Best Attractions near The Japanese Gardens
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The Japanese Gardens
A tranquil 7,500 m² tapestry of ponds, pines and stone that brings eight classic Japanese garden styles to the gentle countryside of central Funen.
Vøjstrupvej 43, 5672 Broby4.6Excellent 1,033 Reviews -
Lundegård
Quiet Funen manor with centuries of history, a charitable legacy and occasional cozy markets set among barns, gardens and open farmland near Broby.
Lundegårdsvej 46, 5672 Broby4.0Very Good 90 Reviews -
Trebjerg, Dronningeudsigten
A gentle Funen hill crowned by “the Queen’s View,” where rolling fields, wooded slopes and the South Funen Archipelago unfold in a calm, wide horizon.
Stenlund 16, 5600 Faaborg4.6Excellent 142 Reviews -
Naturkalv - Borreby
A small protected pasture on Odense’s rural fringe, where grazing cattle, open fields and simple footpaths create a quietly authentic slice of Funen nature.
Store Markvej 8, 5250 Odense5.0Excellent 2 Reviews -
Svanninge Bjerge
Undulating forested hills, glacial valleys and far‑reaching views over South Funen make Svanninge Bjerge a quietly dramatic corner of the so‑called Funen Alps.
Odensevej 160, 5600 Faaborg4.7Excellent 30 Reviews -
Øhavsmuseet
A sensory, barefoot museum journey in Faaborg where sound, light and touch reveal how the South Funen Archipelago’s nature has shaped human lives through the ages.
Havnegade 3, 5600 Faaborg4.4Very Good 205 Reviews -
Faaborg Clock Tower
Freestanding medieval bell tower and symbol of Faaborg, offering narrow-stair climbs, chiming bells and wide views over the town and South Funen coast.
Tårnstræde, 5600 Faaborg4.5Excellent 111 Reviews -
Marie-Kilden
A small historic spring hidden in Odense’s riverside green belt, Marie-Kilden offers a quiet glimpse of parish history and folklore amid trees, paths and gentle birdsong.
5250 Odense3.2Average 5 Reviews -
Brickworks
A small creative brick studio in southern Odense where Danish design spirit meets hands-on LEGO-style imagination in a low-key, family-friendly setting.
Sejerskovvej 20, 5260 Odense5.0Excellent 1 Reviews -
Holstenshuus
An elegant 18th-century rococo garden where history and horticulture meet in serene Danish countryside.
Slotsalleen 3 Parkering have / garden : Slotsalleen 3 Godskontor og værksted :, Slotsalleen 6, 5600 Faaborg4.4Very Good 157 Reviews
Other attractions near The Japanese Gardens
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Parsonage
Experience authentic 18th-century Danish village life through restored buildings, costumed interpreters, and hands-on traditional crafts.
Sejerskovvej 20, 5260 Odense -
The Funen Village
Step into a living Funen countryside village of thatched farms, mills, orchards and heritage animals, where 18th- and 19th-century rural Denmark comes vividly to life.
Sejerskovvej 20, 5260 Odense4.5Excellent 2,508 Reviews -
Odense Dyrskueplads
Odense’s flexible fairground, where quiet open fields transform into bustling arenas for Det Fynske Dyrskue, major concerts and large outdoor events.
Broløkkevej 2, 5250 Odense4.2Very Good 971 Reviews -
Bøgetoppen i Odense Zoo
A gentle treetop adventure above Odense Zoo, Bøgetoppen lets you wander through the beech canopy, combining forest views, local nature stories and family-friendly fun.
Unnamed Road, 5250 Odense4.6Excellent 14 Reviews -
Erholm Gods A/S
Historic Funen manor with a romantic landscape park, forests and a charming regional food market set in atmospheric farm buildings.
Erholmvej 25a, 5560 Aarup4.0Very Good 101 Reviews -
Odense Zoo
Leafy riverside zoo in Odense where manatees, penguins and savannah wildlife meet treetop walks, play areas and hands-on encounters in a certified green attraction.
