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St Alban’s Church: An English Gem in the Heart of Copenhagen

Discover St Alban’s Church, a beautiful English Gothic landmark set in Churchill Park, blending British heritage with Copenhagen’s historic waterfront and citadel.

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St Alban’s Church is Copenhagen’s only Anglican church, set amidst Churchill Park near the iconic Kastellet and the Little Mermaid statue. Built in the late 19th century for the city’s growing British community, the church charms visitors with its traditional English Gothic architecture, lush parkland surroundings, and dainty stained glass windows. Its unique placement against the scenic backdrop of the city’s star-shaped citadel and busy waterfront makes it an enchanting place for worship, quiet reflection, and sightseeing in central Copenhagen.

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Local tips

  • Often open for free daily visits, but check before you go, as opening hours may vary during church services and events.
  • Combine your visit with a stroll through nearby Kastellet fortress and past the city’s famous Little Mermaid statue.
  • Photography is allowed, but please be discreet and considerate if services are ongoing.
  • The church welcomes everyone for Sunday services, conducted in English, which can be a moving experience even for non-religious visitors.
  • No entrance fee is charged, but small donations help with the upkeep of this historic building.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    Travelers from Helsingør typically arrive by train at Copenhagen’s central train station. From there, most visitors hop on a metro or S-train to reach the city’s historic core, followed by a short walk toward Churchill Park. Public transport for this segment—train from Helsingør to Copenhagen—costs approximately 90-100 DKK each way, and metro or bus rides inside Copenhagen city center average 24 DKK. The church is set just north of Amalienborg Palace, making navigation easy by following signs toward the citadel and harborside.

  • Taxi

    A taxi ride from Copenhagen’s central station or the city center brings you directly to Churchillparken in around 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect fares of approximately 110–160 DKK for this leg. Taxis can drop passengers right at the park’s edge, a short walk from the church entrance. Note that parking near the church is limited and subject to city pay-and-display rules averaging 38 DKK per hour.

  • Walking

    From the city center, it’s a pleasant 15–20-minute stroll through Copenhagen’s embassy district, passing royal gardens and waterfront promenades. The church spire is easily spotted above the park's greenery, providing an excellent orientation point. Along the way, you’ll pass several major city landmarks en route to the entrance.

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St Alban’s Church, sometimes affectionately known as 'the English Church,' stands as a striking testament to cross-cultural friendship and Victorian-era Gothic Revival architecture. Constructed between 1885 and 1887, thanks to generous donations from British royal patronage—principally Princess Alexandra, the Danish-born wife of Edward VII—it was built to serve Copenhagen’s flourishing English-speaking community. The church occupies a serene spot at the far edge of Churchillparken, right beside the ramparts of Kastellet fortress and across the leafy lawns from the iconic Little Mermaid statue. Visitors are welcomed into an elegant interior of warm limestone, slender pillars, and pointed arches. Vivid stained glass windows—many with maritime themes—bathe the nave in colored light, while carved wood pews and tile floors reflect the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The spire, a landmark visible from the city’s harborside promenades, rises above the skyline—making St Alban’s a picturesque orientation point just a stone’s throw from Denmark’s most photogenic walking routes. The peaceful churchyard and the surrounding park offer a tranquil retreat, especially during Sunday services or when the city’s bustle becomes overwhelming. Services, presented in English, embrace a friendly international congregation. Despite its Anglican roots, St Alban’s warmly welcomes all, hosting everything from choral concerts to contemplative readings. With its convenient location within minutes’ walk of Amalienborg Palace and Gefion Fountain, the church is both an architectural delight and a perfect stop for travelers discovering Copenhagen’s historical heart. Admission is free, and the church is usually open daily during daylight hours except for special events or services. As it’s an active parish, visitors are asked to be respectful during services. The atmospheric church and lush old trees around it create a subtle, almost secret garden atmosphere—an oasis of calm amid Copenhagen’s proud monuments and lively grandeur.

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