The Botanical Garden: Copenhagen’s Oasis of Nordic Flora
Copenhagen's historic Botanical Garden blends stunning glasshouses, Nordic plant collections, and peaceful parkland into the city’s most beautiful urban green retreat.
Copenhagen's Botanical Garden is a lush Nordic sanctuary at the city’s heart. Renowned for its 19th-century glasshouses and over 13,000 plant species, it offers visitors a tranquil escape, educational exhibits, and a rich botanical heritage dating to 1874. Explore diverse landscapes and rare plants, right beside the historic Natural History Museum.
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- Copenhagen Central Station, Bernstorffsgade 14, Copenhagen, Vesterbro/Kongens Enghave, 1577, DK
- Visit website
Local tips
- Access to the main gardens is free; entry to the Palm House and Butterfly House requires a small ticket.
- Visit in spring or early summer for the most vibrant blooms and the full beauty of the outdoor collections.
- Wheelchair users will find most paths accessible, though some older areas and the Palm House upper floor are less so.
- The gardens are a great picnic spot, but open fires and alcohol are not permitted on the grounds.
- Combine your visit with the adjacent Geological Museum for a rounded natural sciences experience.
Getting There
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Walking
From the city center, the Botanical Garden is a gentle walk of around 10–15 minutes. Travelers will find themselves departing the bustling main shopping streets and moving toward the park-rich area near some of Copenhagen’s top museums. The garden is adjacent to the Natural History Museum and close to the iconic Rosenborg Castle, making it easy to spot. Entry is directly from a main city artery, and visitors can expect accessible pathways for both pedestrians and cyclists.
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Public Transport
Several city bus lines and the Metro stop within a short walk of the Botanical Garden. Disembarking at Nørreport Station, which is one of the city’s major transport hubs, places you less than a five-minute stroll from the main garden entrance. Standard bus and Metro tickets within the city cost around 24 DKK for a single adult fare, and services run frequently throughout the day.
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Taxi
A taxi ride from central Copenhagen to the Botanical Garden is quick—typically around 5–10 minutes depending on traffic. Expect to pay roughly 70–120 DKK, with fares varying slightly by company and time of day. Drop-off is possible right outside the entrance, and there are visible signs for the location.
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Driving/Parking
There is limited on-street parking in the area adjoining the garden, with municipal pay meters averaging 24–36 DKK per hour. Being in the city center, parking availability can be tight, especially on weekends and around peak hours. Travelers are encouraged to use public transport when possible.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Copenhagen Central Station
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Historic brick-and-timber rail hub at the heart of Copenhagen, combining grand architecture, everyday convenience and instant access to the city’s main sights.
Frihedsstøtten
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Statuesque tribute to Danish freedom: Frihedsstøtten stands as a majestic milestone marking the abolition of serfdom at the vibrant gateway to Copenhagen's Vesterbro.
Copenhagen Visitor Service
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Central, modern orientation center offering expert advice, resources, and insider tips for exploring Copenhagen’s sights, culture, and neighborhoods.
Copenhagen Central Post Building
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A majestic neo-Baroque landmark intertwining Denmark’s postal history with Vesterbro’s vibrant urban fabric, located beside Copenhagen’s bustling central railway station.
H. C. Andersens Blvd.
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A broad, bustling boulevard where Hans Christian Andersen’s legacy meets City Hall Square, Tivoli’s lights, and the everyday pulse of central Copenhagen.
Lur Blowers
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Magstræde
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Frederiksholms Kanal
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Church of Our Lady
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The Stable Boy's House
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Jorcks Passage
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Danish Architecture Centre
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Equestrian statue of Christian IX
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Thorvaldsens Museum
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The War Museum
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Unmissable attractions to see
Red Sightseeing Copenhagen
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Model train display
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Rutschebanen
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Himmelskibet
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Tivoli Gardens
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Statue of Andersen
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Copenhagen City Hall
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City Hall Square
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Jens Olsen's World Clock
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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
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Ripley's Believe It or Not!
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Rainbow Square
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Hans Christian Andersen Experience
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Museum of Copenhagen
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Øksnehallen
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La Baracca Tivoli - Food Hall
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LUN restaurant & winebar
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Retour Vesterbro
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Smagsløget
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L'appetito
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Restaurant Noi
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Husmanns Vinstue
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Notre Dame
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CUBE bar
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Spunk
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Curfew
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The Storm Inn Copenhagen
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
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Module
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