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Free things to do in Copenhagen

You do not have to miss out just because you are travelling on a tight budget. Have a stroll around the colourful streets, relax in the parks and get free access to major attractions with the Copenhagen Card. 

Here are a few things for you to check out that won't cost you a dime. 

Photo: Astrid Maria Rasmussen
The Harbour Circle
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The Harbour Circle

A 13-km route around Copenhagen's harbour.
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Amalienborg Palace
Photo: Martin Heiberg

Amalienborg Palace

Take a peek behind the scenes of the Danish Royal Family.
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Frederiksberg Garden
Photo: Maria Sattrup

Green Copenhagen: The best parks and gardens

Gardens and parks are scattered all over Copenhagen, and you are never far from a green oasis. These are the perfect spots to relax, sunbathe, go for a stroll or have a picnic.

GreenKayak
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GreenKayak

Borrow a kayak for free and help keep Copenhagen’s waters clean, while you explore the harbour.
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Superkilen park
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Superkilen park

Public recreational space in Nørrebro with diversity at its heart.
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StoryHunt
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StoryHunt

Explore at your own pace with StoryHunt's self-guided audio walks in Copenhagen and beyond. Through their app you can listen to stories about local history, life in Denmark, modern culture and much more. All their stories are available as both text and audio and many offer engaging quizzes.
Islands Brygge Havnebad
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Copenhagen's harbour baths and beaches

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Marmorkirken
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The Marble Church

The city’s most impressive church, with views over the city from the top, the Marble Church is also known as Frederik's Church.
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Fælledparken Skatepark
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Fælledparken Skatepark

Fælledparken Skatepark is with its 4600 square meters one of the largest skate parks in Denmark. It is placed in one of Copenhagen’s most used and loved parks.
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The Citadel Copenhagen
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The Citadel

The Citadel in Copenhagen was founded by Danish King Christian 4 in 1626. You will find it on the border of inner Copenhagen and the area of Østerbro.
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Livgarde
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Changing of the Royal Guards

Experience a royal tradition up close, Changing of The Royal Guard
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Konditaget Lüders
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Konditaget Lüders

Welcome to Konditaget Lüders, a one-of-a-kind activity park 24 metres above the ground in Nordhavn.
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Grundtvig's Church
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Grundtvig's Church

Grundtvig's Church was erected in commemoration of the great Danish priest, poet, and reformer N.F.S. Grundtvig (1783 - 1882). This monumental church is referred to in modern terms as a gothic cathedral.
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Find the wooden giants lurking in the woods outside Copenhagen
Photo: Martin Heiberg© The Forgotten Giants by Thomas Dambo

The Forgotten Giants

Go hunting for the six wooden giants (© Thomas Dambo) lurking in the woods of Copenhagen’s suburbs. Scattered around lush forests, meadows, and by calm waters in suburbia Copenhagen, you'll meet the tall, quirky-looking wooden sculptures which are pretty far from your typical tourist attraction.
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Islands Brygge Harbour Bath
Photo: Astrid Maria Rasmussen© Wonderful Copenhagen

Islands Brygge Harbour Bath

One of the most visited is located at Islands Brygge, right across the bridge from the city centre. This spot has become iconic, and here you get open air swimming right in the centre of the city.
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Bakken
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Bakken

A unique mini theme park in the woods north of Copenhagen, Bakken is the oldest amusement park in the world.
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Street
Photo: Assia Syed

Copenhagen Local Walks

Free self-guided audio walks in Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
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Absalon
Photo: Giuseppe Liverino

Absalon

Copenhagen's joyful, fun-packed community house where you can expect anything from social dining, bingo, themed parties and live talks.
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There's many more free things for you to explore...