Frederiksholms Kanal: Waterside Elegance in the Heart of Copenhagen
Frederiksholms Kanal is a scenic, historic canal in central Copenhagen, lined with grand buildings, embassies, and stately bridges, offering quiet urban charm.
Frederiksholms Kanal, tracing the quiet, historic edge of Copenhagen’s central city, is a charming and photogenic canal renowned for its scenic water views and stately architecture. Lined with embassies, museums, and grand government buildings, it provides a tranquil escape into the cultural soul of the Danish capital. Whether strolling along its leafy banks, glimpsing the spires of Christiansborg Palace, or watching boats glide beneath stone bridges, visitors experience both the legacy and the everyday rhythms of Copenhagen.
A brief summary to Amaliehaven
- Toldbodgade, Copenhagen, Indre By, DK
- +4533954200
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring a camera—sunrise and sunset along the canal offer striking views of palace spires reflected in the water.
- Combine your canal stroll with a visit to nearby museums like the National Museum or the Thorvaldsens Museum.
- Benches along the canal provide perfect spots for a picnic or simply watching boats glide by.
- The area is flat and accessible, making it ideal for both walking and cycling.
Getting There
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Walking
Frederiksholms Kanal begins just steps from key city landmarks like City Hall and Tivoli Gardens. From the city’s main square, a pleasant 8–12-minute stroll through the cultural district brings you alongside the canal, with the spires of Christiansborg Palace providing an unmistakeable orientation point. Much of the route is pedestrian-friendly with benches and historic buildings lining the way, and the area is fully accessible by foot.
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Public Transport
Frederiksholms Kanal is within easy reach of major transport hubs in central Copenhagen. Both the Central Station and City Hall Square metro stop are a short ride away; from either, it’s less than a 10-minute ride on public transport (single fare 24 DKK for adults), followed by a brief walk past recognized landmarks into the heart of the canal district.
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Taxi
Taxis from central Copenhagen typically arrive at Frederiksholms Kanal in under 10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect fares to range from 70–120 DKK. Taxis can drop you near main entrances alongside the canal. Parking near the canal is very limited and metered, with average daytime rates at 38–55 DKK per hour.
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