Things to do in Scandinavia

Activities, attractions and tours

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1. Reykjavik Harbour

Reykjavík’s Old Harbour is the perfect place to start your visit to Iceland. Wander along the quay through quaint lanes and past renovated fishermen’s sheds that now house galleries, cafés and tour operators.
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Reykjavik Harbour showing outdoor art, general coastal views and a sunset

2. LEGOLAND® Billund

Come face to face with dragons, Han Solo’s Millenium Falcon, Mt. Rushmore and entire miniature towns at LEGOLAND® Park in Billund, the birthplace of LEGO®. As well as featuring giant LEGO® characters and creations, LEGOLAND®’s roller coasters, water rides, interactive gaming and a walk-through aquarium filled with sea creatures will keep everyone entertained.
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Legoland Park featuring signage

3. Santa Claus Village

Spend some time with everyone’s favorite festive figure in Santa Claus Village. The magical attraction is in Rovaniemi, the self-proclaimed home of Father Christmas. Here, it’s December 25 year-round and you can meet Santa on any day. This multifaceted attraction also features snow rides, restaurants and accommodations for anyone wanting to get into the Christmas spirit, even in July.
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Rovaniemi which includes a square or plaza

4. Tivoli Gardens

Denmark is home to two of the oldest amusement parks in the world and one is located right in the center of the capital. Since opening its doors in 1843, Tivoli Gardens has been cherished by the locals and enjoyed by visitors to Copenhagen. More than just a theme park, Tivoli Gardens hosts live music every day across a number of venues and is home to some of the city’s best restaurants.
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Tivoli Gardens featuring a pond, a city and night scenes

5. Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal seawater pool complex surrounded by the rugged lava and green hills of Grindavik. Relax in a spacious outdoor spa, taking in the dramatic landscape and breathing fresh ocean air. Ease any tensions, cleanse your skin and rejuvenate your senses with the Blue Lagoon’s warm, soothing and mineral-rich water.
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Blue Lagoon featuring a hot spring, modern architecture and a luxury hotel or resort

6. Nyhavn

The Nyhavn (New Harbor) area of Copenhagen dates back to the 17th century. By the early 1900s it had become a run-down waterfront, but Nyhavn is now a modern entertainment precinct full of popular restaurants. Stroll along the harbor’s edge to see some of the historic ships that still call the strait home. Then try local flavors in one of the many restaurants and bars.
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Copenhagen’s historic harbor precinct has been transformed into a quaint entertainment area full of restaurants and taverns.

What to do in Scandinavia

Popular places to visit

Reykjavik Harbour showing outdoor art, general coastal views and a sunset

Reykjavik Harbour

4.5/5(694 reviews)

Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.

Reykjavik Harbour
Legoland Park featuring signage

LEGOLAND® Billund

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Childhood was never like this! Zoom down roller coasters and discover the Earth’s cultural and natural wonders with the world’s favorite building blocks.

LEGOLAND® Billund
Rovaniemi which includes a square or plaza

Santa Claus Village

Meet jolly old St. Nick in his homeland of Rovaniemi at a meticulously detailed attraction dedicated to all things Santa.

Santa Claus Village
Tivoli Gardens featuring a pond, a city and night scenes

Tivoli Gardens

4/5(341 reviews)

This action-packed amusement park in the heart of Copenhagen is a great destination for families. It is one of the oldest theme parks in the world.

Tivoli Gardens
Blue Lagoon featuring a hot spring, modern architecture and a luxury hotel or resort

Blue Lagoon

4.5/5(540 reviews)

Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.

Blue Lagoon
Nyhavn

Nyhavn

4.5/5(535 reviews)

Copenhagen’s historic harbor precinct has been transformed into a quaint entertainment area full of restaurants and taverns.

Nyhavn
Levi Ski Resort

Levi Ski Resort

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Levi Ski Resort, a top ski area in Sirkka. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Levi Ski Resort
Avicii Arena

Avicii Arena

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Catch an event at Avicii Arena during your trip to Johanneshov. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Avicii Arena
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hofn. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's glaciers.

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Areas of Scandinavia

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Copenhagen City Centre

Known for its beautiful gardens, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Copenhagen City Centre. Top attractions like Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens are major draws. Catch the metro at Kongens Nytorv Station or Gammel Strand Station to see more of the city.

Copenhagen City Centre
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Central Stockholm

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Central Stockholm. Check out top attractions like Royal Swedish Opera and Gallerian, and jump on the metro at Kungsträdgården T-Bana or T-Centralen Spårv Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Central Stockholm
Oslo City Hall featuring a city, an administrative building and a bay or harbour

Oslo City Centre

Travellers choose Oslo City Centre for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Christiania Torv Tram Station or Wessels Plass Light Rail Station and check out top sights like Norwegian Parliament.

Oslo City Centre
Skansen Kronan which includes heritage architecture and a city

Gothenburg City Center

Travellers choose Gothenburg City Center for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Göteborg Centralst Drottningt Station or Nordstan Tram Stop and check out top sights like Garden Society of Gothenburg.

Gothenburg City Center
Reykjavik featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Downtown Reykjavik

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
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Helsinki City Centre

Noted for its museums and live music, there's plenty to explore in Helsinki City Centre. Top attractions like Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Vironkatu Station or Hallituskatu Station to see more of the city.

Helsinki City Centre