Københavns Rådhus

As far as city hall building’s go, this one is very impressive. Sitting right by the dragon fountain, not far from Tivoli, it really towers over the buildings around it. At any time of the day you’ll see people getting married and milling around the main steps. It’s quite a good place to get the vibe of the city!

We were here two days in a row, in order to get married.
On our first visit, we had to show the originals of our documents to the staff, to check that we are indeed eligible to get married. On the second visit, we went up to the Wedding Hall and were married by the civil authority of the city.
The process was quick, yet it was all relaxed and warm. The people we interacted with were the friendliest people, and even though they have been doing this for many times now, their demeanor still reflect the fact that for the couples getting married, this is indeed a special occasion. It was a moment to remember, indeed.
Shall I also mention that the setting was fabulous? The wedding hall is just amazing, with its frescoes and wall paintings depicting allegories. At the end of the ceremony, they gave us a booklet explaining what the artwork was about.

Beautiful building that you’ll absolutely see when here in Copenhagen. In fact, it’s pretty hard to miss it. Take Strøget from Nyhavn to the end and there it is. Inside is a museum filled with royal furnishings to the bizarre tapestry room. Admission was cheap, DKK30 or if you want a guided tour it’s DKK50. It’s something interesting to do on a rainy day.

One of the more iconic structures in the center of the city. The plaza makes for great people watching but also a meeting point for friends staying all around town. Seems like construction is close to finishing and once that happens, the brick structure will be beautiful bolstered by the flora around it

Copenhagen City Hall is conveniently located in the Town Square. In and around the centrally appointed building, you’ll find many activities and sights. Many tour groups meet just outside the steps of City Hall and to the right of the building sits the picturesque Hans Christian Andersen statue. The main hall is beautifully decorated with Denmark’s flags. Sometimes you’ll catch recently married bride and grooms snapping shots around the halls.
When visiting Copenhagen, be sure not to miss the City Hall Tower. Climb 300 steps above the sidewalk to get a magnificent view of the mostly flat city. From the tower you’ll be able to see the port, twirling Tivoli rides and the far reaches of the surrounding suburbs. On windy days, be sure to check if the tower is open. Strong winds and gusts can close down this popular sightseeing spot like it did for two consecutive days before our visit. Tours to the tower are given Monday to Friday at 11:00 and 14:00 and Saturdays at 12:00. You can grab a ticket for 20 DKK from the office to the left of the main entrance. You’ll need this ticket before you start the climb. There’s no elevator and this is not disability friendly, so be ready to walk up all the stairs to the tower and wear appropriate shoes.