Den Blå Planet
Aquarium national
The national aquarium, a swirl of aluminium on the shores of the Øresund, close to the airport.
Independent, unofficial guide, not affiliated with the places featured.
Opening hours to be checked249 DKKVisit: 2 h 30Under coverWith children
AI image, an evocation
Sharks, sea otters and a recreated tropical forest: a safe bet with children, and a spectacular building seen from the air or the shore.
Our tipTickets by one-hour time slot, to be bought online. On Mondays, open until 21:00. Handy on your day of arrival or departure.
Visiting Den Blå Planet: the essentials
How long should you allow?
Allow about 2 h 30 on site.
How much does it cost?
249 DKK on site, 219 DKK online.
How do you get there?
Metro M2: Kastrup, 10 min walk. Address: Jacob Fortlingsvej 1, 2770 Kastrup.
Is the Copenhagen Card accepted?
Not confirmed.
Can you go when it rains?
Yes, most of the visit is under cover.
In our routes
Nearby
This place is best visited for its own sake, away from the centre.
Sources consulted on 2 November 2026