Leda and the Swan, Copenhagen

#1071 among attractions in Copenhagen

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A Leda and the Swan statue, depicting the classical myth of Leda and the Swan, was from 1611 to 1795 a major landmark in Copenhagen, Denmark. The statue topped a tall column located just off the entrance to the naval Arsenal Harbour. ()

Local name: Leda og Svanen Coordinates: 55°40'19"N, 12°34'55"E

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Leda and the Swan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dæmonen, Strædet, Christian's Church, Ved Stranden 10.

0.5 miW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Dæmonen, Copenhagen
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, lies an adrenaline-pumping attraction that thrills visitors of all ages: Dæmonen. This high-speed roller coaster, located within the historic Tivoli Gardens amusement park, offers an electrifying experience with its tight...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
12 min walk • Strædet is the colloquial name of a popular shopping and café street in the Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark, linking Højbro Plads on Strøget at its eastern end with Regnbuepladsen next to City Hall to the west. The official street names are Læderstræde, Kompagnistræde and Farvergade.
~1080 ftE
Baroque architecture, Church, Nicolai Eigtved
Christian's Church, Copenhagen
6 min walk • Christian's Church is a magnificent Rococo church in the Christianshavn district of Copenhagen, Denmark. Designed by Nicolai Eigtved, it was built 1754–59.
~1940 ftN
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Ved Stranden 8 is a Neoclassical property located at the corner of Ved Stranden and Boldhusgade, opposite Christiansborg Palace, in central Copenhagen, Denmark. The building was listed on the Danish registry of protected buildings and places in 1932.
~530 ftN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Hans Jørgen Holm
Black Diamond, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Black Diamond is a modern waterfront extension to the Royal Danish Library's old building on Slotsholmen in central Copenhagen, Denmark. Its quasi-official nickname is a reference to its polished black granite cladding and irregular angles.
~1080 ftNW
Canal
Frederiksholms Kanal, Copenhagen
6 min walk • Frederiksholms Kanal is a canal in central Copenhagen, Denmark, which runs along the south-west side of Slotsholmen, together with Slotholmens Kanal separating the island from Zealand.
~620 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Vernacular architecture
The Lapidarium of Kings, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Lapidarium of Kings is a lapidarium in Copenhagen, Denmark. It exhibits a royal collection of sculptures, natural stone figures and plaster models. The museum is situated in the 400 year old brewhouse of King Christian IV.
~920 ftSW
Bridge
Langebro, Copenhagen
5 min walk • Langebro is a bascule bridge across the Inner Harbour of Copenhagen, Denmark, connecting Zealandside H. C. Andersens Boulevard to Amagerside Amager Boulevard.
~400 ftE
Bridge, Scenic walking areas
Cirkelbroen, Copenhagen
2 min walk • The Circle Bridge is a pedestrian bridge spanning the southern mouth of Christianshavn Canal in the Christianshavn area of central Copenhagen, Denmark. It connects Applebys Plads to the south with Christiansbro to the north. The bridge was designed by Olafur Eliasson.
0.5 miN
Contemporary art in a converted church
Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen
12 min walk • The Nikolaj Contemporary Art Center is an arts centre in Copenhagen which occupies the former St. Nicholas Church, one of the city's most conspicuous landmarks. It is situated on Højbro Plads a few steps away from Amagertorv and Strøget. The church building is noted for its fanciful Neo-Baroque 90 m long spire.
~880 ftN
Danish Jewish culture and history museum
Danish Jewish Museum, Copenhagen
5 min walk • The Danish Jewish Museum, in Copenhagen, Denmark, sits inside the Danish Royal Library’s old Galley House and exhibits Danish Jewish historical artifacts and art.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Leda and the Swan?

Nearby attractions include Port of Copenhagen, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Cirkelbroen, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Christians Brygge, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Applebys Plads, Copenhagen (3 min walk).

How to get to Leda and the Swan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Leda and the Swan:

Ferry

Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (2 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (7 min walk)

Bus

Klaksvigsgade • Lines: 5C (6 min walk)
Børsen • Lines: 2A (7 min walk)

Metro

Christianshavn • Lines: M1, M2 (10 min walk)
Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (11 min walk)

Train

Copenhagen Central Station (17 min walk)
Nørreport (23 min walk)

Light rail

Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (18 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (21 min walk)