Top Things to do in Zealand
Top 10 Things to do in Zealand, Zealand
Denmark's largest island is so much more than simply the home of the country's dynamic capital, Copenhagen. Zealand also offers a delightful array of holiday homes and villas, pleasing harbors and sandy beaches, fringed by forests where castles lurk. Major destinations include the UNESCO-designated, Dutch Renaissance-style Kronborg Castle in Helsingor and the Viking attractions, cathedral and music festival of Roskilde. To the south bobs a flotilla of beautiful and relatively untouched islands.
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1. Tivoli Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25,934 reviews
From mid-April to mid-September, a world-class amusement park comes to life in the center of Copenhagen. More than two dozen rides await you, in addition to live entertainment and more than 30 eateries.
Reviewed By ScottyGee81 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Had a fantastic night at Tivoli with friends, 'Little Disney' was very well kept with beautiful gardens and water features. The rides were AMAZING, we went on The Golden Tower and The Star Flyer, also The Demon which was a super-fast thrill seeking roller coaster and Vertigo which is both scary and gets you in fits of giggles at the same time. A little dark at night along the paths etc but very different in a city centre, fully enjoyed our trip to Tivoli and would definitely go back.
2. Rosenborg Castle
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4.5 based on 9,304 reviews
The beautiful 400-year-old castle is situated in central Copenhagen's popular park, The King's Garden. The castle was built by one of the most famous Scandinavian kings, Christian IV. Today, the glory of the past can be experienced through the numerous art treasures of the previous kings and queens. Among the main attractions is the Great Hall with the coronation thrones and three life-size silver lions standing guard. The crown jewels and royal regalia sparkle behind the thick walls of the treasury beneath the castle.
Reviewed By spiegs882016 - Yardley, United States
This is a beautiful 16 th century palace with wonderful gardens, including a very impressive rose garden, all set in the midst of a pretty park. Your transported back to the time of King Christian 4 as you tour the interiors and then get to view the Royal Crown Jewels in the basement. This is a don’t miss sight in Copenhagen, the best of the palaces within the city proper. Go early,as entrance tickets are timed , at least when I visited in October.
3. Nyhavn
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4.5 based on 29,181 reviews
Copenhagen's Nyhaven, or "New Harbor," is actually steeped in a long heritage. Colorful buildings line the canal and hint at a history of small-vessel traffic. Like many ports, this strip has a salty history, rich with sailors, drinking and literary exploits. Danish author Hans Christian Andersen made his home in Nyhavn as well. It's cleaned up now and is a lovely place for a stroll.
Reviewed By michelle35car - Manchester, United Kingdom
This a beautiful area with lots of bars and shop , we went on a boat ride which was lovely Excellent Christmas markets
4. Christiansborg Slot
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4.5 based on 4,560 reviews
Christiansborg Palace is situated on the little island of Slotsholmen (Castle Island) which is surrounded by canals in the heart of Denmark's capital, Copenhagen. Denmark has one of the oldest monarchies in the world, and the palace has a long, dramatic history which revolves around the exercise of royal power. Today, Denmark is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system of governance. Under its beautiful copper roof, the palace houses the Danish parliament, the office of the Danish prime minister and the Supreme Court. It is therefore the center for legislative, executive and judicial power in Denmark. The palace also accommodates rooms for the Danish Monarchy. Focusing on the royal part of the palace, Christiansborg Palace is H.M. the Queen's working palace. This is where the Queen holds audiences, signs laws, holds banquets and receptions, celebrates royal anniversaries and receives state visits. It is a working palace where old traditions and the modern Royal Family meet. You will see dazzling halls, adorned with colorful tapestries, vast paintings, patterned floors, glittering chandeliers, and sumptuous stucco ceilings. You can explore The Royal Kitchen and see its two tons of shiny copper kitchenware. You can visit the beautiful palace chapel, stand underneath its dome and let your head spin as you gaze up at the angels in the ceiling décor more than 30 metres above you. In The Royal Stables you'll find the the white royal horses in the wintertime, and in the summertime the exhibition "All the kings' horses" - all year around you can see the Royal Family's array of carriages. One of them is coated with 24-carat gold leaf. You can also explore the underground ruins underneath Christiansborg Palace. These are ruins of earlier castles and palaces showing that the Castle Island is steeped in 800 years of power and political intrigue.
Reviewed By TA6888 - Vancouver, Canada
You can purchase a package ticket for all four attractions (Royal Reception Rooms, Fortress Ruins, Royal Kitchen, and Royal Stables) or purchase single ticket for each attraction. The Royal Chapel is free. The reception rooms are opulent, with gilded moldings, ornate ceilings, and massive chandeliers. There are many rooms to walk through and admire. The other three attractions are mildly interesting.
