Best Attractions in Hillerød
Explore Hillerød: Discover Frederiksborg Castle, vibrant town life, and scenic nature trails in Denmark's charming North Zealand region.
Hillerød: A Historic Gem in Denmark's Heart
Hillerød, Denmark, offers a rich historical experience for visitors, with its stunning Frederiksborg Castle, a magnificent Renaissance castle surrounded by beautiful gardens and a picturesque lake. The castle houses the National History Museum, showcasing centuries of Danish history and culture. Visitors can also explore the charming old town with its cobblestone streets, quaint shops, and traditional Danish eateries. Nature lovers can enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Fredensborg Palace gardens, or take a leisurely stroll through the lush forests surrounding the city. Hillerød is a perfect destination for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the rich heritage of Denmark.
Top 10 attractions in Hillerød
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Christiansborg Palace
Experience Monkey World in Hillerød—a lively animal park where families encounter monkeys, lemurs, and nature-inspired play in a scenic, interactive Danish setting.
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Rosenborg Castle
Experience intimate wildlife encounters and serene gardens at Monkey World Hillerød, a sanctuary dedicated to animal rescue and visitor well-being.
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Amalienborg Palace
Copenhagen’s colorful canal lined with historic townhouses, restored wooden ships, and quayside cafes at the heart of the city’s maritime heritage.
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Copenhagen Zoo
Discover Copenhagen's Medical Museion: A Journey Through Medical History in the Historic Royal Surgical Academy.
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Kronborg Castle
UNESCO-listed Kronborg Castle in Helsingør—the real 'Hamlet’s Castle'—is a Renaissance masterpiece famed for royal drama, sweeping sea views, and vibrant cultural events.
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The Round Tower
Nyhavn is Copenhagen’s most colorful canal, blending centuries-old waterfront houses with lively cafés, wooden ships, and unforgettable harbor views.
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Frederiksborg Castle
Discover the enchanting world of Hans Christian Andersen through immersive exhibits in Copenhagen's heart.
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The King's Garden
A dazzling, historic canal lined with colorful houses, classic ships, and lively Danish atmosphere at the heart of Copenhagen’s Indre By.
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National Museum of Denmark
Experience intimate encounters with rescued animals in a serene Japanese garden setting near Hillerød.
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The Little Mermaid
Historic harbor district ablaze with color, culture, and canals—Nyhavn is Copenhagen’s most iconic and photogenic waterfront destination.
More attractions in Hillerød
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Frederiksberg Gardens
A serene, historic oasis nestled between Copenhagen’s iconic Royal Library buildings, offering lush gardens, sculptures, and tranquil space for relaxation just steps from the city center.
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Copenhagen Opera House
Kronborg Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site at Helsingør, is famed as Hamlet’s Elsinore and offers unforgettable Renaissance grandeur by the shores of the Øresund.
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SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst
Explore centuries of medical history in Copenhagen's historic Medicinsk Museion.
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Nyhavn
Nyhavn’s pastel waterfront, historic tall ships, and lively terraces in central Copenhagen offer an iconic blend of Danish heritage and modern city life.
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Viking Ship Museum
Explore the enchanting world of Hans Christian Andersen through interactive exhibits in Copenhagen's heart.
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Ørstedsparken
Experience the vibrant blend of history and modern culture at Sankt Hans Torv, Nørrebro's lively public square.
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Gefion Fountain
Copenhagen’s most iconic harbor, where vibrant canalside houses, historic wooden ships, and lively cafés create a timeless, unmissable waterfront experience.
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Copenhagen City Hall
Historic canal lined with colorful townhouses, old ships, vibrant eateries, and the spirit of Danish hygge right at the heart of Copenhagen’s harborfront.
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Søndermarken
Explore the historic and serene Søndermarken park in Frederiksberg, featuring the unique Cisternerne art museum and the Memorial Mound.
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Church of Our Lady
Colorful canal-side houses, lively harborside cafés, restored wooden ships, and centuries of history make Nyhavn the picturesque and vibrant heart of Copenhagen.
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St Alban's Church
Discover Kronborg Castle, the grand UNESCO-listed Renaissance fortress in Helsingør, Denmark, known worldwide as Hamlet’s Elsinore and famed for its regal halls, history, and sea views.
