City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) is the central square of Copenhagen, Denmark, found at Rådhuspladsen, 1599 København V. It is an open civic space dominated by Copenhagen City Hall, whose 105-metre tower rises above the square and whose famous astronomical clock is one of the first things visitors look for.
What to see
- Copenhagen City Hall, with its tower and clock face
- The open square itself, a useful place to pause and get your bearings
- The start of Strøget, the pedestrian shopping street that runs away from the square
Getting around
The square is a major transport hub, so it is easy to reach and an efficient place to change routes. Because so many lines meet here, it tends to be busy, particularly at the start and end of the working day.
Many visitors combine a stop here with a walk along Strøget, where the shops, cafés and street life begin almost at the edge of the square. The area around it is one of the most convenient places in the city to start exploring on foot.
Is it worth a visit?
If you want a quick, central introduction to Copenhagen, City Hall Square is a natural starting point. It is less a destination in itself than a gateway: a place to see the city's civic architecture, watch its daily movement, and set off on the streets beyond. For more details, the square can be reached by telephone at +45 33 66 25 82.