Best Attractions Near Holmen (Køge)
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Tourist attraction4.5★25,953 reviews
Amalienborg
Rosenborg Castle, nestled amid the parklands of Copenhagen, is a 17th-century Renaissance castle renowned for its fairy-tale turrets, lavish interiors, and the treasures of Denmark’s monarchy. Visitors encounter regal halls, the glittering Crown Jewels, and a living chronicle of Danish royal history, all within enchanting gardens just beyond the city bustle.
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Tourist attraction4.1★26,296 reviews
The Little Mermaid
Frederiksholms Kanal weaves through Indre By, offering a tranquil waterside walk rich with history. Framed by elegant bridges, stately government buildings, and picturesque 18th-century architecture, this scenic canal is a peaceful escape in central Copenhagen. Once vital for maritime trade, today it invites visitors to linger by its serene banks and admire classic Danish urban design.
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Tourist attraction4.7★22,528 reviews
Nyhavn
Nyhavn is Copenhagen’s most iconic waterfront: a 17th‑century canal lined with brightly painted townhouses, bobbing wooden ships and buzzing terraces. Once a rough sailors’ quarter of taverns and brothels, it is now a lively promenade of cafés, bars and restaurants, and the main departure point for classic canal cruises. From summer jazz and people‑watching in the sun to cosy Christmas markets and twinkling lights in winter, Nyhavn distils the city’s maritime history and modern hygge into one unforgettable harbour scene.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–3 hrs
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Promenade4.3★23,898 reviews
Langelinie
Langelinie is Copenhagen’s classic waterfront promenade: a long, breezy quay and park curving around the harbour from the mighty Gefion Fountain to the outer pier. Home to the world‑famous Little Mermaid statue, historic monuments and views of cruise ships slipping into port, it blends maritime grit with leafy lawns, cherry trees and sculptures. Locals stroll, jog and sit on the quayside while visitors weave between memorials, fortifications and the gentle slap of waves against the stone.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 1–3 hrs
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Food court4.6★10,301 reviews
Reffen - Skøjteøen
Northern Europe's largest street food market set in a repurposed industrial shipyard on Refshaleøen waterfront. Over 35 food stalls, 10 bars, and creative workshops serve global cuisines in colorful shipping containers. Winter transforms the space into Skøjteøen, an atmospheric outdoor ice-skating venue with hot drinks and festive markets. Free entry year-round; food and drinks purchased separately.
Price level $Time to spend 2–5 hrs
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Church4.6★8,107 reviews
Frederik's Church
Crowning Copenhagen’s elegant Frederiksstaden district, Frederik’s Church—better known as the Marble Church—pairs a vast copper-green dome with a luminous circular nave of marble columns, frescoes and symbolic sculpture. Conceived in the 18th century as a royal monument and only completed in 1894 after a century of abandonment, it is today both a working Evangelical-Lutheran parish church and one of Denmark’s most striking architectural landmarks, with seasonal access to a dome walkway for sweeping city views.
Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun 12:30–17:00Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
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Opera house4.6★6,467 reviews
Copenhagen Opera House
Rising like a sleek ship on Copenhagen’s waterfront, the Copenhagen Opera House is the modern home of the Royal Danish Opera and one of Denmark’s most striking contemporary buildings. Completed in 2004 as a monumental private donation to the Danish people, it combines bold neo‑futurist architecture with warm, opulent interiors of oak, marble, bronze and gold leaf. Inside, a 1,400‑seat main auditorium, multiple rehearsal stages and an intimate experimental theatre host opera, ballet and concerts, while terraces and foyers frame superb harbour and city views.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs
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Harbor4.7★6,205 reviews
Nyhavn
Nyhavn is Copenhagen’s iconic 17th‑century waterfront, a narrow canal framed by brightly painted townhouses, historic wooden ships and a ribbon of bustling cafés and restaurants. Once a rough‑and‑ready sailors’ port, it is now a lively promenade where you can linger over smørrebrød and a beer, join a canal tour, trace Hans Christian Andersen’s footsteps, or simply sit on the quayside and watch boats glide in and out of the harbour light.
