by Edvard Eriksen and unveiled in 1913 as a gift from brewer Carl Jacobsen, she was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s 1837 fairy tale of love and sacrifice. Just 1.25m tall, this wistful mermaid gazing toward the harbor has become an enduring icon of Copenhagen and Danish storytelling, drawing visitors day and night to the waterfront.

The Maritime Monument stands as a solemn and dignified tribute to Danish seafarers in Copenhagen. Situated in a green urban setting, the monument blends nautical symbolism and evocative sculpture—inviting reflection on Denmark’s deep maritime history. It’s a favorite for both quiet contemplation and as a waypoint on a neighborhood walk.

Standing within the star-shaped fortress of Kastellet, this striking modernist monument honors Denmark's contributions to international peacekeeping and humanitarian missions since 1948. Surrounded by tranquil moat waters and lush ramparts, it uniquely commemorates the often-unsung diplomatic and military efforts that have shaped Denmark’s role on the global stage.

Poised along the breezy Langelinie promenade, the Iver Huitfeldt Memorial honors Denmark’s naval hero who perished heroically in the 1710 Battle of Køge Bay. This striking column, topped by a bronze figure of Victory, draws visitors with its grandeur, sea views, and evocative stories of sacrifice at the harbor’s edge. With its powerful naval motifs and tranquil park setting, it captures the spirit of Danish maritime pride.

Langelinie Park is Copenhagen's iconic waterfront destination stretching along the Øresund Strait in the Østerbro district. Home to the world-famous Little Mermaid statue, the park combines natural beauty with historical landmarks including the Gefion Fountain and Kastellet fortress. This 1-kilometer promenade, established in 1894, offers scenic harbor views, public art installations, and a peaceful atmosphere where locals and visitors alike enjoy leisurely walks, picnics, and cultural exploration.

Inugsuk is an iconic stone cairn monument standing on the Langelinie promenade in Copenhagen, Denmark. This striking inuksuk—a traditional Inuit stone landmark—was erected in 1998 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Adventures Club of Denmark and the legacy of explorer Peter Freuchen. Located near the famous Little Mermaid statue, it has become a beloved symbol of Arctic heritage and a popular photo spot for visitors exploring Copenhagen's waterfront.

Kastellet is a remarkably preserved 17th-century star fortress near Østerbro, Copenhagen. Surrounded by lush ramparts and moats, the fortress is still an active military site yet freely open to the public for exploration. Wander its pentagram-shaped walls, visit historic barracks, admire the windmill and striking entry gates—all while absorbing layers of Danish history.

A striking 10-foot sculpture made from reclaimed machine parts and scrap metal, ZinkGlobal depicts a contemplative figure sitting atop 'The Key to the Future.' Created by artist Kim Michael and installed in 2012 at Copenhagen's Nordre Toldbod waterfront, this unconventional artwork sparked debate among art critics but has become a beloved local landmark and meeting point. Inspired by Rodin's The Thinker, the piece celebrates inclusive, accessible art that invites interaction rather than distant admiration.

Set at the edge of Churchillparken by Copenhagen’s harbor, the Gefion Fountain is a monumental bronze and granite tableau of the Norse goddess Gefion driving four powerful oxen through cascades of water. Designed by sculptor Anders Bundgaard and inaugurated in 1908 as a gift from the Carlsberg Foundation, it dramatizes the legend of how the island of Zealand was plowed from Sweden. Surrounded by lawns, trees and views to Kastellet and St. Alban’s Church, it is both a mythic landmark and a peaceful urban pause.

St. Alban's Church, known locally as the English Church, is Copenhagen's only Anglican place of worship. Built between 1885 and 1887 by renowned architect Arthur Blomfield, this Gothic Revival gem sits in a peaceful park setting adjacent to the Kastellet citadel. The church's distinctive stonework—featuring limestone, knapped flint, and Åland stone—reflects traditional English ecclesiastical architecture. Its existence owes much to royal patronage: Princess Alexandra of Denmark, who married the Prince of Wales, championed the project and helped secure both funding and this picturesque location. Today it remains an active international Anglican community welcoming visitors and worshippers from around the world.