Best Attractions Near The Playhouse (Køge)

Planning a trip to The Playhouse? Discover the best attractions nearby with history, expert tips, and routes. Free on web or the Evendo app.

The best attractions near The Playhouse

44 attractions

  1. Tourist attraction4.332,728 reviews

    Christiania

    Freetown Christiania is an autonomous anarchist commune and intentional community established in 1971 on a former military base in Copenhagen's Christianshavn district. Home to 850–1,000 residents across 7.7 hectares, this self-governing enclave operates independently from Danish law with its own rules, culture, and creative spirit. Known for colorful hand-built architecture, vibrant street art, music venues, and alternative lifestyle, Christiania attracts over a million visitors annually. Following a major community-led transformation in 2024, the area is now safer and more welcoming to tourists exploring its unique bohemian character.

    Open 24 hoursTime to spend 2–4 hrs

    10 min walk · 0.8 kmBådsmandsstræde 43, 1407 København K

  2. Tourist attraction4.525,953 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.

    6 min walk · 0.5 kmAmalienborg Slotsplads 5, 1257 København K

  3. Tourist attraction4.722,528 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

    3 min walk · 0.2 kmK, Nyhavn, 1051 København

  4. Plaza4.417,291 reviews

    Kongens Nytorv

    Kongens Nytorv, or The King’s New Square, is Copenhagen’s grand central square in the heart of the old town. Laid out in the 17th century by King Christian V, it is framed by landmark buildings such as the Royal Danish Theatre, Hotel d’Angleterre and Kunsthal Charlottenborg, with the city’s oldest equestrian statue at its center. Today it is a busy urban plaza, a green formal garden, a metro hub, and a seasonal stage for everything from Christmas markets and ice skating to royal guards marching by.

    Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs

    7 min walk · 0.5 kmKongens Nytorv, 1050 København K

  5. Church4.68,107 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

    8 min walk · 0.6 kmFrederiksgade 4, 1265 København

  6. Church4.67,333 reviews

    Church of Our Saviour

    Rising above the canals of Christianshavn, the Church of Our Saviour is one of Copenhagen’s most distinctive landmarks, famed for its black-and-gold spiral tower wrapped in an external staircase. Inside, a luminous Baroque nave, lavish altar and a monumental organ resting on sculpted elephants reveal the ambition of 17th-century Denmark. Those who tackle the 400-step climb, including 150 steps in the open air, are rewarded with wide-open views across rooftops, harbor, and sea.

    Daily 9:00–20:00Price level $Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

    10 min walk · 0.8 kmSankt Annæ Gade 29, 1416 København

  7. Opera house4.66,467 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

    5 min walk · 0.4 kmEkvipagemestervej 10, 1438 København K

  8. Harbor4.76,205 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

    3 min walk · 0.2 kmIndre By

  9. Museum4.36,643 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

    10 min walk · 0.7 kmBredgade 68, 1260 København

  10. Performing arts theater4.63,655 reviews

    The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage

    The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage form the twin hearts of Denmark’s national theatre in central Copenhagen. On Kongens Nytorv, the 19th‑century Old Stage dazzles with chandeliers, gilded boxes and baroque flourishes, traditionally hosting ballet and grand performances. Down on the harborfront, the Royal Danish Playhouse is a striking modern counterpart, its long brick facade, glass foyer and oak-boarded pier jutting out over the water to frame views of the Inner Harbour and the Opera House.

    Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–4 hrs

    7 min walk · 0.5 kmAugust Bournonvilles Passage 8, 1055 København K

Explore The Playhouse on the map

A handpicked selection of must-see spots near The Playhouse, mapped for you.

More about The Playhouse

The Playhouse
Place guide

The Playhouse travel guide

Contemporary Danish drama in a hovering waterfront landmark, where sharp Scandinavian architecture meets a broad wooden pier and sweeping views of Copenhagen’s inner harbour.

Tell me more about The Playhouse

More to explore near The Playhouse

Explore more

Køge
More of the region

Explore more of Køge

Explore Køge, Denmark's coastal gem, with its medieval charm, beautiful marina, and close proximity to the stunning Stevns Klint UNESCO World Heritage site.

Explore Køge
The Evendo app on two phones

Your all-in-one travel companion app

Explore expert travel guides, compare and book tours, experiences, hotels, and more, all from the palm of your hand. Download now for seamless trip planning wherever your wanderlust takes you.

  • Travel guides to regions, countries, cities, landmarks and attractions worldwide
  • Photos, local tips, maps, opening hours and contact details for every place
  • Easy booking for hotels, tours, tickets and experiences
Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
More about the Evendo app

Evendo is a 100% free travel guide app: plan a trip, find what is worth seeing and book it, all in one place.

  • Restaurants, bars, nightclubs and shops picked for every destination
  • A "Near me" view of the attractions and amenities around you
  • History and travel essentials for each country and city

From world regions down to a single landmark, every guide brings together the places to see, where to eat and drink, and where to stay, with descriptions, photos and maps to help you plan.

No in-app purchases and no hidden costs. Download Evendo and take your guides with you wherever you travel.

Get the latest from Evendo

Hand-picked travel deals, new destination guides and trip ideas, straight to your inbox.