5. Our Saviour's Church
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4.5 based on 5,641 reviews
KIRKENs ABNINGSTIDER Dagligt kl. 11.00-15.30 Fri entre Lukket for sightseeing under kirkelige handlinger THE CHURCH - OPENING HOURS Daily 11am-3:30pm Free entrance Closed for sightseeing during services
Reviewed By 375charlottef - England, United Kingdom
Location: Located in Chirstianshavn, which is easily accessible and can lead on nicely to Freetown Christiana or a Canal Tour. Price: Free with the Copenhagen Card - If you're planning on doing lots of tourist attractions or using public transport, this is a fantastic purchase from 54Euro+. Otherwise, this is 40DK per adult. Definitely a must-do activity, the views are amazing and better than those as Rundetaarn. This attraction will test your physical fitness as you climb 400-450 steps to the very top - doesn't sound like much, but when you realise that the nice stairs at the entrance turn into steep wooden steps that decrease in size and wrap around the slightly humid and stuffy tower, then you realise how big 400 actually is. There are several points to stop as you walk up the tower, but be mindful that the large bells ring hourly, and you could be right next to them. The last few steps are akin to a ladder with a smaller door to exit from. Once out, you can walk around and view the scenery or you can continue to walk up the copper outdoor steps to the peak. If you're slightly larger or physically unfit, I would think twice about this attraction, especially in hotter weather as the tower itself is very humid. There is no elevator and once you're up, you have to come down.
6. Roskilde Domkirke
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4.5 based on 1,369 reviews
The royal burial church of Denmark and a UNESCO world heritage site. Experience a magnificent church and an architectural masterpiece. 1000 Years of Danish history are gathered here under beautifully decorated vaults and in dark crypts. Here 39 kings and queens of Dnemark lie buried. Roskilde Cathedral is just 20 minutes away by train from Copenhagen central station.
Reviewed By ali502015 - Perth, Australia
A beautiful town to visit and the Cathedral is absolutely dripping in history as it is the resting place of nearly all of Denmark's monarchs. It's a lovely Cathedral - very old but with a lovely atmosphere. Check out the clock when it chimes! Well worth getting on the train and making the visit. Very much struck by the groups of children from 2 1/2 to primary and secondary school children doing tours of the Cathedral learning about their history. Impressive! The screen behind the alter is simply stunning while the Pipe Organ and Pulpit has the date 1609 on the beautiful decorative work on the steps leading up. The Cathedral is absolutely flooded with light which takes away any semblance of a mausoleum. Well worth taking the train to visit.
7. Kronborg Slot
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4.5 based on 3,047 reviews
Temporarily closed. Kronborg is a must-see! “Hamlet’s Castle” is a magnificent experience with soaring towers, a huge ballroom, damp casemates and just 40 minutes from Copenhagen. At the narrowest neck of the sound, between Denmark and Sweden, the medieval fortress merges with the magnificent Renaissance castle and there are few sites in the world where so much drama and history is gathered in one place. Mythical hero Holger the Dane’s mighty sword meets Shakespeare’s equally mighty pen, as the spirit of Hamlet glides through the castle. No wonder this extraordinary place is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. From June to August, Kronborg comes to life! Hamlet and his family take up residence in the castle and as you explore the castle, you will tumble right into the story. The fate of Hamlet unfolds before your very eyes. This interactive live performance that will play out daily during opening hours of Kronborg Castle.
Reviewed By AriHelsinki - Helsinki, Finland
Only a short distance from Copenhagen by train to Helsingør town. Very great castle, Unesco World Heritage site and the original place of Hamlet story. The castle is renaissance style. There are royal apartments, ballroom, casemates, chapel, tapestries, fortress...There are also a café and a very nice restaurant.
8. The Black Diamond - Royal Danish Library
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By KrissDav - Cork, Ireland
A wonderful library that blends old and new style into a perfect architectural creation. From the outside, it looks like a diamond, and supposedly, on sunny days, the building shines like a diamond on the water. I cannot confirm this because it has been raining constantly during my stay. :) - I definitely envy students studying in Copenhagen because this is a place where you can find peace. Also, on the ground floor there is a beautiful little cafe. I took an Americano which was one of the best I had the opportunity to taste it.
9. Torvehallerne
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4.5 based on 2,010 reviews
Reviewed By FromTurkuWithLove - Turku, Finland
Lovely Market hall with lots of small shops that serve fresh food. Also lot of different restaurants. I would like to eat in all of them! :ø
10. Frederiksberg Slot
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 459 reviews
Reviewed By christyc316
Historically a castle but operating as a museum. Grandeur and decadence of the ballroom is awe inspiring. You can easily spend a day here enjoying the collection. Castle grounds give off the fairy tale feeling. Getting to Frederiksberg is fairly easy trip from Copenhagen by public transit.
