Nikolaj Plads, Copenhagen

Name: Nikolaj Plads
Address: Nikolaj Plads 32, Copenhagen, Denmark

#229 among attractions in Copenhagen

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Nikolaj Plads is a public square located at the foot of the former St Nicolas' Church, just off Strøget, in the Old Town of Copenhagen, Denmark. Most of the buildings that line the square date from the rebuilding of the surrounding neighbourhood in the years after the Copenhagen Fire of 1795. The square is a quiet alternative to the much busier squares Amagertorv and Højbro Plads. The former church houses an exhibition space and a restaurant with outdoor service and a small playground is also located at the site. ()

Coordinates: 55°40'44"N, 12°34'51"E

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Nikolaj Plads 32Indre By (Strøget)Copenhagen Denmark

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Nikolaj Plads – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Strøget, Købmagergade, Jazzhus Montmartre, Karel van Mander House.

~1090 ftW
Famed pedestrian street lined with shops
Strøget, Copenhagen
6 min walk • Strøget, nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark, stands as one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets and a quintessential shopping district. Stretching approximately 1.1 kilometers, this bustling thoroughfare is a vibrant mosaic of high-street shops, exclusive...
~440 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Købmagergade, Copenhagen
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Købmagergade is a bustling shopping district renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of retail experiences. This pedestrian street, steeped in history, is not just a paradise for avid shoppers but also a cultural...
~1150 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
Jazzhus Montmartre, Copenhagen
6 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...
~570 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
Karel van Mander House, Copenhagen
3 min walk • Nestled within the historic streets of Copenhagen, the Karel van Mander House stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This historic building, located in the bustling district of the Danish capital, is named after the Dutch painter and writer Karel...
~1180 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
6 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.
~650 ftS
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
4 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.
~340 ftW
Square
Amagertorv, Copenhagen
2 min walk • Amagertorv, today part of the Strøget pedestrian zone, is often described as the most central square in central Copenhagen, Denmark.
~390 ftS
Monuments and statues
Absalon, Copenhagen
2 min walk • The equestrian statue of Absalon on Højbro Plads in Copenhagen was unveiled in 1902 to mark the 700 years' anniversary of the death of Bishop Absalon, the city's legendary founder.
~220 ftSE
Contemporary art in a converted church
Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen
2 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.
~820 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Kunstforeningen, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Kunstforeningen, now officially called Gammel Strand after its address, is an exhibition space and non-profit membership organization located at Gammel Strand in Copenhagen, Denmark.
~330 ftSW
Square
Højbro Plads, Copenhagen
2 min walk • Højbro Plads is a rectangular public square located between the adjoining Amagertorv and Slotsholmen Canal in the City Centre of Copenhagen, Denmark. It takes its name from the Højbro Bridge which connects it to the Slotsholmen island on the other side of the canal while Gammel Strand extends along the near side of the canal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nikolaj Plads?

Nearby attractions include Lille Kirkestræde 1, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Kunsthallen Nikolaj, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Stork Fountain, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Højbro Plads 13, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Nikolaj Plads by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nikolaj Plads:

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (4 min walk)
Kongens Nytorv • Lines: M1, M2, M3, M4 (5 min walk)

Bus

Gammel Strand St., Christiansborg • Lines: 23, 2A (4 min walk)
Holmens Kirke • Lines: 23 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (11 min walk)
Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (12 min walk)

Train

Nørreport (12 min walk)
Copenhagen Central Station (20 min walk)

Light rail

Nørreport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (12 min walk)
Vesterport • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (19 min walk)