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DR Koncerthuset
A scenic harborfront park in Copenhagen, Langelinieparken blends maritime history, iconic landmarks, and tranquil green spaces along a picturesque waterfront promenade.
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Danish Architecture Centre
Explore Copenhagen's medical heritage at Medicinsk Museion, where history and science converge in a historic 1787 setting.
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M/S Maritime Museum
Explore Frederiksberg Allé, Copenhagen's historic boulevard, where royal history meets vibrant culture and scenic beauty.
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The Playhouse
Majestic Renaissance stronghold overlooking the Øresund, world-renowned as Shakespeare’s Hamlet’s castle, with lavish halls, dungeons, and sweeping Scandinavian views.
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Ofelia Plads
Explore Kronborg Castle, the Renaissance masterpiece in Helsingør, Denmark, famed as Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' setting and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Workers Museum
Explore centuries of medical history at Copenhagen's Medical Museion, housed in the historic Royal Surgical Academy.
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Dronning Louises Bro
Explore centuries of medical history in Copenhagen's historic Royal Surgical Academy.
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Church of Holmen
Experience the vibrant blend of history and modernity at Roskilde's central square, Stændertorvet.
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Øksnehallen
Step back in time on Magstræde, Copenhagen’s enchanting cobbled street lined with pastel houses and centuries of urban history in the heart of the city.
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Inderhavnsbroen
Contemporary art exhibitions in a Gothic church tower, Nikolaj Art Gallery is a cultural highlight fusing modern creativity with centuries-old architecture in central Copenhagen.
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Frederiksborg Castle Chapel
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Cisterns in Søndermarken
Explore Magstræde, Copenhagen's historic cobblestone street, showcasing colorful 16th-century architecture and timeless charm.
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The Museum of National History
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Assistens Cemetery
Stændertorvet is Roskilde’s historic main square, alive with market bustle, local gatherings, classic Danish architecture, and a legacy stretching back centuries.
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Hans Christian Andersen Experience
Explore the magical world of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales in the heart of Copenhagen.
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Dunkers
Explore Frederiksberg Allé: Copenhagen's historic boulevard blending royal heritage with vibrant culture and modern elegance.
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Bishop Absalon
Explore the evolution of medical science in Copenhagen's historic Royal Surgical Academy.
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Medicinsk Museion
Explore the evolution of medical science at Copenhagen's historic Medicinsk Museion.
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Det Ny Teater
Explore Kronborg Castle, the iconic setting of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' and a UNESCO World Heritage site in Helsingør, Denmark.
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Monkey World
Experience intimate wildlife encounters at Monkey World Hillerød, where rescued animals and serene gardens await.
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Planetarium
Explore Copenhagen's Medicinsk Museion: A Historic Journey Through Medical Science and Innovation.
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Nyboder
Step into Copenhagen’s bygone eras along Magstræde, a beautifully preserved cobblestone street lined with historic pastel townhouses in the heart of the city.
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Thomas on the Mountain, The 6 Forgotten Giants
Explore Kronborg Castle, the Renaissance fortress immortalized in Shakespeare's 'Hamlet,' overlooking Denmark's Øresund Strait.
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Saint Olai Church
Discover Saint Olai Church, Helsingør's majestic cathedral, where centuries of Danish history and Gothic elegance meet amid soaring vaults and maritime heritage.
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Fermentoren
Experience the bustling pulse of Stændertorvet, Roskilde’s storied main square alive with markets, history, and the atmosphere of Denmark’s royal heart.
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St. Mary's Church
Historic public square at the heart of Roskilde, home to markets, festivals, and community life, framed by centuries-old buildings and vibrant Danish tradition.
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Legepladsen i Skydebanehaven
UNESCO-listed Kronborg Castle in Helsingør is Denmark’s iconic Renaissance fortress—famous as Hamlet’s Elsinore—offering history, drama, and sweeping sea views.
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Roskilde Museum
Explore the enchanting world of Hans Christian Andersen through interactive exhibits in Copenhagen's heart.
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Helsingør Havne
Explore the enchanting world of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales in the heart of Copenhagen.
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Carlsberg Brewery Tours
Explore Copenhagen's Medicinsk Museion: A Journey Through Medical History in a Historic Setting.
