Tivoli Gardens Entry Tickets Copenhagen

Tivoli Gardens in the heart of Copenhagen

Tivoli Gardens opened on 15 August 1843, founded by Georg Carstensen, and it is one of the oldest amusement parks in the world. It stands right in the city centre, next to Copenhagen Central Station and a short walk from City Hall Square, so it is very easy to visit.

If you are searching for Tivoli Gardens tickets, this page gives you one-day entry to the gardens. Many travellers ask whether Tivoli is worth visiting even if they do not plan to go on rides. It is: the park is as much a garden as an amusement park, with atmosphere, architecture and events that make it a classic Copenhagen experience.

The gardens, the lake and the historic buildings

The gardens are the heart of Tivoli: flower beds, tree-lined paths, a lake and thousands of lanterns that glow in the evening. Look for the Pantomime Theatre, the oldest building in the park, with its famous peacock curtain, and the ornate Nimb building. Music and shows are often held on the outdoor stages, and the concert hall hosts performances through the season.

Many visitors say the best time to visit Tivoli is in the late afternoon and evening, when the daylight fades and the lights come on. A relaxed walk around the lake is a perfect way to see the park without rides, and it is a lovely place for photos, especially with the historic buildings reflected in the water.

Rides, food and what your ticket includes

Your ticket is an entry ticket to the gardens, and rides are not included. Tivoli sells ride tickets and ride passes at the park if you want to try attractions such as the classic wooden roller coaster from 1914 or the modern thrill rides. You can decide on the day whether to add them.

There are many places to eat inside the park, from casual kiosks to sit-down restaurants, so you can spend a whole afternoon and evening there. Food and drinks are not part of your ticket. If you travel with children, the gentle rides, playgrounds and shows make Tivoli one of the best family days out in Copenhagen.

Tivoli Gardens opening hours, seasons and how to get there

Tivoli Gardens opening hours change by season, as the park has a summer season, a Halloween season and a Christmas season, with closed periods in between. The booking panel shows the entry window for your date. Check that the park is open on the day you want before you choose your ticket.

Getting there could hardly be easier: Tivoli is beside Copenhagen Central Station and a few minutes on foot from City Hall Square and the pedestrian street Strøget. The Metro, buses and trains all stop nearby. It combines well with a walk through the city centre, and the airport is about a quarter of an hour by train.