Frederiksberg

Overview

Frederiksberg is technically an independent municipality entirely surrounded by Copenhagen — a wealthy, green enclave known for its grand avenues, Frederiksberg Palace and Gardens, the Zoo, and a quieter, more residential character than the city centre.

Highlights

• Frederiksberg Gardens: A romantic English-style landscape garden surrounding Frederiksberg Palace, free to enter and perfect for a stroll.
• The Zoo: Copenhagen Zoo, one of Europe's oldest (1859), is located here with its famous Bjarke Ingels-designed elephant house.
• Frederiksberg Allé: An elegant tree-lined boulevard with theatres, restaurants, and apartment buildings.

Visitor Tips

• Gardens Walk: The gardens are beautiful year-round. The Chinese pavilion and the canal system are highlights.
• Combine: Walk from Frederiksberg Gardens through the Zoo area to Vesterbro for dinner.
• Duration: 1.5–2 hours.