Time to spend 1–3 hrs
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Museum4.3★6,643 reviews
Designmuseum Danmark
Housed in Copenhagen’s former Royal Frederik’s Hospital, Designmuseum Danmark is the city’s essential stop for lovers of Danish and international design. Inside the elegant 18th‑century rococo building you’ll find iconic chairs, ceramics, textiles, fashion and graphic design, alongside smart temporary exhibitions exploring sustainability and contemporary creativity. A leafy inner garden, design-focused café and shop complete a quietly inspiring urban escape.
Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–3 hrs
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Observation deck4.4★3,579 reviews
Ofelia Plads
Ofelia Plads is a wide, modern waterfront square on Kvæsthusbroen in central Copenhagen, stretching out into the harbor between Nyhavn and Amalienborg. Built on a former industrial pier and completed in 2016, it’s now a cultural stage for open-air theatre, concerts, art installations and sports screenings, framed by the Royal Danish Playhouse, harbor views and minimalist “kissing stairs” that cascade towards the water, inviting you to linger in almost any season.
Daily 6:00–22:30Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
Gefion Fountain
Surging with spray on Copenhagen’s harbourfront, the Gefion Fountain is a dramatic bronze tableau of the Norse goddess Gefion driving four straining oxen through the water. Gifted to the city in 1908 by the Carlsberg Foundation, it illustrates the mythic creation of Zealand, the island on which Copenhagen stands. Set between Langelinie Park, Kastellet fortress and St Alban’s Church, this free, open-air monument is as much storytelling in bronze as it is a refreshing city landmark.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
The Playhouse
The Royal Danish Playhouse, known simply as The Playhouse, is Copenhagen’s striking modern theatre for spoken drama, set right on the Inner Harbour at Sankt Annæ Plads. Opened in 2008 and designed by Danish architects Lundgaard & Tranberg, its long brick facade, glass-clad upper floor and dark copper stage tower rise over a wooden pier that juts into the water. Even without a ticket, visitors linger here for harbour views, a relaxed café-restaurant and the chance to experience one of the city’s boldest contemporary cultural landmarks.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
Kastellet
Rosenborg Castle, built in the early 17th century by King Christian IV, stands as a testament to Denmark's rich royal heritage. This Dutch Renaissance-style castle houses the Danish crown jewels and regalia, offering visitors a glimpse into the opulent lives of past monarchs.
Daily 6:00–20:00
Copenhagen Contemporary
Copenhagen Contemporary is Denmark’s powerhouse for large-scale installation art, set in a vast former shipyard welding hall on Refshaleøen. Across 7,000m² of raw industrial space, you encounter immersive light works, monumental video pieces and interactive installations by global names and rising Nordic talents. The center doubles as a cultural hub, with talks, performances, creative workshops, a design-focused shop and a relaxed café, all framed by harbour views and the gritty-chic atmosphere of Copenhagen’s newest creative district.
Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–3.5 hrs
Medicinsk Museion
Housed in the former Royal Academy of Surgeons from 1787, Medical Museion on Bredgade turns the history of medicine into an intimate, often intense encounter with the human body. Exhibitions like Mind the Gut and The Body Collected mix historic specimens, instruments, and contemporary art to explore everything from epidemics and psychiatry to DNA and the microbiome. Atmospheric wooden lecture theatres, glass jars of preserved organs, and thought‑provoking displays make this compact museum one of Copenhagen’s most distinctive science and history experiences.
Tue–Fri 10:00–16:00 · Sat–Sun 12:00–16:00Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–3 hrs
Kunsthal Charlottenborg
Kunsthal Charlottenborg is Copenhagen’s leading venue for contemporary art, housed in a stately baroque palace just off Nyhavn and Kongens Nytorv. As the official exhibition space of the Royal Danish Academy of Art, it hosts changing shows by Danish and international artists, alongside talks, performances, film screenings and a stylish courtyard bar and bookshop. With no permanent collection, every visit brings a fresh curatorial perspective on today’s most urgent artistic ideas.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs
Museum of Danish Resistance
Set partly underground beside Copenhagen’s historic Citadel, the Museum of Danish Resistance immerses you in Denmark’s World War II occupation. Atmospheric, dimly lit galleries follow five real individuals through acts of defiance, collaboration and survival between 1940 and 1945. Interactive exhibits let you print illegal newspapers, intercept phone calls and attempt codebreaking, while original artifacts, film and soundscapes explore the moral grey zones of resistance. Clear bilingual interpretation, family-friendly storytelling and full accessibility make this one of the city’s most compelling history museums.
