Historic sites

Nyhavn, Copenhagen

Denmark Capital Region of Denmark Copenhagen

Nyhavn, Copenhagen
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A 17th-century canal harbour lined with brightly painted townhouses, old wooden ships and busy cafés, the postcard view of Copenhagen. Hans Christian Andersen lived at three different addresses here.


Canal boat tours leave from Nyhavn, a good way to see the city, including the Little Mermaid statue and the Opera House. Walk on to Amalienborg, the royal palace, with the changing of the guard at noon, and the Marble Church.

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