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Gribsø
Explore Stendysse's ancient burial mounds in Hillerød, Denmark, and connect with prehistoric history amidst serene natural beauty.
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Island of imagination
Experience the ultimate LEGO-themed stay at LEGOLAND Hotel & Conference in Billund, Denmark.
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Christianshavn
Discover Copenhagen's charm with Tropical Bikes' diverse rentals and guided tours.
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Musicon-bydelen
Experience Roskilde’s vibrant past and present at Stændertorvet, the city’s historic main square framed by grand architecture and local life.
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Nørrebros Theater
Historic harborfront park in Copenhagen famed for the Little Mermaid, waterfront promenades, captivating sculptures, cherry blossoms, and vibrant urban green space.
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Segway Cruise Copenhagen
Experience the grandeur of Kronborg Castle, the legendary Elsinore of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, with breathtaking sea views, lavish halls, and centuries of Danish royal intrigue.
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Freddys Bar
Discover Stændertorvet, the bustling town square at the heart of Roskilde, where history, culture, and daily Danish life converge beneath cathedral towers.
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Nørrebro
Seaside park in Copenhagen with harbor views, historic sculptures—including the Little Mermaid—and tranquil promenades, blending maritime history with green open spaces.
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Escape Room by Midgaard Event
Experience contemporary creativity in a stunning former church tower at Nikolaj Art Gallery, where modern art meets centuries-old Copenhagen heritage.
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Kongedyssen
Immerse yourself in Denmark’s most interactive monkey park on the outskirts of Hillerød, offering close encounters, family fun, and a focus on primate welfare.
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Æbelholt Kloster - Museum Nordsjælland
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Kongeskibet Dannebrog
Experience the vibrant heart of Nørrebro at Sankt Hans Torv, where history, culture, and modern city life converge.
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Tropical Bikes
Explore Copenhagen's cycling culture with Tropical Bikes' diverse rental options and guided tours.
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AdventurePark
Explore Stendysse's ancient burial mounds in Hillerød, Denmark, and connect with prehistoric history amidst serene natural beauty.
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Gråbrødretorv
Nyhavn, Copenhagen’s iconic canal, charms with colorful heritage facades, lively quayside cafés, historic ships, and vibrant maritime atmosphere in the city center.
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Pub Crawl Copenhagen
Experience the vibrant blend of history and modernity at Sankt Hans Torv, Nørrebro's lively public square.
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Elværket Hillerød - Museum Nordsjælland
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Slotsgade
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Batzke's Hill
Monkey World is a captivating animal park near Hillerød, Denmark, where visitors enjoy interactive primate encounters and family-friendly wildlife adventures in natural surroundings.
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Magstræde
Explore Magstræde, Copenhagen's historic cobblestone street adorned with colorful 17th-century buildings and rich cultural heritage.
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Hillerød City Museum & Graphic Museum
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Parforcejagtlandskabet i Store Dyrehave UNESCO World Heritage
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Favrholm bird watching tower
Monkey World in Hillerød offers immersive encounters with primates, adventure playgrounds, and educational experiences for families just outside Copenhagen.
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Bredgade Kunsthandel
A lush, historic retreat nestled behind the Royal Library in central Copenhagen—offering sculptures, water features, and tranquil lawns amidst the city’s cultural heart.
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Copenhagen Food Tours - Best-Rated Experiences
Explore centuries of medical history at Copenhagen's Medicinsk Museion, housed in the historic Royal Surgical Academy.
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Holmen
A UNESCO-listed Renaissance stronghold, Kronborg Castle commands the Øresund and the imagination—famed as Hamlet’s Elsinore and an icon of Danish royal power.
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Genforeningssten i Hillerød
Experience intimate encounters with rescued animals in the serene Japanese gardens of Monkey World Hillerød.
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Gavlkunst
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Havnepromenade
Discover Copenhagen’s Garden of the Royal Library: an elegant and tranquil retreat bridging royal heritage and modern design in the heart of the Danish capital.
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Sundstorget
Experience close encounters with rescued animals in the serene Japanese gardens of Monkey World Hillerød.
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Skjoldungestien
Historic harbor with vibrant façades, classic ships, and lively cafés, Nyhavn is the heart of Copenhagen’s scenic charm and a hub for Danish culture and history.
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