Langelinie: Copenhagen's Iconic Waterfront Promenade
Stroll along Langelinie, Copenhagen’s bustling waterfront, where iconic statues, historic parkland, and sweeping harbor views create a quintessential maritime escape.
Langelinie is a historic waterfront promenade in Østerbro, Copenhagen, famed for its marina views, grand ship arrivals, lush parklands, and the world-renowned Little Mermaid statue. Originally shaped by Copenhagen’s maritime heritage, today it’s a lively hub for locals and travelers to stroll, watch ships, and enjoy open-air sculptures amid a breezy harbor atmosphere.
A brief summary to The Kissing Stairs
- Sankt Annæ Pl. 31, Copenhagen, København K, 1250, DK
- 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
- Visit early in the morning for peaceful views and fewer crowds around the Little Mermaid statue.
- Bring a picnic or enjoy snacks from local cafés—there are plenty of benches and grassy spots along the promenade.
- Look for hidden statues and memorials throughout the park, not just the famous Little Mermaid.
- Cycling is popular—rent a bike for a relaxed ride along the seafront and connect easily to other sights like Kastellet.
- Langelinie is accessible year-round, but autumn and spring mornings offer especially atmospheric walks.
Getting There
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Walking
From Copenhagen’s central district near the royal palace, it’s a pleasant 20–30-minute stroll to Langelinie, taking you past leafy parks and important city landmarks such as Amalienborg and the star-shaped Kastellet fortress. The promenade begins near the famous Little Mermaid statue, offering plenty of signs and open, level paths. The area is fully accessible, though some cobblestone stretches may require care for those with mobility concerns.
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Public Transport
City buses frequently link Copenhagen Central Station and Østerport Station to Langelinie. The journey typically takes 10–15 minutes by bus or S-train to Østerport, followed by a short walk past Kastellet to the promenade. Single adult tickets cost around 24-30 DKK. All stops are clearly marked and local maps are available near transport hubs.
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Taxi
A taxi ride from the city center to Langelinie is usually 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic. Expected fare ranges from 120–150 DKK. Taxis can drop you close to the main promenade entrance, especially convenient during inclement weather or if mobility is a concern.
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Cycling
Copenhagen’s dedicated cycle lanes make Langelinie an easy 10–15-minute ride from the city center. Public bike rentals are widely available and cost from 20–35 DKK per half hour. Designated bike parking can be found at both ends of the promenade.
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Driving
Limited paid parking is available near the Langelinie cruise terminal and marina area, generally 15-25 DKK per hour. Spaces fill quickly on days when cruise ships are docked or during major public events.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Sankt Annæ Pl.
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Hans Christian Andersen plaque
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Larsens Pl.
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Stromma Canal Tours Copenhagen
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I am Queen Mary
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A powerful harborfront monument honoring rebel leader Mary Thomas, confronting Copenhagen’s colonial past beside the historic West Indian Warehouse.
Wilhelm Hansens Hus
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Former home of Denmark’s leading music publisher, quietly anchoring Gothersgade’s elegant streets between royal gardens and lively Kongens Nytorv.
Christianshavns Kanal
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Museum of Danish Resistance
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Horn mine
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Knippelsbro
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Church of Holmen
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A Renaissance gem transformed from anchor forge to naval sanctuary, where maritime heritage and royal history converge.
C.F. Tietgens Hus
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St. Paul's Church
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Christiania
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Operaen
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Unmissable attractions to see
Hey Captain
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Ofelia Plads
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The Playhouse
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Nyhavnsbroen & Nyhavn
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A modest canal bridge with a grand view, Nyhavnsbroen is the perfect perch above Copenhagen’s most colourful harbour and its centuries of maritime stories.
Nyhavn
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Copenhagen’s storybook harbour, where colourful 17th‑century houses, wooden ships and waterside cafés bring the city’s maritime history to life in one vivid canal.
Springvandet i Amaliehaven af Arnaldo Pomodoro
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A dramatic bronze fountain at the heart of Amaliehaven, where modern sculpture, royal views and harbor breezes meet in a tranquil geometric garden.
Amaliehaven
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A small but beautifully composed waterfront garden weaving royal vistas, sculpture, and harbor views into a calm green oasis in central Copenhagen.
Inderhavnsbroen
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Rytterstatuen
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Amalienborg
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Copenhagen Opera House
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Amalienborg Palace Museum
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Step behind the facades of Copenhagen’s royal square to explore intimate apartments, glittering gala halls and Fabergé treasures at Amalienborg Palace Museum.
Bredgade 18
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A quietly elegant address on Copenhagen’s grand Bredgade, surrounded by Frederiksstaden’s mansions, churches and design showrooms in the heart of the city.
Kunsthal Charlottenborg
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Historic Charlottenborg Palace transformed into one of Northern Europe’s leading contemporary art halls, blending bold exhibitions with Nyhavn and Kongens Nytorv views.
Amaliegade
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Essential places to dine
Khun Juk
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Skipperkroen
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Cap Horn
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Restaurant Barr
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Restaurant Rebel
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Restaurant Vita
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Den Lille Fede
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Restaurant Koefoed
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Marchal
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Restaurant Kanalen
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Royal Souvenir Shop
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Viking Souvenirs
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Bo-Bi Bar
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The Dubliner
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