Krak House, Copenhagen

Name: Krak House
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark

#637 among attractions in Copenhagen

Neoclassical architecture

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The Krak House is a Neoclassical property overlooking the square Nytorv in the Old Town of in Copenhagen, Denmark. It takes its name after the publishing house Kraks Forlag which was based there for many years. The Danish Centre for Culture and Development, a self-governing institution under the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is based in the building. ()

Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 55°40'38"N, 12°34'25"E

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Indre By (Strøget)Copenhagen Denmark

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Krak House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tivoli, Strøget, Købmagergade, Glass Hall.

~1650 ftSW
19th-century amusement park with rides
Tivoli, Copenhagen
8 min walk • Tivoli Gardens, located in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark, stands as a timeless amusement park that enchants visitors with its unique blend of tradition and excitement. Established in 1843, Tivoli is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the world...
~720 ftNE
Famed pedestrian street lined with shops
Strøget, Copenhagen
4 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...
~1500 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping district
Købmagergade, Copenhagen
8 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...
~1560 ftSW
Theater
Glass Hall, Copenhagen
8 min walk • Glass Hall, nestled in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark, is an emblematic performing arts theater that has become a cornerstone for the city's cultural life. This modern venue, with its sleek architectural design and state-of-the-art facilities, has been a hub...
~1730 ftSW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Dæmonen, Copenhagen
9 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...
~1740 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Vilhelm Dahlerup
Pantomimeteatret, Copenhagen
9 min walk • The Pantomime Theatre is an open-air theatre located in the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark. As indicated by the name, it is primarily used for pantomime theatre in the classical Italian commedia dell'arte tradition which is performed daily.
~470 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Strædet, Copenhagen
3 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.
~1650 ftE
Nightlife
Ved Stranden 10, Copenhagen
8 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.
~450 ftNW
Square
Gammeltorv, Copenhagen
3 min walk • Gammeltorv is the oldest square in Copenhagen, Denmark. With adjoining Nytorv it forms a common space along the Strøget pedestrian zone.
~570 ftSW
Nightlife, Cinema, Anton Rosen
Grand Teatret, Copenhagen
3 min walk • The Grand Theatre, located in Mikkel Bryggers Gade, a small side street off Strøget, is one of the oldest cinemas in Copenhagen, Denmark. The cinema is based in the rear side of the Palace Hotel complex on City Hall Square. The building was completed to an Art Deco design by Anton Rosen in 1910.
~180 ftNW
Square
Nytorv, Copenhagen
1 min walk • Nytorv is a public square in the centre of Copenhagen, Denmark. Together with the adjoining Gammeltorv it forms a common space, today part of the Strøget pedestrian zone. The square is dominated by the imposing Neoclassical façade of the Copenhagen Court House, which from 1815-1905 also served as the City Hall.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Krak House?

Nearby attractions include Rådhusstræde 1, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Nytorv, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Jens Lauritzen House, Copenhagen (1 min walk), Brolæggerstræde 11, Copenhagen (2 min walk).

How to get to Krak House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Krak House:

Bus

Stormbroen, Nationalmuseet • Lines: 23, 2A (4 min walk)
Stormgade • Lines: 33 (6 min walk)

Metro

Gammel Strand • Lines: M3, M4 (6 min walk)
Rådhuspladsen • Lines: M3, M4 (6 min walk)

Light rail

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

Ferry

Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (12 min walk)
Knippelsbro • Lines: 991, 992 (15 min walk)

Train

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