Esplanaden, Copenhagen

Name: Esplanaden
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#1041 among attractions in Copenhagen

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Esplanaden is a street in Copenhagen, Denmark. It extends eastwards from Store Kongensgade and runs along the south side of the city's 17th-century fortress Kastellet and Churchillparken until it reaches the waterfront at Nordre Toldbod, just south of Langelinie, passing Amaliegade, Bredgade and Grønningen on the way. It marks the northern border of the Frederiksstaden district. ()

Alternative names: Length: 1280 ftCoordinates: 55°41'16"N, 12°35'41"E

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Indre By (Frederiksstaden)Copenhagen Denmark

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Esplanaden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jazzhus Montmartre, Hirschsprung Collection, Copenhagen Opera House, Charlottenborg Palace.

0.6 miSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Jazzhus Montmartre, Copenhagen
16 min walk • Jazzhus Montmartre, tucked away in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a renowned jazz club that has been the cornerstone of the city's vibrant jazz scene since its inception in 1959. This intimate venue, often referred to as the "Copenhagen's Village Vanguard," has...
0.7 miW
Museum of work by Danish artists
Hirschsprung Collection, Copenhagen
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, the Hirschsprung Collection is a true gem for art aficionados and a testament to the nation's rich cultural heritage. This intimate museum, situated in a classical building amidst the peaceful Østre Anlæg park, offers a...
0.5 miSE
Waterside home of the Royal Danish Opera
Copenhagen Opera House, Copenhagen
13 min walk • Copenhagen Opera House, an architectural marvel and cultural beacon, stands proudly along the harbor of Copenhagen, Denmark. This state-of-the-art theatre, inaugurated in January 2005, is a testament to contemporary design and Denmark's commitment to the performing...
0.6 miSW
Contemporary art in a baroque palace
Charlottenborg Palace, Copenhagen
16 min walk • Charlottenborg Palace, a regal architectural gem, stands proudly in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. Built in the 17th century, this baroque-style palace is a testament to the grandeur of Danish royalty and a key attraction for visitors seeking a glimpse into the...
~810 ftNE
Bronze fountain depicting Norse goddess
Gefion Fountain, Copenhagen
4 min walk • The Gefion Fountain is an iconic landmark in Copenhagen, Denmark, known for its grandeur and mythological significance. This impressive fountain, which is the largest in Copenhagen and used as a wishing well by visitors, depicts a scene from Norse mythology featuring...
~700 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Alban's Church, Copenhagen
4 min walk • St. Alban's Church, locally often referred to simply as the English Church, is an Anglican church in Copenhagen, Denmark. It was built from 1885 to 1887 dedicated to the growing English congregation in the city.
~250 ftNE
Park
Churchillparken, Copenhagen
2 min walk • Churchillparken is a public park in Copenhagen, Denmark, occupying a tract of land between Kastellet, a 17th-century fortress, and the street Esplanaden.
0.5 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Skuespilhuset, Copenhagen
14 min walk • The Royal Danish Playhouse is a theatre building for the Royal Danish Theatre, situated on the harbour front in the Frederiksstaden neighbourhood of central Copenhagen, Denmark.
0.5 miSW
Islamic, European and Danish art museum
The David Collection, Copenhagen
14 min walk • The David Collection is a museum of fine and applied art in Copenhagen, Denmark, built around the private collections of lawyer, businessman and art collector C. L. David.
~570 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Designmuseum Denmark, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Designmuseum Denmark is a museum in Copenhagen for Danish and international design and crafts. It features works of famous Danish designers like Arne Jacobsen, Jacob Jensen and Kaare Klint, who was one of the two architects who remodeled the former Frederiks Hospital into a museum in the 1920s.
~1980 ftNW
Contemporary art in 19th-century setting
Den Frie Udstilling, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Den Frie Udstilling is a Danish artists' association, founded in 1891 by artists in protest against the admission requirements for the Kunsthal Charlottenborg. Modeled on the Salon des Refusés, it is Denmark's oldest association of artists.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Esplanaden?

Nearby attractions include Churchillparken, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Amaliegade 45, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Amaliegade 41, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Amaliegade 49, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Esplanaden by public transport?

The nearest stations to Esplanaden:

Ferry

Nordre Toldbod • Lines: 991, 992 (5 min walk)
Operaen • Lines: 991, 992 (12 min walk)

Metro

Marmorkirken • Lines: M3, M4 (8 min walk)
Østerport • Lines: M3, M4 (13 min walk)

Bus

Papuga (10 min walk)
Borgergade • Lines: 23 (10 min walk)

Train

Østerport (12 min walk)
Nørreport (23 min walk)

Light rail

Østerport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (12 min walk)
Nørreport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (25 min walk)