Round Tower (Rundetårn)
- Address:Købmagergade 52A, Copenhagen
- Hours:10am - 5pm Mon - Sat (open at 12pm on Sundays). Closed on Dec 24 - 25 and Jan 1
- Admission:Adults: DKK 25, Children: DKK 5
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The Rundetårn (or 'Round Tower' in English) is perhaps the best place in Copenhagen to enjoy panoramic views of the city’s skyline with its fairytale old town and many spires. The observation deck is located 35 meters (115 feet) above street level, offering an expansive view of inner Copenhagen
The tower was built by King Christian IV, the famous architectural innovator of Denmark, to be an astronomical observatory. A wrought iron lattice runs along the edge of the platform, featuring Christian IV’s monogram. The Rundetårn was mentioned in two Hans Christian Andersen fairytales and is commonly used as a metric to compare heights of buildings in Denmark.
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The Copenhagen Card was well worth it:). Really enjoyed the museums and free access to Copenhagen's wonderful transit system. Though you'll probably be on your bike most of the time like the locals:)
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Smartest thing I have done! The Copenhagen card saved me dollars as I was able to travel OUT OF TOWN on the train to see Fredricksborg Castle - a 40 minute train ride away. Also, made 2 trips to the airport, rode the bus 2 days and water taxi all around Copenhagen. This was a budget saver!
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Having the Copenhagen Card made things a lot easier for us to get around. No worries about currency to purchase transportation. We used the card for admission to a few of the castles and museums. While it may not have been as cost effective because we could not use it, it sure made things easier for us.
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The iconic Round Tower is located in central Copenhagen, about a 20 minute walk from town hall. Come take a guided tour to learn about the history of astronomy in Denmark in the 17th century and about the tower and library hall that functions as a museum today.
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