Daily 10:00–17:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Amalienborg Palace Museum
Set inside Christian VIII’s Palace on Copenhagen’s Amalienborg Square, the Amalienborg Palace Museum offers an intimate look at 150 years of Danish royal life. Step through Rococo halls and preserved private rooms of kings and queens, from Christian IX and Queen Louise to the present monarchy. Period interiors, gala spaces and rotating exhibitions trace how Denmark’s royal family has lived, worked and celebrated at Amalienborg, right at the heart of the country’s constitutional monarchy.
Tue–Fri 10:00–15:00 · Sat–Sun 10:00–16:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs
Amaliehaven
Amaliehaven is a compact, meticulously designed waterfront garden between Amalienborg Palace and Copenhagen Harbor in the Frederiksstaden district. Laid out in 1983 as a gift to the city from the A.P. Møller Foundation, it blends strict geometric hedges, a dramatic central fountain, and bronze columns with colorful flower beds and cherry trees. Enclosed by low walls and greenery, it feels like a sheltered oasis, yet opens dramatically toward the harbor and the opera house beyond.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2.5 hrs
St Alban's Church
St Alban’s Church, often called the English Church, is a striking Gothic Revival landmark set in Churchillparken beside Copenhagen’s Kastellet and the Gefion Fountain. Built between 1885 and 1887 for the city’s growing Anglican congregation, it resembles a traditional English parish church, with flint and limestone walls, a soaring spire and richly detailed interior. Its tranquil park setting and strong Danish–British royal connections make it both a place of worship and a characterful stop on any city stroll.
Mon–Sat 10:00–13:00 · Sun 13:00–16:00Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Hey Captain
Hey Captain is a small-group canal and harbor tour operator based at Kvæsthusbroen/Ofelia Plads in central Copenhagen, offering relaxed, sociable cruises through the city’s waterways. Founded by two friends who started sailing their own boat around the harbor, the company focuses on “social sailing”: intimate boats, chatty captains, and a homely atmosphere rather than scripted commentary. Routes range from classic landmark circuits to off-the-beaten-track “hidden gems” in new harbor districts, often with covered boats, blankets, and drinks available on board.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
Inderhavnsbroen
Stretching 180 meters across Copenhagen’s Inner Harbour, Inderhavnsbroen is a striking pedestrian and cycle bridge linking colorful Nyhavn with laid‑back Christianshavn. Nicknamed the “kissing bridge” for its sliding sections that meet in the middle, it’s both a vital everyday commuter link and a scenic waterside promenade. Come for big-sky harbour views, close-up encounters with passing boats, and a front-row look at contemporary Danish engineering in action.
Daily 14:00–9:00Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
North Atlantic House
North Atlantic House is a vibrant cultural centre housed in a restored 18th-century maritime warehouse on Copenhagen's harbourfront in Christianshavn. Dedicated to preserving and celebrating the art, culture, and heritage of Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands, it features rotating exhibitions, live performances, lectures, and a Nordic-inspired brasserie. The building itself—originally constructed in 1767—retains its industrial character with exposed beams and raw plank floors, creating an authentic backdrop for contemporary North Atlantic art and cultural exchange.
Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00 · Sat–Sun 12:00–17:00Price level $Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs
Nyboder
Set within one of Copenhagen’s iconic yellow Nyboder houses, Nyboder Mindestuer at Sankt Pauls Gade 24 is a small but evocative museum dedicated to the lives of Danish naval families. Rooms furnished across different centuries show how sailors, workers and their families lived, cooked and slept in these modest yet privileged barracks, part of a unique 17th‑century neighborhood still tied to Denmark’s armed forces today.
Sun 11:00–14:00Price level $Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Segway Cruise Copenhagen
Glide through Copenhagen's iconic landmarks on a guided Segway tour, covering major sights like the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg Palace, and Kastellet in just one or two hours. Expert guides provide safety training and fascinating historical commentary, making this an efficient and exhilarating way to explore the city's most famous attractions without the fatigue of walking.
