Best Landmarks in Helsingør

Perched on a granite boulder along Copenhagen’s Langelinie waterfront, The Little Mermaid is a small bronze statue with outsized fame. Unveiled in 1913 and inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s 1837 fairy tale, Edvard Eriksen’s sculpture depicts a wistful mermaid caught between sea and shore. Just 1.25m tall, she has become an enduring symbol of Copenhagen’s maritime character and literary heritage, drawing visitors to this breezy harbour promenade at all hours of the day.

Nyhavn, meaning 'New Harbour,' is Copenhagen's most iconic waterfront district, famous for its vibrant 17th-century townhouses painted in brilliant pastels, historic wooden sailing ships, and lively atmosphere. Built between 1670 and 1673 under King Christian V, this picturesque canal transformed from a bustling commercial port into the city's cultural heart. Today it's lined with restaurants, cafés, and jazz bars where visitors can dine al fresco, explore maritime history, visit Hans Christian Andersen's former homes, or embark on scenic canal tours. Free to visit and open 24/7, Nyhavn remains Copenhagen's most photographed location.

Nyhavnsbroen is the elegant canal bridge that stitches together Copenhagen’s most iconic waterfront, Nyhavn – a 17th‑century harbour lined with brightly painted townhouses, historic wooden ships and buzzing café terraces. Standing here, you get the classic postcard view of Copenhagen: masts reflected in the water, cobbles underfoot, the Royal Playhouse and harbour beyond. It is both a practical crossing for cyclists and pedestrians and a front‑row balcony onto the city’s maritime history and relaxed, modern street life, from canal cruises to cosy winter markets.

Copenhagen's magnificent neoclassical cathedral stands as Denmark's spiritual and cultural heart. Built in 1829 by architect Christian Frederik Hansen, this serene white-walled sanctuary houses Bertel Thorvaldsen's iconic marble sculptures of Christ and the apostles. The cathedral has witnessed royal coronations and weddings for centuries, serving as the nation's primary place of worship and a testament to Danish artistic achievement during the Golden Age.

DR Koncerthuset is a world-renowned concert hall in Copenhagen's Ørestad district, designed by acclaimed French architect Jean Nouvel. Home to the Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra and featuring four acoustically sophisticated performance spaces, the venue hosts classical concerts, contemporary music events, and major cultural ceremonies. The striking modernist architecture—characterized by concrete walls, steel floors, and a soaring glass foyer—complements its reputation as one of the world's finest concert venues.

Nytorv 2 sits on the western edge of Copenhagen’s historic twin square, where Nytorv meets Gammeltorv in the heart of the old town. The address is dominated by the monumental Neoclassical Copenhagen Court House, with its tall Ionic columns and dignified façade overlooking the pedestrian bustle of Strøget. Once the site of markets, executions and the former city hall, this compact square now blends sober civic architecture with lively café life, street performers and seasonal events.

Fredensborg Palace is a magnificent Baroque royal residence on the shores of Lake Esrum, built in 1722 by King Frederik IV as a symbol of peace following the Great Northern War. Today it serves as the spring and autumn residence of the Danish Royal Family. The palace features exquisite interiors including the iconic Dome Hall and is surrounded by one of Denmark's most impressive Baroque gardens, with seven radiating avenues, sculptures, and the famous Valley of the Norsemen. While the palace interior is normally private, the extensive palace gardens are open year-round, and exclusive guided tours of the royal chambers and private gardens are available during July.

The Stork Fountain stands at the heart of Amagertorv, Copenhagen's second-oldest square and a vibrant hub of commerce and culture. This iconic bronze sculpture, created in 1894 as a wedding gift to Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Louise, depicts three graceful storks poised for flight. Surrounded by historic architecture, high-end boutiques, and the energy of Strøget—Europe's longest pedestrian shopping street—the fountain remains a beloved gathering point where newly graduated midwives celebrate with a traditional dance each year.

Inderhavnsbroen, Copenhagen's iconic 'kissing bridge,' is a 180-meter pedestrian and bicycle crossing spanning the Inner Harbour between Nyhavn and Christianshavn. Designed by Flint & Neill with Studio Bednarski, this innovative opening bridge features distinctive curved steel spans that meet in the middle, creating a unique silhouette. Opened in July 2016 after a challenging construction period, it has become a vital link in Copenhagen's world-renowned cycling infrastructure and a striking architectural landmark that welcomes visitors entering the harbour from the sea.

Rising above Copenhagen’s central Højbro Plads, the equestrian statue of Bishop Absalon honors the warrior-bishop traditionally regarded as the city’s founder. Unveiled in 1902 on the 700th anniversary of his death, the bronze figure shows Absalon in armor on a rearing horse, facing Christiansborg where his medieval fortress once stood. Its richly detailed brick-and-granite plinth weaves in symbols of herring, the Øresund, and ecclesiastical heraldry, making this compact monument a vivid lesson in how a fishing hamlet grew into Denmark’s capital.