A historic amusement park with a 1914 wooden roller coaster (Rutschebanen), the Dæmonen looping coaster and a tall swing tower. The park is also lit at night and hosts seasonal events.
Tivoli Gardens is a historic amusement park at Vesterbrogade 3 in central Copenhagen, Denmark, directly beside the København H central station. Its thrill rides span more than a century of amusement design, from the wooden roller coaster Rutschebanen, dating from 1914, to the Dæmonen looping coaster and a tall swing tower that lifts riders above the gardens. The park is operated by Tivoli A/S and combines rides with landscaped gardens, restaurants, concerts and evening lighting, so it works both as an adrenaline outing and as a general visit. Skill requirements are none, but rides carry minimum height rules and sometimes age or health restrictions, and visitors with heart, back or neck conditions or who are pregnant should read the posted ride rules at the entrance of each attraction. Fitness needs are modest, though a full day on foot with queues is tiring. Equipment is not needed; visitors wear light layers and comfortable shoes, secure loose items in lockers or bags before boarding, and follow ride-operator instructions about restraints. Safety is handled by trained ride operators, inspections and posted height and health limits, and park staff coordinate with Copenhagen emergency services if anyone needs help, with first-aid points inside the grounds. Admission is charged separately from ride access: indicative prices are from about DKK 190 for entry and about DKK 379 for an unlimited ride pass, and tivoli.dk should be checked for current prices and discounts. The park opens in seasons rather than year-round, with a summer season from April to September, plus Halloween and Christmas periods with different attractions, so dates must be confirmed before travelling. The best season for rides is the summer season, when all attractions run and evenings stay light; conditions to avoid are strong wind and thunderstorms, which can pause or close the taller rides, and peak weekend afternoons when queues are longest. Visitors should plan three to five hours. The park is two minutes on foot from København H, and the lit gardens in the evening add to the experience after the thrill rides.
| Price | Admission from about DKK 190 (about USD 29); unlimited ride pass about DKK 379 (about USD 59); indicative, check tivoli.dk |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3-5 hours |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | April-September (summer season) |
| Address | Vesterbrogade 3, 1630 København V |
Activity facts
- Where
- Tivoli Gardens, beside the central station
Equipment
Light layers, comfortable shoes
Location
Vesterbrogade 3, 1630 København V
55.6736, 12.5681 View on map
Highlights
- Ride Rutschebanen, the wooden roller coaster from 1914
- Try the Dæmonen looping coaster and the tall swing tower
- Stay into the evening to see the gardens lit up
- Walk out from København H in about two minutes
Tips for visiting
- Buy tickets online at tivoli.dk to avoid gate queues
- Choose between entry only and an unlimited ride pass based on how many rides are planned
- Ride the big coasters early in the day or on a weekday evening when queues are shorter
- Check ride height and health rules before queuing
- Confirm opening dates; the park is seasonal
When to visit
Summer season weekday evenings give shorter queues and the lit gardens; avoid peak weekend afternoons.
Accessibility
The gardens are largely level and many areas are wheelchair accessible, but ride access varies by attraction; visitors should check tivoli.dk or ask staff at the entrance.
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Frequently asked questions
Does admission include rides?
Admission is priced separately from rides. An unlimited ride pass costs about DKK 379, and visitors should check tivoli.dk for current prices.
Are there height limits?
Yes, rides have minimum height rules and some health restrictions posted at each attraction.
When is Tivoli open?
It runs a summer season, plus Halloween and Christmas seasons. Dates are listed on tivoli.dk.
How long should a visit take?
Three to five hours is typical for rides and a stroll through the gardens.