Søndre Blvd. 306, 5000 Odense C4.5Excellent 9,758 Reviews -
Bolbro vartegn
A slender steel silhouette on Bolbro Bakke, Bolbro Vartegn keeps the memory of Odense’s lost Odinstårnet alive as a compact, contemporary neighborhood landmark.
Middelfartvej 129, 5200 Odense -
Glisholm Sø
Odense's largest lake where climate resilience meets natural beauty and community recreation.
5260 Odense4.5Excellent 158 Reviews -
Fyns Militærhistoriske Museum
Compact military museum in Odense’s former barracks, tracing 400 years of Funen’s soldiers, resistance and overseas missions through objects, stories and uniforms.
Odense Kaserne, Søndre Blvd. 21, 5000 Odense C4.2Very Good 43 Reviews -
Richard Møller Nielsens Plads
A modest suburban square in Odense V that quietly honours Denmark’s Euro 1992 coach beside the city’s main football stadium complex.
5200 Odense -
Skjoldsparken bålsted 1
Community sports park in Odense's spirited western neighbourhood, where local pride and Nordic heritage meet recreational opportunity.
Bolbro Parken, Møllemarksvej 84, 5200 Odense5.0Excellent 1 Reviews -
Hollufgård slotspark
Historic manor grounds turned sculpture-filled green escape on Odense’s edge, blending woodland trails, meadows and contemporary art in a free, year‑round park.
5220, Hollufgårdsvej, 5220 Odense SØ4.6Excellent 388 Reviews -
Gerthasminde
A hidden royal villa set amidst the enchanting palace gardens of Marselisborg in Aarhus, where Danish history and tranquil beauty harmoniously meet.
Gerthasminde 23, 5000 Odense4.0Very Good 1 Reviews -
Sneglehøjen
Serene woodland trails through Odense's natural heart, perfect for peaceful forest walks and nature immersion.
Hollufgårds Allé 10, 5220 Odense5.0Excellent 1 Reviews -
Munke Mose Park
Lakes, lawns and fairytales along Odense River, Munke Mose Park is the city’s easygoing green refuge for picnics, play and riverside wandering.
Jagtvej 59, 5000 Odense4.3Very Good 83 Reviews -
University Press of Southern Denmark
Explore the historic Odense Castle and its picturesque Kongens Have park in the heart of Odense, Denmark.
V23-25, Fioniavej 34, DIAS-bygningen, 1. sal, 5230 Odense M4.0Very Good 4 Reviews -
Munke Mose
Central Odense’s riverside wetland park where fairy-tale sculptures, grand old trees and easygoing outdoor life meet along the gentle Odense River.
Havhesten, Filosofgangen, 5000 Odense4.6Excellent 1,107 Reviews -
The Sea Horse
A powerful Andersen-inspired sea horse and mermaid burst from the Odense River, marking a poetic gateway between city streets and leafy Munke Mose park.
Ny Vestergade 19, 5000 Odense4.3Very Good 42 Reviews -
Funen Opera
An intimate Danish chamber opera beside Odense’s parkland, where classic works and bold new productions unfold just a few metres from your seat.
Filosofgangen 19, 5000 Odense C4.5Excellent 120 Reviews -
University Library of Southern Denmark
Light-filled academic heart of SDU Odense, offering calm study zones, extensive collections and 24/7 access for students in a modern Scandinavian campus setting.
Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense4.7Excellent 6 Reviews -
Pantheonsfrisen
A striking Don John mural turning an ordinary Odense side street into a memorable canvas of symbols, stories and contemporary Nordic street art.
Pantheonsgade, 5000 Odense -
Bispens lysthus
A tiny red timber pavilion on stilts above Odense Å, Bispens Lysthus blends riverside calm, ecclesiastical history and postcard-perfect charm in the city’s green heart.
