Best Attractions near Gammel Strand
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Gammel Strand
A historic Copenhagen harbourfront where Viking-age roots, colourful 18th‑century facades and a contemporary art centre meet beside the city’s central canal.
Copenhagen -
Læderstræde
A cosy Old Town side street where rebuilt 18th‑century townhouses, Danish design boutiques and laid‑back cafés create a calm, human‑scaled alternative to busy Strøget.
Copenhagen -
Bishop Absalon
Denmark’s national gallery showcases Nordic and international masterpieces in stunning, light-filled halls—SMK is a must-visit for art lovers in Copenhagen.
Højbro Pl., 1200 København4.4Very Good 1,040 Reviews -
Højbro Plads
A historic canal in central Copenhagen, Frederiksholms Kanal blends royal heritage, elegant facades, and tranquil waterways in the heart of the Danish capital.
Højbro Pl., 1200 København4.4Very Good 101 Reviews -
Agnete and the Merman Statue
A submerged family of bronze beneath Højbro Bridge brings an old Danish ballad of love, faith and abandonment to life in the heart of historic Copenhagen.
Højbro, 1061 København3.9Good 102 Reviews -
Thorvaldsens Museum
Denmark’s first public art museum, Thorvaldsens Museum blends neoclassical sculpture, vivid architecture, and tranquil courtyards into one immersive urban sanctuary.
Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads 2, 1213 København K4.5Excellent 1,456 Reviews -
Amagertorv
Copenhagen’s historic marketplace turned elegant pedestrian square, where storks, cobblestones and centuries‑old facades meet modern design and city life.
Copenhagen4.6Excellent 25 Reviews -
Strøget
Copenhagen’s longest pedestrian promenade, Strøget blends historic streets, designer boutiques and animated street life into one continuous urban stroll.
Copenhagen4.5Excellent 777 Reviews -
Stromma Canal Tours
Discover the world of 'Nordic gold' at the Copenhagen Amber Museum, where history, science, and stunning amber artifacts meet in Nyhavn’s oldest house.
Ved Stranden 26, 1061 København4.6Excellent 367 Reviews -
Højbro Pl.
Open, airy and steeped in history, Højbro Plads is Copenhagen’s neoclassical city living room between canal, palace views and busy pedestrian streets.
1200 Copenhagen4.5Excellent 53 Reviews
Other attractions near Gammel Strand
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Ved Stranden
Copenhagen’s famous waterfront promenade blending royal history, iconic monuments, and scenic strolls along the city’s vibrant harborside.
Ved Stranden 10, 1061 København4.7Excellent 44 Reviews -
Stork Fountain
Bask in the serene Baltic ambiance of Rødvig Beach on South Zealand—an inviting stretch of sand with sweeping views of Stevns Klint and local Danish charm.
Amagertorv 6, 1160 København4.4Very Good 2,878 Reviews -
Segway Tours Copenhagen
Strikingly modern, immersive, and acoustically exceptional, DR Koncerthuset is Copenhagen's world-renowned concert hall and a must-visit for music and architecture lovers.
Nikolaj Plads 34, 1067 København4.9Excellent 350 Reviews -
Christiansborg Palace
Stroll along Frederiksholms Kanal, the elegant Copenhagen waterway flanked by historic palaces and vibrant cultural landmarks at the heart of Indre By.
Prins Jørgens Gård 1, 1218 København4.5Excellent 17,960 Reviews -
Magstræde
One of Copenhagen’s oldest cobbled lanes, Magstræde is a colorful, time‑worn shortcut through the city’s medieval heart and everyday modern life.
Magstræde, 1204 København4.6Excellent 36 Reviews -
Magstræde
Copenhagen’s cobbled time capsule: a gently curving lane of colorful old houses, harbor history and quiet charm in the heart of the Old Town.
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Nikolaj Art Gallery
Medieval church transformed into a beacon of experimental contemporary art in Copenhagen's historic heart.
Nikolaj Plads 10, 1067 København4.1Very Good 1,259 Reviews -
Balderdash
Strikingly designed by Jean Nouvel, Copenhagen’s DR Koncerthuset offers world-class acoustics and a dynamic program of classical, jazz, and international concerts.
1151 k, Valkendorfsgade 11, 1151 København K4.6Excellent 629 Reviews -
Gråbrødretorv
Mythic grandeur meets urban tranquility at Copenhagen’s spectacular Gefion Fountain, a must-see bronze sculpture and water feature rooted in Norse legend.
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Vandkunsten Springvand
Experience Copenhagen’s blend of urban cool and waterside relaxation at Islands Brygge, where harbor views, bathing, and local life come together in a thriving central district.
Vandkunsten 8, 1467 København4.3Very Good 16 Reviews -
Nytorv
Cobbled, compact and quietly dramatic, Nytorv blends royal-era markets, grim judicial history and Neoclassical authority at the pedestrian heart of old Copenhagen.
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Marmorbroen
An 18th‑century Rococo bridge that once formed the grand entrance to Christiansborg Palace, Marmorbroen quietly unites royal history, canal views and everyday city life.
Marmorbroen, 1218 København K4.5Excellent 366 Reviews -
Nytorv 2
An everyday address on Copenhagen’s historic Nytorv, placing you between grand courthouse columns, cobbled markets of old and the pulse of the Strøget pedestrian zone.
Nytorv 2, 1450 København -
Slotsholmen
A compact canal island where medieval fortresses, royal palaces and modern democracy meet at the very heart of Copenhagen’s harbour.
Copenhagen Municipality4.6Excellent 47 Reviews -
Frederiksholms Kanal
Frederiksholms Kanal—a historic waterway offering tranquil walks, classic canal views, and a journey through the heart of Copenhagen’s regal past.
1218 Copenhagen4.7Excellent 29 Reviews -
Weirdwalks Byvandring
Stroll the storied harbor promenade, discover Copenhagen’s iconic Little Mermaid, lush parks, and maritime sculptures along the scenic Langelinie waterfront.
Nytorv 1, 1450 København k4.8Excellent 13 Reviews -
Church of Holmen
Experience the vibrant blend of history and modernity at Roskilde's central square, Stændertorvet.
Holmens Kanal 21, 1060 Indre By4.6Excellent 816 Reviews -
Frederiksholms Kanal
Historic canal skirting Slotsholmen where royal power, stately architecture and quiet waterside promenades meet in the very heart of Copenhagen.
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Garden of the Royal Library
A serene 1920s garden on a former naval harbor, where maritime heritage and artistic beauty create Copenhagen's most peaceful urban retreat.
Proviantpassagen 1, 1218 København4.7Excellent 2,508 Reviews
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