Best Photo Spots in Copenhagen: 17 Instagram Locations You Can’t Miss

Copenhagen is undoubtedly one of the most charming and picturesque cities I’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting. Its stunning architecture can be found around every corner, with a seamless blend of modern design and historic charm. The city is bursting with culture, offering an impressive array of museums, awe-inspiring churches, and vibrant galleries. You can wander through serene botanical gardens or explore one-of-a-kind spots like Tivoli Gardens and Superkilen Park, each adding a special touch to the city’s identity. The unique vibe of Copenhagen will have you reaching for your camera at every turn, eager to capture its beauty from every angle.

N°1. Frederik’s Church & Amalienborg

Amalienborg is the residence of the Danish Royal Family. It comprises a palace surrounding the main square. At the end of the palace, you can find Frederik’s Church, also called Marble Church which is characterized by a gorgeous copper green dome. This place makes for a fantastic spot for Instagram and photography in general.

N°2. Christianshavn’s waterfront

Christianshavn offers a more laid-back and serene alternative to the bustling Nyhavn. With its charming canals and vibrant, colorful buildings lining the water, it’s the perfect spot to take stunning, postcard-worthy photos. The area’s peaceful atmosphere makes it an ideal place to relax and soak in the beauty of Copenhagen without the crowds.

N° 3. The Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden is an absolute must-visit when in Copenhagen. Spanning 10 hectares, it’s a lush, tranquil escape right in the heart of the city. One of its standout features is the Old Palm House, a stunning Victorian-era structure dating back to 1874. Standing 16 meters tall, its white and rust-colored spiral staircase makes it a photographer’s dream. While the garden itself is free to explore, entry to the Palm House requires a small fee.

N°4. Glyptotek

The Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek is an art museum built around the personal collection of Carl Jacobsen, the son of the founder of the Carlsberg Breweries. It nows comprises more than 10,000 works of art. In between the museum wings, you can find the Winter Garden. With its mosaic floors, palm trees, and copper dome, it is a perfect Instagram location.

N°5. The Little Mermaid

The Little Mermaid is the most photographed statue in Denmark with more than 4 million snaps taken every year. As you can probably guess, it is incredibly touristy. If you want to take photos in peace, you should get there early morning.

N°6. Landemærket Street

Here is another row of old, colorful houses in central Copenhagen. Landemærket Street is located right next to the King’s Garden and the Cinemateket. In the late 16th century, this street marked the border between the urban area and the last undeveloped sections within Copenhagen’s embankments. Truly Instagrammable no matter where you take the picture!

N°7. Nyhavn

This is THE most famous area in Copenhagen. You must have seen it so many times on your feed. Nyhavn is a gorgeous waterfront with a rich historical background. It used to be a gateway from the sea to the old inner city where most of the trade was made (and where apparently all the fun used to happen –wink wink-). The backdrop of colorful houses that surround the canal is picture-perfect!

N°8. Rosenborg Castle

While strolling through the oldest and most visited park in central Copenhagen, Kongens Have (literally The King’s Garden), you will come across the wonderful Rosenborg Castle. Symbol of Dutch Renaissance style, this castle is open to the public for tours and houses a museum exhibiting the Danish Crown Jewels among other Royal Collections.

N°9. The Wave at Ofelia Plads

This triangle sculpture located at Ofelia Plads is an interactive light and sound installation. It reacts to the movement of the crowd through its forty glowing triangles to create a truly unique and cool experience. Day or night, you will get amazing geometric shots!

N°10. Magstræde Street

Magstræde Street is one of the oldest streets in the Old Town of Copenhagen. This charming intricate and colorful street is among the few in the city which still feature their original cobbling. This is one of the most photogenic areas in the city!

N°11. Kastellet

Kastellet is one of Europe’s best-preserved city fortresses. Built by Christian IV of Denmark, it now belongs to the Danish Ministry of Defense. On its premises, you can find a beautifully preserved windmill. Built in 1847, it replaced another mill from 1718 that was destroyed in a storm.

N°12. The Church of our Saviour

The Church of our Saviour is located in Christianshavn. It is a fantastic Instagrammable baroque building due to its helix spire and external winding staircase that can be climbed to the top, allowing you to overlook the city in all directions. The views from the Church of our Saviour are some of the best in the city!

N°13. Christiansborg Palace

Located on the islet of Slotsholmen, the Christiansborg Palace used to be the Royal family’s home until the fire of 1974, after which they moved to Amalienborg Palace. Now, Christiansborg Palace serves as an official government building for the Danish Parliament, the Danish Prime Minister’s Office, and the Supreme Court of Denmark. The Palace, therefore, hosts all three supreme powers: the executive, legislative, and judicial powers. Don’t forget to visit the tower of the Palace!

N°14. Superkilen

This public park located in the Nørrebro district of Copenhagen is a rare and interesting mix of architecture, urban landscape, and art. It is filled with benches, swings and showcases worldwide diversity (you can find an outdoor Thai boxing ring, exercise gear from Santa Monica beach or even swing benches from Baghdad.) Super Instagrammable!

N°15. Tivoli Gardens

Tivoli is an amusement park that opened in 1843. It is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the world! This theme park is located in central Copenhagen and you can find a lot of restaurants, rides and even an aquarium. Fun fact: Walt Disney himself paid several visits to Tivoli and was so fascinated by the place that he was inspired by it for his own amusement park.

N°16. Nyboder houses & Krusemyntegade

Nyboder is a historic district of old yellow/orange houses built in 1631 by Christian IV to accommodate his Danish Navy personnel and their families. Once you are in the area, you should walk by Krusemyntegade which is a super cute, colorful and Instagrammable street. During Spring and Summer, you can find climbing roses on the walls of some of the houses in Krusemyntegade.

N°17. Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads

Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads is a public square located in front of Thorvaldsens Museum on Slotsholmen. Paved with large cobblestones and a reflecting pool, this square is an incredible spot for photography. The pool’s geometrical pattern makes for stunning and unique photos.