Historic sites in Copenhagen
Historic Sites of Copenhagen
Copenhagen’s historical landscape spans from medieval ruins to 18th-century rococo palaces. This collection features the seat of the Danish Parliament at Christiansborg, the Renaissance-era Rosenborg Castle housing the crown jewels, and the royal residence at Amalienborg. Beyond palaces, the list includes the city’s oldest public squares, the Gefion Fountain’s Norse mythological carvings, and poignant sites like the Ryvangen Memorial Park and the Assistens Cemetery tomb of Hans Christian Andersen.
Ruins under Christiansborg
Visit the ruins of a castle that stood on the ground of today’s Christiansborg Palace 800 years ago.
The Little Mermaid
Famous bronze sculpture inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, symbolizing Danish literary heritage and maritime history.
City Hall Square
Central public square known for its historical significance, monuments, and accessibility. It serves as a hub for events and gatherings in the city center.
Church of Our Lady
The Church of Our Lady is the Lutheran cathedral of Copenhagen. It is situated on the Frue Plads public square in central Copenhagen, next…
Gefion Fountain
Large monumental fountain and wishing well depicting a Norse goddess and her sons transformed into oxen. It illustrates the mythical creation of the island of Zealand through the act of plowing land from Sweden.
Charlottenborg Palace
Historic baroque palace housing an art academy and contemporary art exhibition hall.
Church of the Holy Ghost
One of the oldest churches in Copenhagen, founded at the beginning of the 15th century and located on the pedestrian street Strøget.
Elephant Gate
Standing on the backs of four stone elephants, this gate was built as an entrance to the Ny Carlsberg Brewhouse.
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