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Most instagrammable spots in Copenhagen

photo_by: Thomas Høyrup Christensen

Historic charm and modern architecture rub shoulders in the Copenhagen city scape. The narrow, cobbled streets and picturesque canals are evergreens but below you'll find some good photo opts that might be new to you. 

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Church of Our Saviour
photo: Martin Heiberg

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.

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Grundtvig's Church
photo: Wonderful Copenhagen

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 cathedr...

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Superkilen park
photo: Martin Heiberg

Superkilen park

Public recreational space in Nørrebro with diversity at its heart.

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The Bicycle Snake
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The Bicycle Snake

Iconic modern bike bridge on Copenhagen's harbourside.

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The Tower, Christiansborg Palace
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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 ...

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sustainable_experienceTivoli Gardens
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Tivoli Gardens

Magical Tivoli Gardens is Copenhagen's central theme park. And one of the oldest in the world.

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Rosenborg Castle
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Rosenborg Castle

Rosenborg Castle in Copenhagen houses some of Denmark's greatest cultural treasures. The castle was built 1606-34 by Christian IV as a pleasure palace. In the basement you will find the Danish crown j...

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The architectural masterpiece 8House
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The architectural masterpiece 8House

8TALLET follows the pattern of architectural master pieces in Ørestad in Copenhagen and is designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG).

8TALLET (i.e. the number 8) follows in the footsteps of the VM Mountain...

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The Forest Tower - Camp Adventure
photo: Visit Sydsjælland & Møn

The Forest Tower - Camp Adventure

The hourglass-shaped Forest Tower is 45 meters high and the platform at the top is 135 meters above sea level. This makes it the highest accessible point in all of Zealand. From the top, you can see 2...

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Amalienborg Palace
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Amalienborg Palace

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

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Kalvebod Fælled
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Kalvebod Fælled

Vestamager offers wide expanses, where sun, light, and damp, salty earth are vital elements for the plants and animals that live on this littoral meadow.

1200 cows, deers, and horses make sure that ...

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Sailing through Christianshavns Canal in Copenhagen
photo: Astrid Maria Rasmussen
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Dronning Louises Bro
photo: Martin Heiberg

Dronning Louises Bro

Dronning Louise's Bro (Queen Louise's Bridge) connects inner Copenhagen and Nørrebro and is one of the busiest bike highways in Copenhagen. However, the bridge has also become a very popular hangout s...

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Vestre Cemetery
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Vestre Cemetery

With its almost 54 hectares, Vestre Kirkegård in Copenhagen is one of the largest cemeteries in Scandinavia. Many locals use the cemetery for walks and relaxation.

In 1870, Vestre Kirkegård cemetery w...

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King's Garden
photo: Martin Heiberg

King's Garden

Denmark's oldest royal gardens.

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