Filosofgangen 10, 5000 Odense4.3Very Good 4 Reviews -
Tidens Samling
Hands-on time travel through 20th‑century Danish homes, fashion and design inside Odense’s historic Brandts Klædefabrik complex.
Brandts Klædefabrik, Farvergården 7, 5000 Odense C4.6Excellent 240 Reviews -
Kvægtorvet
A former cattle market turned national broadcast hub, Kvægtorvet quietly links Odense’s industrial past with Denmark’s modern media present.
5000 Odense3.0Average 4 Reviews -
Brandts Klædefabrik - byen i byen
A historic woollen mill turned vibrant cultural quarter, where art, film, shopping and café life fill atmospheric brick courtyards in the heart of Odense.
Brandts Passage 8, 2, 5000 Odense4.4Very Good 491 Reviews -
Brandts
Funen’s flagship art museum in a historic woollen mill complex, blending Danish masterpieces, contemporary exhibitions, family-friendly creativity and café life on Amphi Square.
Amfipladsen 7, 5000 Odense4.4Very Good 1,022 Reviews -
The Darning Needle
A provocative Hans Christian Andersen–inspired granite sculpture on Odense’s main shopping street, where a simple needle becomes a playful, ambiguous urban conversation.
Vestergade 48, 5000 Odense4.8Excellent 5 Reviews -
Camping Outdoors Museum
A nostalgic journey through tents, caravans and holiday dreams, the Camping Outdoors Museum at Egeskov celebrates the simple freedom of life on the road.
Egeskov Gade 18, 5772 Kværndrup4.6Excellent 85 Reviews -
Hans Christian Andersen's Childhood Home
Step into the tiny yellow house on Munkemøllestræde where a poor shoemaker’s son began the journey to becoming the world’s great master of fairytales.
Munkemøllestræde 3, 5000 Odense4.0Very Good 1,333 Reviews -
Bunkermuseum Of Odense
Step into a fully preserved Cold War command bunker beneath Odense and explore an atmospheric maze of control rooms, exhibits and civil defence history.
Kragsbjergvej 99, 5230 Odense4.8Excellent 269 Reviews -
The maiden jump
Walk through history at The Funen Village in Odense, where 19th-century farmsteads, gardens, and local traditions offer a full-senses journey into rural Denmark.
Munkemøllestræde 4, 5000 Odense -
Hermes (gud for handlende) vandskulptur
A monumental Hermes of granite and water marks the gateway to Odense’s main shopping street, weaving myth, Viking history and urban everyday life into one sculpture.
5000 Odense4.8Excellent 4 Reviews -
Den Flyvende Kuffert Eventyrskulptur
A bronze suitcase poised for takeoff above a shimmering fountain, this H.C. Andersen–inspired sculpture turns a small Odense square into a quiet fairytale scene.
Jernbanegade 8, 5000 Odense3.4Average 8 Reviews -
Eventyrhaven
Riverside lawns, fairy-tale sculptures and seasonal blooms create a peaceful Hans Christian Andersen–inspired refuge in the very heart of Odense.
Eventyrhaven, 5000 Odense4.6Excellent 533 Reviews -
Odense Cathedral - St. Canute's Church
A vibrant tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tales, this lively mural transforms central Odense into a colorful celebration of Denmark’s literary heritage.
Klingenberg 19, 5000 Odense4.4Very Good 829 Reviews -
Odense City Hall
Enjoy serene lawns, mature trees, and recreational paths in Nyborg’s central green park—a scenic spot for relaxation and community just steps from historical landmarks.
Flakhaven 2, 5000 Odense4.4Very Good 199 Reviews -
Klokkedybet
A quiet, story-rich bend of Odense River where legends of a sunken bell and Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale imagination deepen an otherwise modest city waterscape.
Odense Å4.5Excellent 2 Reviews -
Vægmaleri
Discover the tranquil beauty of Sneglehøjen in Odense, a serene natural retreat perfect for leisurely walks and family outings.
