The Atlas Obscura Guide To Copenhagen

49 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Copenhagen, Denmark

Updated November 5, 2024

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Unusual Attractions in Copenhagen

Tivoli carousel.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Tivoli Gardens

Copenhagen's celebrated theme park and gardens.

Superkilen

Copenhagen, Denmark

Superkilen

An ultra-modern diversity park in Denmark has turned an entire city block electric pink.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Grundtvig’s Church

This sublime architectural marvel is a rare example of an expressionist church.

The Little Mermaid

Copenhagen, Denmark

The Little Mermaid

The de facto symbol of Copenhagen is this bronze fairytale which cannot seem to keep its head for very long.

Elephant Gate

Copenhagen, Denmark

Elephant Gate

Pre-Nazi swastikas adorn the sculpted pachyderms flanking this brewhouse portal.

The Genetically Modified Little Mermaid.

Copenhagen, Denmark

The Genetically Modified Little Mermaid

Hans Christian Andersen for the postmodern world.

"Pusher Street" in 2007, after eviction of the hash stands. A "no photo sign" remains. The hash stands have since returned. (Wikimedia Commons)

Copenhagen, Denmark

Freetown Christiania

Danish tourist destination well known for open stalls where vendors sell marijuana on the street.

View of the church and its spire.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Church of Our Saviour

Climb to the top of its spiral spire for spectacular views of Copenhagen.

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Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark

Leif Sonne's Bottled Beer Collection

The largest bottled beer collection in the world holds over 22,000 unique beer bottles.

A smoørrebrød spread.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Restaurant Schønnemann

Traditional Danish spot where the schnapps are flowing and the smørrebrød is loaded.

All hail the mightiest of snails.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Sankt Peders Bageri

Denmark’s oldest bakery is home to the 'Wednesday Snail,' one of the best cinnamon rolls on the planet.

Traditional Danish comfort food is on the menu.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Tolbod Bodega

Opened in 1787, this old-world treasure is said to be the oldest restaurant in Copenhagen.

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Statues 7

Art 6

Architectural Oddities 6

Fairytales 5

Museums 5

Towers 4

Art Outside 4

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Stories About Copenhagen

Podcast: Nasothek Noses

As clear as the nose on your face.

by The Podcast Team

October 16, 2023

The Comfort Seeds inspired Diez to become a seed saver.

The Newest Addition to Denmark’s Happiness Museum: Tomato Seeds

A seed stuck to an old shirt grew into a project that helps bereaved kids heal.

by Reina Gattuso

September 21, 2020

In late summer, Copenhagen residents can pluck sun-warmed raspberries at the edge of the city, where urban sprawl gives way to woodlands.

Copenhagen Wants You to Forage on Its City Streets

It’s part of a movement to introduce local foods to Danish diets.

by Reina Gattuso

December 3, 2019

Space10 is located in Copenhagen's fashionable Meatpacking District.

Inside IKEA’s Laboratory of Futuristic Foods

Assemble and enjoy bug burgers, mealworm meatballs, and algae hot dogs.

by Rohini Chaki

This engraving depicts Kultorvet as it appeared in the 1700s.

Revelations From a Wine Barrel Filled With Renaissance Poo

Centuries-old latrines in Denmark drop big hints about diets, trade, and health.

by Jessica Leigh Hester

Lists Featuring Copenhagen

The Paddington Bear statue at Paddington station.

The Alice in Wonderland statue in Central Park.

Mrs Mallard and her entire brood.

Dr Seuss, Cat in the Hat, and a book with lines from Oh The Places You'll Go.

9 Favorite Children's Book Characters, Immortalized in Bronze

Visit Paddington Bear, Ramona Quimby, and other childhood heroes in person.

Including Paddington Bear Statue , Alice in Wonderland Statue, and Make Way for Ducklings Statue

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