Daily 9:00–17:00Price level $Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs
St. Alexander Nevsky Church
St. Alexander Nevsky Church is Copenhagen’s only Russian Orthodox church, a compact yet striking landmark on Bredgade crowned with gilded onion domes. Built in the early 1880s as a gift from the Russian state to mark the royal marriage between the future Tsar Alexander III and the Danish princess Dagmar, it blends red brick, pale stone and ornate iconography into a vivid slice of imperial Russia in the heart of the Danish capital. Inside, candlelit icons, rich iconostasis and the lingering scent of incense create a contemplative contrast to the elegant streets and palaces outside.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
The Genetically Modified Little Mermaid by Bjørn Nørgaard
Set in a harbour basin by the historic Dahlerups Pakhus on Langelinie, the Genetically Modified Little Mermaid is Bjørn Nørgaard’s provocative twist on Copenhagen’s most famous icon. Part of the larger “Genetically Modified Paradise” sculpture group, this distorted mermaid sits on her own tiny island, just a short walk from the classic Little Mermaid. It is an outdoor, freely accessible artwork that blends humour, philosophy and social critique against a backdrop of granite paving, fountain basins and working harbour views.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–1 hr
Refshaleøen, Copenhagen
Refshaleøen is Copenhagen's transformed industrial waterfront island, once home to the legendary B&W shipyard and now a thriving creative hub. This former industrial wasteland has evolved into a vibrant destination featuring world-class restaurants including Michelin-starred venues, street food markets, contemporary art galleries, craft breweries, and cultural events. Located just 15 minutes by bike from central Copenhagen, the island seamlessly blends raw industrial heritage with cutting-edge urban development, offering visitors an authentic glimpse of Copenhagen's innovative spirit.
Price level $$Time to spend 2–6 hrs
Den Frie Udstilling
Den Frie Udstilling, housed in the striking Den Frie Centre of Contemporary Art near Østerport in Copenhagen, is an artist-founded exhibition venue dedicated to experimental contemporary practice. Established by artists in the late 19th century, it continues to present bold, changing group and solo shows that engage with the building’s distinctive wooden architecture. Expect a compact but atmospheric circuit of bright galleries, a small bookshop and café, and a program that often foregrounds artist-run initiatives and collaborative projects.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Langelinieparken
Tucked along Copenhagen’s harbourfront in Indre By, Langelinieparken blends leafy lawns, sweeping sea views and grand memorials into one of the city’s most atmospheric green spaces. The park stretches between the Gefion Fountain area, Kastellet fortress and the cruise-ship pier, framing promenades that link iconic sights like the Little Mermaid and the soaring Ivar Huitfeldt column. It is a serene place for unhurried strolls, quiet benches, and watching ships slip in and out of port.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 1–3 hrs
Copenhagen Amber Museum
Tucked into Kanneworff’s House on Kongens Nytorv by Nyhavn, the Copenhagen Amber Museum pairs one of the city’s oldest timbered houses with a glittering journey through 30–50 million years of history. Inside, you explore Baltic amber from raw nuggets and insect-filled specimens to intricate jewellery and rare artefacts, including some of the world’s largest pieces. Compact yet atmospheric, it’s an easy cultural stop to weave into a Nyhavn stroll or a wider exploration of central Copenhagen.
Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00 · Sat 11:00–17:00Price level $Time to spend 1–1.5 hrs
Monument to Denmark's international activities after 1948
Tucked within Copenhagen’s star-shaped fortress of Kastellet, the Monument to Denmark's International Activities after 1948 is a sober, contemporary memorial honoring Danes who have served in international missions since the Second World War. Set amid grassy ramparts, historic barracks and a working military base, the monument combines an eternal flame, engraved names and a contemplative plaza that invites quiet reflection on Denmark’s global engagement and the personal cost of peacekeeping and overseas operations.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Springvandet i Amaliehaven af Arnaldo Pomodoro
Set at the heart of Copenhagen’s Amaliehaven, the dramatic bronze fountain by Italian sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro anchors a formal garden between Amalienborg Palace and the harbor. Jets of water burst from geometric forms, framed by clipped hedges, flower beds, and views towards the Marble Church and the opera house. Open at all hours and free to enjoy, it is a tranquil yet striking spot for a pause, photos, or simply watching the play of light on water.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
ZinkGlobal by Kim Michael
ZinkGlobal is a striking 3 m waterfront sculpture in Copenhagen, crafted by Danish artist Kim “TheZinker” Michael from scrap metal and old machine parts. The contemplative figure, reminiscent of Rodin’s Thinker, sits on an oversized key symbolising the “key to the future.” Installed in 2012 on the harborfront at Nordre Toldbod, it stands amid historic pavilions and royal architecture, offering a bold contrast between industrial upcycling and the city’s classical surroundings.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.2–1 hr
Trekroner Fort
Trekroner Fort is a historic sea fortress on an artificial island guarding the entrance to Copenhagen’s harbour. Built from the late 18th century on the foundations of scuttled warships, it played a key role in the Battle of Copenhagen in 1801 and the British bombardment in 1807. Today you come for atmospheric casemate tunnels, cannon positions and sweeping skyline views, reached by a short boat ride from the city. On summer days, lawns, simple exhibitions and the breeze off the Øresund make it a relaxed, quietly dramatic escape.
