Free Activities

Viking Castle Nonnebakken
The Viking castle at Nonnebakken was one of at least five known ring castles, which King Harald Bluetooth built around 980. The others are Aggersborg at the Limfjord, Fyrkat a...

Odense Cathedral was built in the 14th century. It is a Gothic cathedral with a high and bright nave, and in the crypt you will find the remains of Saint Canute, Denmark's last Viking king. The cathed...

King Canute was very a important figure in Odense's history during his reign from 1080 to 1086. Aelnoths Saga written in Odense around 1120 tells the story of the king who was killed by rebellious pea...

Odense Havnebad is located in the centre of Odense Harbour. It is shaped like a ship with a deck and cabin, making it easy to find.

More activities on Odense Harbour

Many of the buildings and places that were significant to H.C. Andersen can still be seen today. Follow in the footsteps of our famous author - quite literally, there are footprints along the entire route - and see the places / buildings in Odense related to our most famous citizen.

In Hans Christian Andersen's home town, Odense, you can see the characters from his fairy tales come to life all over the city; In parks and streets and alleys you will find sculptures by various artists, all of whom have been inspired by the author's writings.

Looking for a fun and active day out with the family? Then head to one of Odense's many playgrounds along the river! Here you'll find everything from challenging fitness playgrounds with exercise equipment to regular playgrounds in natural surroundings for both young and older children.

Go on a troll hunt in Odense - The artist Thomas Dambo, who grew up in Odense, has created one of his iconic trolls in recycled materials right here in Odense.

Næsbyhoved Voldsted in Odense is a fascinating medieval castle site with a rich history. Visit the remnants of the castle, where Queen Christine held court in the 16th century, and enjoy the beautiful...

Vesterbro Minigolf is the city's best-kept secret, and it's a treasure that has been delighting people for years, even if it's not widely known.

The secret of Vesterbro Minigolf is its accessibility ...

With the city bus you can take a trip around the center of Odense for free. The bus circles the inner city and passes each stop approx. every 20 minutes. The buses are easy to recognize - they are pin...

ART GALLERY * STORE * ATELIER * SCULPTURE PARK * FREE ENTRANCE

Visit Jens Galschiøt and experience one of Denmark's largest and most spectacular privately owned art workshops. On an area covering 800...

Experience a growing art and design museum. 'Filosoffen' is not only a museum but rather a creative meeting-place for pictorial artists, designers and the exchange of ideas. In that sense, we are open...

Art creates joy and life. The living studio has always seemed like a magnet for curious and graphic-interested people. Printmaking is magical, and we all try in turn to master this magic. We have two ...

Culture, food and experiences
The ground floor of Nordatlantisk Hus is the heart of the house, where everyone is welcome. Here, Nordatlantisk Hus offers cultural experiences with North Atlantic artists...

Sculptures and street art help set the mood in the center of Odense. See ROA's beautiful fish and bird on the silo building at the harbour, the beautiful gable portrait of H.C. Andersen in Bangs Boder and the latest addition - The City Tree mural.

Experience Odense in new and unique ways through exciting digital city tours. From historical walks focused on Canute the Holy to journeys in the footsteps of H.C. Andersen, and the Fairy Tale Sculpture Route.

The History of the Garden
The Garden was founded in 1948 by the teacher Arne Emdal and was originally owned by the Odense School Authority. It was named the "School Botanical Garden" and was used for ...

Explore Stige Island anew! In the past Stige Island was used as Odense Municipality's landfill. It is now completely cleaned up and reclaimed as a natural oasis and activity area, with multiple vantag...

The Hans Christian Andersen Forest was started in 2001 and is therefore a newer forest. Seen from the air, the forest resembles Andersen's paper cut-out "The Sun's Head" and the pattern is created by ...

For more than 100 years, gravel was mined in the Tarup-Davinde area. Today, the gravel pits form the setting for a hilly and undulating landscape with over 70 lakes. The area is a favourite destinatio...

Explore an adventurous playground in Munke Mose park with playground equipment inspired by the natural surrounding, such as butterburs, tree stumps, butterflies and birds - or does the inspiration com...

Fruens Bøge Skov (Beech Wood Forest) is a woodland park by the river. It originally belonged to Christiansdal Manor, but was purchased by Odense Municipality in 1875.

Already at the beginning of the ...

A green area
Odense is full of beautiful green areas that invite you to go for a walk, a bike ride, or sit and relax in green surroundings. One of these places is Skovsøen. Skovsøen is located opposite...

The H.C. Andersen Parade performs on the Fairytale Castle stage in the Eventyrhaven (Fairytale Garden) with the performance, "24 small and large actors, 24 fairy tales, 24 minutes = a real Odense expe...

Every evening in July and August (except Sunday), Odense's night watchmen take you on a walk through the old streets and alleys of Odense. From Vikings to poets and royalty, everyone has stories and a...

The Beautiful, the Artificial, the Wild

Some of the important ideals in the first half of the 19th century, during H.C. Andersen's time, were tied to the notions of "The Good, the True, and the Beaut...

Hans Christian Andersen Festivals

Hardly is the Flower Festival over before a new festival starts and brings Odense to a boil.

Hans Christian Andersen Festivals offer fairy tales, imagination, adventure...

Magical Days is Odense's fantasy festival for the whole family. Make your own magic wand, potion or experience the many other magical activities.