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Welcome to Odense

 - hometown of Hans Christian Andersen

Odense is rapidly evolving, and if you haven't visited in the last few years, you'll be surprised by all the new possibilities. A new H.C. Andersen House, a brand new quarter in the city centre covering the real estate that the enormous 4-lane thoroughfare used to cover, the light rail is running, exciting things are happening at the harbour and much more. 

 

At the same time, Odense also features cobbled streets and colourful little row houses in the historic quarter, fantastic and sometimes quirky festivals throughout the year and a location in the middle of the island Funen, known for its many castles and manor houses and beautiful scenery.

 

Nonnebakken med grafik

UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE

Join us when we celebrate this big honour on 30th September.

Photo: Dansk Luftfoto
Efteraar i parken

Autumn holiday in Odense

Tips for activities and attractions

Photo: Jonas Legarth

International recognition of Odense

We love Odense, of course, and luckily we're not the only ones.

Nonnebakken visualisering
Photo: 7Reasons

Forbes

Learn why Forbes believes that the Danish viking ring fortresses, including the one in Odense, will be the next big attraction in Europe.

Odense havnebad
© VisitOdensePhoto: Thomas Mørkeberg

Vogue

Read the article in Vogue, which lists the finest harbour baths in Denmark (including ours in Odense, of course)

H.C. Andersens Hus udstilling
Photo: Jonas Legarth

New York Times

N.Y. The Times includes Odense on its list of 52 places to visit in 2023. You can see why here

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Odense must sees

Familie i Påskestræde
Photo: Andreas Bastiansen

A weekend family adventure in Odense

Here is our take on of what a fun, adventurous weekend could look like, if you are planning a visit to Odense. Here are suggestions for activities, attractions and eateries and a 3 day itinerary to make the most of your precious free time with your one and only, friends or family

Family in Paaskestræde
Photo: Johan Joensen

1-day visit to Odense

Just saying - you can't see the whole of Odense in one day. But sometimes you have to make do :)

Tinderbox Music Festival
Photo: Hjørdis Jonsdottir

The biggest festivals in Odense

Odense is known for being a festival city and there is something going on almost all year round.

Landcafé Odense Smoerrebroed
Photo: Johan Joensen

10 restaurants you should try

Odense’s restaurant scene is rapidly evolving, and new restaurants are popping up everywhere.

Tilmelding
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Klik og tilmeld

Ugentlig oversigt over kommende events | Inspiration til sjove aktiviteter | Lokale anbefalinger

Editor's Choice

Andersen sculpture
Photo: Johan Joensen

The 5 best selfie spots in Odense

The best places for a selfie in Odense - some are well known others more of a local secret

Brandt's classic exhibition and sculpture
Photo: Johan Joensen

The 5 best reasons for booking a stay in Odense

If you are in doubt about where to spend your holiday, here are the 5 best reasons to choose Odense

nyt hca hus arkitektur view
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The 5 Most Visited Attractions in Odense

Are you curious about which attractions in Odense are without a doubt worth a visit?

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Bonfire in front of Storm's Pakhus
Photo: Storms Pakhus

Meet the locals

We have asked the locals what they would recommend to first time visitors to Odense.

Friends talking in Eventyrhaven
Photo: Johan Joensen

The cozy local vibe

Come and meet the locals to find out why Odense is Denmark's best place to live.

Bladet ved Skovsøen
Photo: Benjamin Dalby

Sustainable holiday in Odense

Sustainability is high on the agenda in Odense, and we would like to inspire you to a more sustainable stay in Odense. On this page, you can find inspiration and information about environmentally certified hotels, eateries with a focus on organic and local produce, and attractions that wor...

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Eventyr på Fodreisen
Photo: Andreas

Events - Whats on in Odense

Odense is known for its many events and festivals, but we also have a rich cultural life on other fronts. Odense Theater, Odeon Concert Hall, the Funen Opera and many other local forces provide a rich cultural life throughout the year.

Andersen sculpture
Photo: Johan Joensen

What to see - Attractions in Odense

Odense has lots of attractions for the whole family and especially Hans Christian Andersen, Denmark's history and art are themes where we have a lot to offer.

First Grand Facade evening light
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Accommodation in Odense

A hotel accommodation for a conference guest, a night in a B&B with personal charm, budget-friendly accommodation right in the center, a tent site, a family room? Or perhaps a day ticket for the Andersen museums or a guided tour with one of the local experts?

Who are you travelling with?

Dreng på Danmarks Jernbanemuseum
Photo: Ard Jongsma

Fun for Children and their Families in Odense

Odense is a very child-friendly city with fun attractions, restaurants with room for little people and lots of other activities. Here, the whole family can travel back in history, sail on the river and become wiser about animals and climate at the Odense ZOO.

Couple walking in Paaskestræde
Photo: Johan Joensen

48 hours in Odense - explore the city with your special someone

Our recommendations on what to do during a long weekend stay in Odense.

Brandt's classic exhibition and sculpture
Photo: Johan Joensen

What you can see in one day - for art enthusiasts

Odense offers several high class artattractions - visit e.g. Gallery Brandts, Filosoffen, Fyns Grafi

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