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Royal Library (Kongelige Bibliotek)

329 Reviews

#11 of 350 things to do in Copenhagen

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Soren Kierkegaards Pl. 1, Copenhagen, Denmark

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“black diamond”(49 reviews)

“modern architecture”(6 reviews)

“black glass”(3 reviews)

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Nicknamed the "Black Diamond" for its architectural profile, Copenhagen's Royal Library also functions as Denmark's national library and stacks for the University of Copenhagen. The building houses a cafe and bookshop, and hosts exhibitions and...more

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Soren Kierkegaards Pl. 1, Copenhagen, Denmark

Indre By (Inner City)

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LauraN4130

3410

Reviewed 4 January 2019 via mobile

Impressive garden

The moment we walked in we were impressed by the symmetry of the place. The interior garden gives a sense of peace and it reminds of one of Harry Potter movies. The architecture of the place is also impressive.

Date of experience: January 2019

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Cynthia M

7211

Reviewed 12 November 2018

Beautiful building and grounds

We did not go inside but did enjoy walking around the beautiful grounds. The architecture and landscaping are interesting and lovely.

Date of experience: June 2018

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Chezsmall

Bilambil Heights NSW

15857

Reviewed 25 October 2018

GOOD COFFEE CLEAN TOILETS

We didn't actually go into the library but came across it when walking along the river. Good spot for a break and very clean toilets!

Date of experience: August 2018

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CptVonTripp

London, United Kingdom

273300

Reviewed 24 September 2018

Restful

Beautiful restful gardens surround a very pretty fountain, providing a peaceful place to sit in a busy corner of Copenhagen.

Date of experience: September 2018

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mabinho

Seville, Spain

1117196

Reviewed 12 September 2018

Peaceful gardens

took a walk and then well earned rest in the library's extensive gardens - beautiful, tranquil and very well kept.

Date of experience: August 2018

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Illinoisgal29

Washington, Illinois

9435

Reviewed 27 August 2018

Old and Regal on one side and Modern Glass on the Canel.

We visited the secret garden of the library which is beautiful with a fountain on a free yellow umbrella walking tour. Wish we had time to enter it....will do so on our next visit.

Date of experience: August 2018

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James W

Somers, New York

446181

Reviewed 16 August 2018

Nice library, but make sure you visit the gardens!

The library is nice to see, and the visit will not take too long. The entrance is through the modern building adjoining it, ie at GPS coordinates of about 55.673204, 12.582060). From there you can take an escalator up which takes you towards the old...More

Date of experience: August 2018

3 Thank James W

Jan R

Yateley, United Kingdom

68383

Reviewed 6 August 2018 via mobile

Hidden away

Hidden away with an lovely garden and terrific architecture, the majority of tourist to the Parliament buildings will never see this. Excellent

Date of experience: August 2018

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jdavida2017

New York City, New York

264

Reviewed 22 July 2018

Fantastic architecture

The wonderful old building of the Royal Danish Library now has a new addition of magnificent modern architecture. Worth a visit.

Date of experience: July 2018

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Jennifer J

Lancaster, South Carolina, United States

3112

Reviewed 11 July 2018

Beautiful gardens and great coffee shop

I did not actually go in the library but took a coffee break and enjoyed the gardens. There is a statue of Kierkegaard there. I had read about Kierkegaard but did not associate him with Copenhagen. The coffee shop is a good place for a...More

Date of experience: May 2018

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