Vestergade 7, 5000 Odense -
Egeskov Castle
A storybook Renaissance water castle on Funen, where historic halls, award‑winning gardens, playful museums and forest adventures create a full day in the Danish countryside.
Egeskov Gade 22, 5772 Kværndrup4.6Excellent 10,990 Reviews -
St. Alban's Church
Experience the heart of Danish comedy at Odense Comediehuus, where culture and laughter intertwine in the vibrant city center.
Adelgade 1, 5000 Odense4.5Excellent 294 Reviews -
Bjørnø
Tiny, car‑free Bjørnø blends hilly Ice Age landscapes, rich birdlife and easy shoreline walks into one tranquil South Funen island escape.
5601 Faaborg4.6Excellent 44 Reviews -
Odense Noble Virgin Convent
Discover Thomas Dambo’s eco-friendly giant troll, Hans Hulehånd, hidden along Odense’s scenic canal—blending public art, folklore, and a touch of adventure for all ages.
Albani Torv 6, 5000 Odense4.3Very Good 67 Reviews -
Danaë
A serene bronze heroine from Greek myth, Gerhard Henning’s Danaë reclines quietly in Odense’s King’s Garden, bridging baroque greenery and modern city life.
Kongenshave, Jernbanegade, 5000 Odense5.0Excellent 2 Reviews -
Washing Site at Odense River
A modest riverside platform where washerwomen toiled, the Washing Site at Odense River quietly preserves the everyday world that shaped Hans Christian Andersen’s childhood.
Paaskestræde 20, 5000 Odense4.9Excellent 7 Reviews -
Klods Hans billedevæg
A small but vibrant picture wall where Hans Christian Andersen’s bold misfit, Klods Hans, steps off the page and into the streets of historic Odense.
5000 Odense5.0Excellent 1 Reviews -
Odense Castle
Step into Denmark’s Gothic heart at Odense Cathedral—site of St. Canute’s martyrdom, renowned Renaissance art, and centuries of royal and religious history.
Nørregade 36, 5000 Odense4.1Very Good 224 Reviews -
VILLE VAU
A playful fairy-tale universe inside H.C. Andersen’s House, where children dress up, act out stories and create their own adventures in the heart of Odense.
H.C. Andersen Haven, 5000 Odense4.7Excellent 10 Reviews -
The City's Bridge
Stunning coastal headland at Funen’s northern tip, offering wild landscapes, panoramic sea views, rare birdlife, and serene walking trails in a pristine Danish nature reserve.
Østre Stationsvej 39, 5000 Odense4.4Very Good 97 Reviews -
Saint Hans Church
A medieval monastic church of red brick and quiet light, Saint Hans links Odense’s castle, sacred history and old-town charm in one compact, atmospheric stop.
Sankt Hans Pl. 2, 5000 Odense4.4Very Good 109 Reviews -
King's Garden
Odense’s historic royal garden – a formal yet welcoming green gateway of lawns, sculptures and summer concerts beside the city’s castle.
Jernbanegade, 5000 Odense4.3Very Good 592 Reviews -
Go monkey odense
Tree‑top ziplines, bouncing net universes and nerve‑testing free‑falls bring forest‑style adventure to the edge of urban Odense at GoMonkey’s outdoor climbing park.
Stærmosegårdsvej 57, 5230 Odense4.5Excellent 188 Reviews -
Hans Christian Andersen Mural
A towering black‑and‑white portrait of Hans Christian Andersen on a quiet Odense gable, where fairytale heritage meets contemporary street art in the old town.
Bangs Boder 24, 5000 Odense4.2Very Good 11 Reviews -
H. C. Andersens House
An immersive museum in Odense where architecture, garden and multimedia exhibitions draw you deep into the imaginative world of Hans Christian Andersen.
H.C. Andersen Haven 1, 5000 Odense C4.1Very Good 5,989 Reviews
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Experience authentic Japanese landscape artistry in the heart of Funen with tranquil gardens, koi-filled ponds, and a traditional tea pavilion in scenic Broby.
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