National Aquarium Denmark
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National Aquarium Denmark - by Sladjana Karvounis on Unsplash





Description
The National Aquarium Denmark, also called Den Blå Planet, is the largest aquarium in Northern Europe. It has over 50 exhibits clustered in 5 sections: the Rainforest (Philippine crocodiles, boas, sting rays), the African great Lakes (cichlids, Nile perch, village weaver birds), Cold Water (cod, puffin, sea otters), Warm Ocean with a 4m litre tank (various shark species, eagle rays, groupers, lionfish), and Evolution & Adaptation with a mangrove aquarium. The modern building was designed by Danish architects 3XN in the shape of a whirlpool's vortex.
Access & Transport
The aquarium is located 8 km southeast from Copenhagen's city centre, adjacent to the airport. The address is Jacob Fortlingsvej 1, 2770 Kastrup. There is a pay parking onsite but it is easy enough to get there by metro with Kastrup Station (M2) only a 5mins walk away. Bus #5C also goes there. Info for disabled access: https://denblaaplanet.dk/en/visit-us/disabled-access/
Instructions & Recommendations
Tickets must be purchased online for a designated timeslot. The online price is about 10% cheaper than at the ticket counter.
Environmental & Social
The building has good environmental credentials (use of sea water for cooling and some electricity produced from biofuel) and there is a strong emphasis on research and conservation projects + fight against plastic waste in the ocean. Info available here: https://denblaaplanet.dk/en/about-the-blue-planet/science-and-nature-conservancy/
Conclusion
The aquarium is a good option for families looking for a change from castles, museums or simply exploring the city. It does come at a price though, like many things in Denmark, so keep that in mind and make sure to book online before heading there.
Key positive
Impressive architecture and wide range of species
Family-friendly activity
Good conservation and sustainability credentials
Key negative
Expensive (by European standards)
Can be crowded on certain days
Suitability
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:2h 15m
Start of Season 1:Sep, 01
MONDAY10:00 - 21:00
TUESDAY10:00 - 17:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 17:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 17:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 17:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 17:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 17:00
Start of Season 2:Jun, 29
MONDAY10:00 - 21:00
TUESDAY10:00 - 21:00
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 21:00
THURSDAY10:00 - 21:00
FRIDAY10:00 - 21:00
SATURDAY10:00 - 21:00
SUNDAY10:00 - 21:00