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.
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Amalienborg Palace
Take a peek behind the scenes of the Danish Royal Family.

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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.

Photo: Daniel Rasmussen© Wonderful Copenhagen
GreenKayak
Borrow a kayak for free and help keep Copenhagen’s waters clean, while you explore the harbour.

Photo: Martin Heiberg© Wonderful Copenhagen
Superkilen park
Public recreational space in Nørrebro with diversity at its heart.

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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.

Photo: Astrid Maria Rasmussen
Copenhagen's harbour baths and beaches

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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
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
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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Changing of the Royal Guards
Experience a royal tradition up close, Changing of The Royal Guard

Photo: Simon Bang© Wonderful Copenhagen
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
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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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
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
A unique mini theme park in the woods north of Copenhagen, Bakken is the oldest amusement park in the world.

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Copenhagen Local Walks
Free self-guided audio walks in Copenhagen neighbourhoods.

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Absalon
Copenhagen's joyful, fun-packed community house where you can expect anything from social dining, bingo, themed parties and live talks.







