Langelinie: Copenhagen’s Iconic Waterfront Promenade
Copenhagen’s famous waterfront promenade blending royal history, iconic monuments, and scenic strolls along the city’s vibrant harborside.
Langelinie is a historic harborside promenade along Copenhagen’s northeast waterfront, famed for the Little Mermaid statue and sweeping views of the Øresund. Lined with grand monuments, lush lawns, and cruise piers, it offers both locals and visitors a scenic spot to stroll, relax, or watch ships pass by. The promenade has royal and maritime significance, blending urban parkland, modern public art, and classic Copenhagen sights in one picturesque ribbon.
A brief summary to Ved Stranden
- Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen, København K, 1061, 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
- The promenade is free and open any time, making it perfect for early-morning or late-evening walks with fewer crowds.
- The Little Mermaid is busiest midday—visit early or at dusk for quieter moments and better photos.
- Nearby public toilets are located close to the cruise terminal and are typically open during daytime.
- Combine your visit with Kastellet fortress next door; the star-shaped ramparts offer panoramic city views.
- Bicycle paths run along Langelinie and connect easily back to the city centre—bike rental stations are close by.
Getting There
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Walking
From Copenhagen’s main central area, the promenade of Langelinie is reached on foot by heading toward the harbor, passing through the lush gardens near the royal palace and along the bustling waterfront. Expect a scenic 20–30-minute walk, with landmarks like Amalienborg and Kastellet visible along the way.
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Public Transport
Buses from central Copenhagen run frequently toward the harbor; a single ride to Langelinie is typically 20–25 minutes and costs around 24–30 DKK. Alight near the cruise terminals, which serve as obvious visual markers, and it's just a short stroll along the waterfront lawns.
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Taxi
A taxi from the city center takes roughly 10–15 minutes depending on traffic. Typical fares range from 80–120 DKK. Drop-off is possible near the cruise piers, offering immediate access to the promenade and the Little Mermaid statue.
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Cycling
Dedicated cycling paths provide a safe and scenic approach from the city center; expect a leisurely 10–15-minute ride. Public bike rental stations are widely available in central Copenhagen. No extra cycling tolls or parking fees apply, but bike racks may get busy in peak season.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Højbro
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A historic iron arch bridging Copenhagen’s lively city centre and stately Slotsholmen, with hidden folklore sculptures stirring beneath its calm canal waters.
Frederik VII
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Bronze monument in central Copenhagen commemorating King Frederik VII and Denmark’s 19th-century transition to constitutional monarchy, steps from political landmarks.
Holmens Bro
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A modest granite arch in central Copenhagen that quietly connects Slotsholmen’s palaces with the city’s streets, offering classic harbour views and everyday urban life.
The Danish Parliament
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Where copper spires, royal salons and granite façades frame the working heart of Danish democracy on Copenhagen’s historic Island of Power.
Equestrian statue of Christian IX
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A quiet yet powerful royal monument in Christiansborg’s riding ground, uniting a pivotal Danish king with the groundbreaking sculptor who cast him in bronze.
Varehuset Messen
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A historic 1895 department store turned business college, crowned by Hermes and layered with centuries of mercantile and intellectual history on Købmagergade.
Frederiksholms Kanal
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Discover the charm of Frederiksholms Kanal, Copenhagen's picturesque canal, perfect for peaceful strolls and cultural exploration.
Jorcks Passage
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Historic 1890s covered arcade where telephone wires once connected a nation, now a charming shopping passage in Copenhagen's heart.
Kongens Nytorv
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Historic observatory in Aarhus combining hands-on stargazing, interactive astronomy exhibits, and tranquil parkland with panoramic city views.
Vandkunsten Springvand
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A hidden gem where medieval water engineering meets early 20th-century artistry in Copenhagen's charming Old Town.
C.F. Tietgens Hus
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A Neoclassical monument to Danish banking heritage and industrial vision, built for one of history's most influential entrepreneurs.
Nytorv
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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.
Nytorv 2
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Black Diamond
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Unmissable attractions to see
Stromma Canal Tours
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Agnete and the Merman Statue
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Bishop Absalon
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Segway Tours Copenhagen
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Højbro Plads
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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.
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Open, airy and steeped in history, Højbro Plads is Copenhagen’s neoclassical city living room between canal, palace views and busy pedestrian streets.
Nikolaj Art Gallery
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Medieval church transformed into a beacon of experimental contemporary art in Copenhagen's historic heart.
Stork Fountain
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Gammel Strand
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A historic Copenhagen harbourfront where Viking-age roots, colourful 18th‑century facades and a contemporary art centre meet beside the city’s central canal.
Læderstræde
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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.
Christiansborg Palace
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Thorvaldsens Museum
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Denmark’s first public art museum, Thorvaldsens Museum blends neoclassical sculpture, vivid architecture, and tranquil courtyards into one immersive urban sanctuary.
Amagertorv
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Copenhagen’s historic marketplace turned elegant pedestrian square, where storks, cobblestones and centuries‑old facades meet modern design and city life.
Church of Holmen
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Experience the vibrant blend of history and modernity at Roskilde's central square, Stændertorvet.
Strøget
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Copenhagen’s longest pedestrian promenade, Strøget blends historic streets, designer boutiques and animated street life into one continuous urban stroll.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Maven
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Marv & Ben
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King Hans Cellar
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Restaurant Tight
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Llama
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Restaurant 1733
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Københavner Cafeen
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l’Alsace
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Restaurant Sole D’Italia - København
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Restaurant Kronborg
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Marchal
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Frank
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à terre
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Restaurant Puk
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store
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Hygge Original
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ILLUM
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Magnolias
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Magasin du Nord
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& Other Stories
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Audrey Vintage
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Akimbo
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Norse Store
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
K-Bar
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The Dubliner
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The Bird and The Churchkey
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Lord Nelson Bar
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Experience the vibrant nightlife and craft cocktails at Lord Nelson Bar, a historic gem in the heart of Copenhagen's bustling streets.
Ruby
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An unmarked 18th‑century townhouse on Nybrogade hides Ruby, a quietly glamorous cocktail institution where inventive drinks meet candlelit canal-side charm.
Godt Øl
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Cosy basement craft beer bar in Copenhagen’s old town, pouring 12 rotating taps in a low-key, conversation-friendly setting from mid-afternoon until late night.
1105
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Intimate, dimly lit cocktail bar in Copenhagen’s 1105 postcode, pairing dark, elegant interiors with carefully crafted Nordic-inspired drinks and classic mixes.
Charlie's Bar
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Balthazar
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A luxurious Champagne bar at Hotel d’Angleterre, pairing an extensive bubbles list and crafted cocktails with velvet-luxe interiors and a lively DJ-backed ambience.
The Moose
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Aloë Cocktail Bar
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Bo-Bi Bar
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The Jane
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Mad Men–style speakeasy meets late-night dance floor in a warren of hidden rooms, leather sofas and cocktail-fuelled energy beneath central Copenhagen.
Strøm
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Bæst Cocktailbar
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Intimate basement cocktail bar in Copenhagen’s old town, pairing creative drinks with warm lighting, easygoing music and a sociable late-night city-centre vibe.
