11 amazing viewpoints: See Copenhagen from above
Copenhagen's list of tall, innovative architecture keeps reaching dizzying new heights. Especially with the opening of CopenHill - an 85 meter tall waste-to-energy plant with a ski slope, a climbing wall, a hiking trail and public park on top. Here are the best viewpoints in Copenhagen.
Photo: Daniel Rasmussen
Photo: Daniel Rasmussen
CopenHill
Futuristic, unparalleled ski slope and recreational hill on top of a new resource handling centre.
Photo: Daniel Rasmussen
Maersk Tower
Discover the University of Copenhagen's innovative 75-metre-tall tower, which also offers one of the best views of the city.
© Wonderful Copenhagen / Thomas Høyrup ChristensenPhoto: Thomas Høyrup Christensen
The Tower, Christiansborg Palace
With its 106 metres, the Christiansborg Palace tower is the highest in Copenhagen, and it offers a magnificent view of the city's rooftops. It is free to access the tower, and if you want to add some spice to the experience, you can dine in The Tower's restaurant.
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The tower at Copenhagen ZOO
Copenhagen ZOO is located on a small hill in the Frederiksberg area. Climb the iconic tower and get a reward worth the effort: Stunning 360 degrees views of the city.
© Wonderful CopenhagenPhoto: Martin Heiberg
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.
Photo: Maria Kathrine Preisler
Glyptoteket Rooftop
Enjoy a drink and an amazing view at Glyptoteket's rooftop.
© Wonderful CopenhagenPhoto: Simon Bang
Konditaget Lüders
Welcome to Konditaget Lüders, a one-of-a-kind activity park 24 metres above the ground in Nordhavn.
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City Hall Tower
See Copenhagen from above with a tour up to the City Hall Tower.
Photo: Marc Skafte-Vaabengaard
The Round Tower
In the heart of Copenhagen lies the Round Tower – one of Denmark's most iconic landmarks. Besides its distinctive Spiral Ramp, which leads to a spectacular 360-degree view of the city, the tower also…
© Wonderful CopenhagenPhoto: Daniel Rasmussen
Church of Our Saviour
Our Saviour's is one of Denmark's most famous churches, and since the serpentine spire was inaugurated in 1752, climbing all 400 steps to the top has been very popular.
Photo: Maria Kathrine Preisler
Cinematheque rooftop: Filmtaget
Enjoy the amazing view at Cinematekets rooftop called Filmtaget. Here you can also experience the open-air rooftop cinema and delicious food and drinks from Filmtagets Eatery and Bar.
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