Urban Oasis by the Baltic: Amager Beachpark
Copenhagen’s Amager Beachpark blends expansive sandy shores, tranquil lagoons, and vibrant activity into the city’s liveliest urban seaside retreat.
Amager Beachpark is Copenhagen's premier urban beach—a sprawling stretch of white sand, grassy dunes, and calm bathing lagoons facing the Baltic Sea. Easily accessible from the city, it offers locals and visitors a unique blend of leisure, recreation, and waterfront views. Open year-round and free to enter, the park is a magnet for swimmers, cyclists, kite surfers, and families seeking a sea breeze escape from city life.
A brief summary to Amager Beachpark
- Amager Strand Promenaden 1, Copenhagen, København S, 2300, DK
Local tips
- Bring layers—even on sunny days, Baltic breezes can make the temperature cooler than expected.
- The main artificial island section is best for classic beach lounging, while the southern end offers a wilder landscape and fewer crowds.
- Metro stations Øresund and Amager Strand are both a short walk from the park, making public transit fast and easy.
- Look for open-air bathrooms and showers dotted throughout the park for post-swim convenience.
- Weekends and warm evenings can get busy—come early or later in the day for a more peaceful experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
Board a metro train from central Copenhagen and travel toward the Øresund or Amager Strand stations—both just a few minutes' walk from the water’s edge. The journey typically takes 10–15 minutes from the city center. A single metro ticket costs 24 DKK for adults. Trains run frequently throughout the day, and the stations are clearly signposted with beach-themed art installations.
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Taxi
Taxis from central Copenhagen usually reach Amager Beachpark in under 15 minutes. Expect to pay around 120–160 DKK depending on traffic. Ask to be dropped by one of the main entrances, near the large flagpoles or the iconic round lifeguard tower overlooking the promenade.
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Cycling
Copenhagen’s extensive bike lanes make it easy to pedal directly to the park. It’s a comfortable 20–30-minute ride from most central neighborhoods, with parking racks at nearly every entrance. Using the city’s bike-share system typically costs 10–20 DKK per hour, with scenic city and waterfront views along the way.
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Driving/Parking
A short drive from central Copenhagen brings you to the beach’s designated parking areas. Parking is metered, generally costing 11 DKK per hour. Spaces can fill quickly, especially on warm weekends, so public transport or cycling are often preferable.
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C.F. Tietgens Hus
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Circle Bridge
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Kopenhagen
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Nyholm Central Guardhouse
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Lille Langebro
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Børsen
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I am Queen Mary
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Unmissable attractions to see
Amager Beach Park
1.0 km
Copenhagen’s long, sandy front porch on the Øresund, where dunes, lagoons and a city promenade turn everyday life into a seaside escape.
Den Blå Planet
1.9 km
Northern Europe's largest aquarium where sharks swim overhead and sea otters steal your heart.
St. Anne's Church
2.5 km
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Operaen
3.8 km
Innovative cocktails in a historic Copenhagen setting.
DR Koncerthuset
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Lille Mølle
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Christiania
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Church of Our Saviour
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Sankt Annæ Gade
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North Atlantic House
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Christianshavns Kanal
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Christianshavn
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Inderhavnsbroen
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Copenhagen Opera House
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Essential places to dine
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Noma
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Cafe Wilder
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Restaurant Barr
4.2 km
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Restaurant Kanalen
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Kadeau
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La Banchina
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Cap Horn
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King Hans Cellar
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Alchemist
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Lassie Bar
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Pier5 Bar
5.0 km
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Ved Stranden
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K-Bar
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The Marble Bar
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The Dubliner
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