What to Book in Advance in Copenhagen

A per-attraction verdict for Copenhagen: what must be booked in advance and how far ahead, when tickets are released, the quietest time to visit and what it costs. Sorted by how early you need to act.

Verdicts checked 2026-09-29 · 14 verified verdicts

Book these in advance

Tivoli Gardens
Book 7 days ahead
Booking ahead is recommended
Tivoli rarely sells out but online tickets avoid long entry queues in summer.
How far ahead:
Up to a week ahead in summer, same day often fine
Timed entry:
No
Quietest time:
Late afternoon on weekdays off-season
Typical price:
DKK 155
Skip-the-line tickets Official site
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
Book a day ahead
Booking ahead is recommended
One of Denmark's most visited museums with long queues on busy days, so booking ahead is wise.
How far ahead:
A few days ahead in summer
Timed entry:
No
Quietest time:
Weekday mornings
Typical price:
DKK 145
Skip-the-line tickets Official site
Rosenborg Castle (Rosenborg Slot) and Kongens Have
Book 3 days ahead
Booking ahead is recommended
Rosenborg is popular in summer and online tickets avoid the queue at the castle shop.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
How far ahead:
A few days ahead in summer, same day often fine
Timed entry:
No
Quietest time:
Weekday mornings at opening
Typical price:
DKK 175
Skip-the-line tickets Official site
Amalienborg Palace
Book 2 days ahead
Booking ahead is recommended
The courtyard is free, but the royal rooms museum benefits from advance tickets in summer.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
How far ahead:
A couple of days ahead during peak season
Timed entry:
No
Quietest time:
Late afternoon, after the guard ceremony
Typical price:
DKK 130
Check availability Official site
Christiansborg Palace
Book 2 days ahead
Booking ahead is recommended
Christiansborg is well run and rarely sells out, but online tickets save time.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
How far ahead:
A couple of days ahead during peak season
Timed entry:
No
Quietest time:
Weekday mornings
Typical price:
DKK 165
Check availability Official site
Church of Our Saviour (Vor Frelsers Kirke)
Book a day ahead
Booking ahead is recommended
The tower climb is timed and can queue in summer, so a same-day ticket helps.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
How far ahead:
A day ahead in summer, same day off-season
Timed entry:
Yes
Quietest time:
Early morning right after opening
Typical price:
DKK 75
Skip-the-line tickets Official site

Walk in, no need to pre-book

Round Tower (Rundetårn)
Walk in OK
Walk-in tickets are fine
The Round Tower sells tickets on site with usually short waits, though skip-the-line helps at peak.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
Quietest time:
Opening at 10:00 on weekdays
Typical price:
DKK 40
Official site
Mikkeller Bar
Walk in OK
Walk-in tickets are fine
A busy bar but walk-in seating is normally fine; no advance ticket exists.
Quietest time:
Early afternoon on weekdays
Official site
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Walk in OK
Walk-in tickets are fine
A popular Copenhagen museum but tickets are normally available on the day without long queues.
Quietest time:
Late afternoon on weekdays
Typical price:
DKK 145
Official site
National Museum of Denmark
Walk in OK
Walk-in tickets are fine
A major national museum but tickets are generally available on the day without long waits.
Quietest time:
Late afternoon on weekdays
Typical price:
DKK 145
Official site

Free, no ticket needed

Nyhavn
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
Nyhavn is a public street and canal, free to wander at any time.
Quietest time:
Early morning
Typical price:
Free
The Little Mermaid (Den lille Havfrue)
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
The Little Mermaid is a public waterfront statue with no admission charge.
Quietest time:
Early morning
Typical price:
Free
Strøget (pedestrian shopping street)
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
Strøget is a public pedestrian street open to all with no admission charge.
Quietest time:
Early morning
Typical price:
Free
Kastellet (The Citadel)
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
A public park fortress open daily with no admission charge; simply walk in.
Quietest time:
Early morning before 9:00
Typical price:
Free
Torvehallerne Food Market
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
A food market with no entry fee; you browse and pay per stall.
Quietest time:
Weekday mornings just after opening
Typical price:
Free
Street Food at Reffen
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
An open-air street food market with no admission charge, pay as you eat.
Quietest time:
Weekday early afternoons
Typical price:
Free
Visit to Assistens Cemetery
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
A public cemetery park open to all with no admission charge.
Quietest time:
Weekday mornings
Typical price:
Free
Visit to Bellevue Beach
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
A public beach open 24 hours with no admission charge.
Quietest time:
Early mornings and cooler weekdays
Typical price:
Free
Freetown Christiania
Free entry
Free, no ticket needed
An open neighbourhood quarter with no admission charge; you simply wander in.
Quietest time:
Weekday mornings
Typical price:
Free

Booking questions about Copenhagen

What should I book in advance in Copenhagen?

Book these first: Tivoli Gardens (Up to a week ahead in summer, same day often fine), Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (A few days ahead in summer). Everything else can be bought on the day or is free.

Do I need to book Tivoli Gardens in advance?

It is recommended. Tivoli rarely sells out but online tickets avoid long entry queues in summer. How far ahead: Up to a week ahead in summer, same day often fine.

Do I need to book Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in advance?

It is recommended. One of Denmark's most visited museums with long queues on busy days, so booking ahead is wise. How far ahead: A few days ahead in summer.

Do I need to book Mikkeller Bar in advance?

No. A busy bar but walk-in seating is normally fine; no advance ticket exists.

Do I need to book Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in advance?

No. A popular Copenhagen museum but tickets are normally available on the day without long queues.

Do I need to book National Museum of Denmark in advance?

No. A major national museum but tickets are generally available on the day without long waits.

Do I need to book Nyhavn in advance?

No, entry is free. Nyhavn is a public street and canal, free to wander at any time.

Do I need to book The Little Mermaid (Den lille Havfrue) in advance?

No, entry is free. The Little Mermaid is a public waterfront statue with no admission charge.

Do I need to book Strøget (pedestrian shopping street) in advance?

No, entry is free. Strøget is a public pedestrian street open to all with no admission charge.

Verdicts are compiled from official ticketing policies and visitor demand and are checked periodically. Always confirm on the official site before you travel.

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