Price level $Time to spend 1.5–3 hrs
Kongeskibet Dannebrog
Moored along Copenhagen’s inner harbour, Kongeskibet Dannebrog is the elegant royal yacht that serves as the official and private residence of the Danish monarch when at sea. Launched in 1931–32 to replace an earlier paddle steamer of the same name, the 78-metre vessel is a working naval ship and floating palace in one. Visitors on the quayside can admire its classic clipper bow, elliptical stern, tall masts and immaculate white-and-ochre profile, and, with a little luck, witness ceremonial departures or arrivals during the royal family’s summer voyages.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Bredgade Kunsthandel
Davis Gallery is a dynamic contemporary art space located on Bredgade, Copenhagen's premier art street. Specializing in cutting-edge works by emerging and established artists, the gallery presents approximately seven exhibitions annually featuring painting, sculpture, ceramics, and mixed media. With a focus on young talent and innovative artistic voices, Davis Gallery serves as a vital platform for contemporary Danish and international creators. The gallery's refined, light-filled interior and thoughtfully curated exhibitions make it an essential destination for art collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors exploring Copenhagen's vibrant cultural scene.
Tue–Sat 12:00–17:00Time to spend 0.8–2 hrs
Holmen
Holmen is a characterful waterside district in Copenhagen, spread across former naval islands between Christianshavn and Refshaleøen. Once the heart of Denmark’s naval dockyards, it now blends historic brick barracks, canals and industrial relics with the striking Copenhagen Opera House, creative schools, cafés and harbor swimming spots. Calm, spacious and quietly scenic, it offers big sky views back to the city’s spires and palaces without ever feeling far from the urban buzz.
Time to spend 1.5–4 hrs
Langelinie Park
Stretching along Copenhagen’s inner harbour, Langelinie Park is a long green ribbon of lawns, trees and waterfront promenades linking the Little Mermaid, Gefion Fountain and the star-shaped Kastellet fortress. Cruise ships dock nearby, locals stroll and jog the paths, and scattered statues, monuments and a marina create an easy mix of history, sculpture and sea views. In spring, cherry blossoms add colour, while benches, playgrounds and wide paths make this an inviting, low‑key escape close to the city centre.
Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs
Amaliegade
Amaliegade is one of Copenhagen’s most elegant historic streets, forming the main north–south axis of the Rococo district Frederiksstaden in Indre By. Lined with 18th‑century mansions, embassies and townhouses, it runs from leafy Sankt Annæ Plads to Esplanaden, passing directly through Amalienborg Palace and its colonnades. This gracious boulevard invites slow exploration of royal history, refined architecture and quiet side courtyards just steps from the harborfront.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Nyhavnsbroen & Nyhavn
Nyhavnsbroen is the low canal bridge that links both sides of Copenhagen’s iconic Nyhavn, the 17th‑century harbour lined with colourful townhouses, historic wooden ships and buzzing cafés. From this modest crossing you get the classic postcard panorama of Nyhavn’s facades reflected in the water, with canal boats gliding underneath and cyclists and pedestrians streaming past above. It is both a practical city artery and one of Copenhagen’s most photogenic viewpoints, especially in soft morning or golden‑hour light.
Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Bredgade 18
Set along Copenhagen’s grand Bredgade boulevard in the historic Frederiksstaden district, Bredgade 18 sits among stately mansions, churches and galleries that showcase classic Danish urban architecture. Just a short walk from Kongens Nytorv and the Marble Church, the address is part of a prestigious street once lined with aristocratic townhouses and elegant gardens. Today it blends heritage facades, decorative stonework and shopfronts with the city’s contemporary design, legal and gallery scene, offering a characteristic slice of central Copenhagen’s architectural fabric.
Time to spend 0.2–1 hr
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