Things to do in Scandinavia

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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. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. Liseberg Amusement Park

Plummet towards the earth at g-force 4 on Europe’s largest freefall ride or test your nerve on the Balder roller coaster before enjoying live music at one of the park’s concert and dance halls. Liseberg Amusement Park has plenty of gentler attractions for young children and the well-tended botanical gardens give older visitors a chance to take a break away from the excited screams in the park.
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Liseberg Amusement Park showing rides

7. 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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Nyhavn showing night scenes, a marina and a city

8. Gröna Lund

Enjoy traditional amusement park attractions at Tivoli Gröna Lund. Ride roller coasters, explore haunted houses or take your sweetheart into the tunnel of love at this 200-year-old theme park. Watch fantastic concerts on the park’s stage and enjoy snacking on delicious fair food.
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Tivoli Grona Lund which includes rides

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Liseberg Amusement Park

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Classic rides, a freefall at top speed, lively dance halls, restaurants and a botanical garden attract people of all ages to Gothenburg’s inner-city amusement park.

Liseberg Amusement Park
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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
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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
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Gröna Lund

4/5(27 reviews)

See a concert and enjoy exciting rides, including roller coasters and Ferris wheels, at Sweden’s oldest theme park, located on an island.

Gröna Lund

Areas of Scandinavia

Nyhavn featuring night scenes, a marina and a city

Copenhagen City Centre

4.5/5(1,317 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Copenhagen City Centre. Top attractions like Tivoli Gardens and Copenhagen Christmas Market 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 King's Garden, 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

4.5/5(394 area reviews)

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 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

5/5(281 area reviews)

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

Downtown Reykjavik
Senate Square which includes street scenes

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