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Copenhagen's landmark City Hall, set on bustling City Hall Square, blends National Romantic style with Italian Renaissance influences. Admire its grand façade and richly decorated interiors, and consider climbing the tower for sweeping views over the city. A must-see for architecture lovers.
Københavns Rådhus, Copenhagen's City Hall, stands on the busy City Hall Square in the heart of the Danish capital. It is one of the city's best-known landmarks, and a natural stop for anyone interested in how buildings express the character of a place.
What to look for
- The façade: The building blends National Romantic style with Italian Renaissance influences, and its grand front is worth taking time over.
- The interiors: The rooms are richly decorated, so allow time to move through the building rather than only viewing it from the square.
- The tower: Visitors can consider climbing it for wide views over the city.
Why visit
The visit suits architecture lovers in particular, who will find plenty to compare between the exterior and the decoration inside. Because the building sits on a lively square, it also works well as part of a wander through central Copenhagen, with the surrounding streets and squares close at hand for an unhurried afternoon.
For current details on visiting, the city's official page is available at kk.dk, under the "Brug byen" section, where the Københavns Rådhus information is listed.
