Botanical Garden

Copenhagen, Denmark

The Botanical Garden in central Copenhagen is a sprawling green oasis that houses historic glasshouses, including the iconic Palm House, and a wide range of plant collections from around the world. Its free admission and generous opening hours make it an easy, rewarding stop for any itinerary.

Why choose Botanical Garden

You’ll wander paths lined with seasonal blooms while the glasshouses offer a quiet retreat from the city’s bustle. Unlike typical parks, the curated displays let you explore distinct climates in a single afternoon.

Best for: Families · Photography · First-timers

Start your Copenhagen green morning here

Begin with a relaxed walk through the Botanical Garden, then continue on foot to nearby historic sites for a compact half‑day itinerary.

1. Morning — Botanical Garden
2. 11:00 — Rosenborg Castle
3. Afternoon — The Round Tower

Visit tips

• Enter through the main gate on Østerbrogade for the quickest route to the Palm House.
• Grab a garden map at the entrance to prioritize the seasonal beds you want to see.
• Arrive early to enjoy the garden before it fills with tour groups.
• Allocate about two hours to see the Palm House and surrounding beds.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
• Best time of day: Early morning, before 10:00
• Hours: 08:30–18:00
• Entry: Free to visit
• Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
• Category: attraction
• Rated 4.6 by 7709 reviewers
• Tags: free entry, glasshouse, family friendly

Nearby attractions

• Nyhavn — attraction, 15 min walk
• Rosenborg Castle — attraction, 3 min walk
• The Round Tower — attraction, 5 min walk
• Amalienborg Palace — attraction, 15 min walk
• Tivoli Gardens — restaurant, 16 min walk
• Christiansborg Slot — landmark, 13 min walk

More things to do in Copenhagen

• Nyhavn
• Rosenborg Castle
• The Round Tower
• Amalienborg Palace
• Tivoli Gardens
• Christiansborg Slot

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