Botanical Garden

Visiting Botanical Garden, Copenhagen, works best with a little preparation. Central yet tranquil, the gardens welcome guests year-round, but each season offers distinct experiences: blossoming cherry trees in spring, lush greenery in summer, fiery leaves in autumn, and quiet frost-laced paths in winter. Entry is free to the outdoor gardens, though special exhibitions or entry to the historic Palm House may require a ticket. The garden’s location, adjacent to the Natural History Museum and within walking distance from Nørreport Station, makes it easily accessible by foot, bike, or public transportation. Strollers and wheelchairs navigate main paths with ease, while benches provide plenty of rest spots for everyone. Families will find space for picnics, while botany enthusiasts can linger among rare plants and tall ferns for hours, even on a rainy day.

• Best time to visit: Late spring to early autumn, mornings for fewer crowds.
• How to get there: Just steps from Nørreport Station via S-train, Metro, or local buses. Bike racks at all entrances.
• Accessibility: Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly, with accessible restrooms. Main areas feature broad, level paths.
• Average visit duration: 1 to 2 hours, though plant lovers often stay much longer.

Spanning over 10 hectares, the Botanical Garden reveals a collection both impressive and intimate. At its heart, the 19th-century Palm House glows with tropical heat and towering palms, while outdoors, flower beds and themed gardens introduce rare Arctic plants, old Danish roses, and herbs used in ancient remedies. The Rococo-style greenhouses, with arched glass ceilings and spiral staircases, create memorable photo opportunities—especially when sunlight streams through dewy windows. Quiet water lilies bloom on the central pond, and hidden benches reward those who wander off the main paths. Enthusiastic guides lead seasonal tours, sharing stories about odd medicinal plants or the origins of ancient trees. For visitors seeking something unique, the Alpine garden’s whispering groves or the living “seed bank” provide glimpses into projects focused on preserving species at risk.

• The Palm House: Victorian-era greenhouse with exotic plants and a sky-high walkway overlooking rainforest canopies.
• Greenhouses: Tropical butterflies (in summer), orchids, succulents, and more in specialized glasshouses.
• The Lake: Calm water perfect for reflection photos, surrounded by old-growth trees and aquatic plants.
• Alpine Garden: Rare mountain plants, surprisingly vibrant even in the Danish climate.
• Guided Tours: Themed walks uncover history, biodiversity efforts, and even ghost stories linked to the garden’s past.
• Historical facts: Established in 1874, the garden houses over 13,000 species and supports major conservation research in Scandinavia.