At ten hectares (25-ish acres?) it's not the largest Botanical Garden I've visited. The pathways…read moreseemed very crowded at noon on this particular weekday. So my experience was a little less enjoyable sauntering, and more Pacman-style weaving to get where I wanted to go. I can see there is beauty here, and I imagine that I would enjoy it more during a less busy time.

The Botanical Gardens are connected/right next to the geological museum…read more The main highlight is that they are open fairly early in the morning and are free. That and the fact that botanical gardens are just gosh-dang beautiful. The park closes a little early in the evening, so I didn't have much time to explore before needing to clear out unfortunately. There is a part of the garden featuring hops and beer-helping plants. Loads of paths, lots of greenery...you can't go wrong. In the center of the park is the Palm House, which is spectacular to look at from the outside. It costs extra to go in, and I was at the end of my budget so I didn't get to go inside to see the exotic and tropical plants. If you like walking around in nature and looking at pretty things, you should come to the Botanisk Have. Also then you are close to the national art and geology museums...three birds (attractions) and one transit stop! Worth a stroll through!

Langelinie Park runs along the Copenhagen shoreline from the Espanaden in the south to the tip of…read moreLangeline Pier in the north. Among other attractions it contains The Little Mermaid sculpture, Gefion Fountain, and St Alban's Church. The park is a beautiful setting for a walk with so many attractions in close proximity. In addition, there is a playground, a pavillion that serves refreshments, and public restroom facilities available.

Took a stroll through this park on my trip to Copenhagen and it was great! Very peaceful and well…read moremaintained - would be great for picnic if I had known. Also some cool statues and history of Copenhagen. Would definitely recommend!

This is Kongens Have, the King's Garden -- spread just beyond Rosenborg Castle, where Danish…read moreroyalty once wandered. It's a broad, open expanse of green, mostly lawn, trimmed and tidy, with long walking paths that crisscross between patches of trees and neatly kept flowerbeds. Marble statues stand watch here and there -- noble, a bit weathered, as if they've seen centuries of quiet afternoons like this one. No one's playing games or picnicking or frolicking -- it's more a place for gentle strolling, for couples holding hands or locals cutting through on their way home. It's pleasant, peaceful, even regal in its restraint. But honestly? Not quite the showstopper its royal name might suggest. A fine garden, yes -- but more for the calm than the spectacle.

It's the garden of the Royal Library. This was our favorite of all the sights seen during our…read morewalking tour of Copenhagen. It's pretty much hidden from the Inner Harbour. I don't think we would have discovered it on our own. It's like one big courtyard garden that's located on the Castle Island between Christiansborg Palace and the historic Royal Danish Library. The Black Diamond (the modern extension of the library) building that you see from the harbor kind of obscures it all. It's feels like an oasis when first encountering it. That feeling multiplies when you see the koi fish swimming around the pond, and the water flowing from an impressive 26-foot-tall bronze sculpture. The architecture of the historic Library building in the background truly adds to the scenery. The fragrances coming from the flowers in this garden are amazing. I think it was the scent of the wisteria and flowering crab apple blossoms that stood out to me the most. It's all beautifully landscaped and manicured with colorful blooms. It was such a quiet and relaxing visit. I'd return again and again if I lived in this area. Don't miss this experience when passing through the grounds of Christiansborg Palace.

Beautiful little park in the middle of the hustle and bustle of a city centre. The park is…read morebasically located between the black diamond library and Christianborg. My first visit to this "garden" was back in 2013 or 2014 during the Copenhagen Cooking festival. At that time this park was full of small stands serving all sorts of food and drinks from smoked cheese, shrimps, ice cream and other food to beers from small home breweries and Danish snaps. Overall it is a beautiful little park with a fountain in the middle, a lot of benches all around, very quite and secluded. Great place to relax.

Wow what a castle. I love it, not but just packed of everything into this place. I was expecting…read morehuge big, but turned out quite simple, elegant and full of surprises. Grand, simple & elegant garden. The inside was just amazing from room after room, from one level to the next and you got to down into the jewel in the basement for the grand jewels plus others. Just simply magnificent, I didn't have time to be bored or a break from it cause everything just connect from one to another. Everything just has that cozy but yet loyal vibe. Love it, and I think this is the best & my favorite I seem so far.

Beautiful site and an easy walk from the waterfront. You can also peek at the King's Gardens out…read moreback -- immaculately kept, of course. The day pass is worth it for convenient access to the castle. Free lockers are a nice touch, and the guards with bayonets add a bit of royal drama. Inside, the halls are filled with art and artifacts -- the grand hall with the thrones and lion statues is a standout. Don't miss the Crown Jewels in the walk-in vault downstairs, complete with a step ladder for the perfect view. A truly regal visit, well worth the stop. Beautiful site and an easy walk from the waterfront. You can also peek at the King's Gardens out back -- immaculately kept, of course. The day pass is worth it for convenient access to the castle. Free lockers are a nice touch, and the guards with bayonets add a bit of royal drama. Inside, the halls are filled with art and artifacts -- the grand hall with the thrones and lion statues is a standout. Don't miss the Crown Jewels in the walk-in vault downstairs, complete with a step ladder for the perfect view. A truly regal visit, well worth the stop.

Stumbled upon this niche little park on a walk through Copenhagen. Cool structures like a seesaw,…read moreclimbing web, and even a rainbow parrot slide. I'm not exactly sure what the wall above this park was, but it added to the vibe.

This was a really cool little park with fun structures. It's like a little hidden gem right off of…read morea Main Street not far from the Absalon hotel. The architecture at the entrance between the park and the street is incredible, and I love the rope structure and the troll carving!

This is a truly strange tourist attraction. And, I use that term,"Tourist Attraction," lightly…read more It is said that this place is the home to many of those who live an alternative lifestyle in Copenhagen. They claim that this area is completely beyond the rules and the laws of Copenhagen. In some ways, that is pretty easy to see as the main street is lined with people selling weed and hash, which is still illegal in Denmark. Copenhagen is not Amsterdam. Though a bit sketchy, this city within a city is very well maintained. I am sure there is some other story going on here. ...One that we will never know. This being said, what you will find here is some of the best street art and graffiti that you will witness anywhere across Copenhagen. Of course, it is clearly stated all over the place, "No Photos." But, I'm guess that is more to keep the people dealing drugs safe and off the radar than anything else. One of the funny/interesting things I find about this location is that tour buses actually pull up to it. I don't know, maybe it's just me me, but if you are truly embracing an alternative lifestyle that all seems rather intrusive. Nonetheless, this is an interesting place. Even if all you do is look at the great street art, it is worth the visit.

Christiania is an interesting visit, away from the standard tourist perspective of Copenhagen. From…read moreoriginal art to music and craft, Christiania is open to all as an alternate self-sustaining community.

An interesting old fort that is open to the public but still in use for office space and some…read morelodging. Very close to the Little Mermaid statue.

Really lovely place for a walk around. The military ramparts are interesting and there are many…read morevarieties of water fowl. It has a cool windmill and you get great views from the elevated portions of the Park. This is worth a stop if you are in the area!

Lovely park with multiple rolling (dirt surface) paths, beautiful gardens, flowers & ponds, play…read moreareas, and lots of benches. We sat at the coffee shop inside to people and bird watch for quite awhile.

Staying at the nearby SP34, my friend and I enjoyed walked through this small park on the way to…read moreexplore the city. Gates that close in the evening guard the park and trails guide visitors past statues, trees and a small pond with a bridge with views of the city. It's a peaceful escape from the city.

So glad we went! I don't want to say too much and ruin it for you but this place is a must for kids…read moreand pretty much anyone. The views! Fun, fun, fun.

Konditaget Lüders is one of the more unique playgrounds/outdoor gyms I've seen in all my world…read moretravels. Located on the rooftop level of a design-forward parking lot in Copenhagen's Nordhavn neighborhood, there are two steep stairs you can access the playground from. Once you're at the top, a fence protects the space, but you can still see amazing views of the water and city. There are bars, climbing structures, benches, trampolines and a net that offers a view straight down into the parking garage. For a unique experience, I recommend stopping by!