Odense

How to Get to Odense

Odense, Denmark is easily reachable via Copenhagen.

The closest airport to Odense is Copenhagen Airport, and from there it is only 1hr 45min to Odense by car or train.

The main train station is Odense Station, which takes you right into town.

What to Do in Odense

Odense is the birthplace of fairytale author Hans Christian Andersen and is the 3rd largest city in Denmark.

Take a day trip from Copenhagen to visit the beautiful Danish town of Odense! Get tickets for this memorable day trip here.

Wander the streets of Odense, stop by the main square, and enjoy the shops and cafes along the pedestrian street Vestergade!

Take a walking tour through town and learn about the city’s history while seeing the highlights! Walk in Hans Christian Andersen’s footsteps and get a sense of what Odense was like 200 years ago in Old Town Odense. This is a highly recommended tour! Reserve your spot here.

Visit the famous Danish author Hans Christian Andersen’s Childhood Home! This half-timbered house was once the fairytale author’s home, and has recreated rooms that you can explore. For more information, visit their website here.

You can also visit the Hans Christian Andersen Museum. Museum hours and info can be found here.

Take a stroll along the beautiful cobblestone streets of the Old Town.

Explore Funen Village – a recreated 19th-century Funen village with half-timbered houses, as it was in Hans Christian Andersen’s day. For hours and ticket prices, you can go to their website here.

Stop by the town’s island park in the city center, with the cutest paper boat display in the water.

Take a boat ride down the river & enjoy a picnic lunch! Book this memorable experience here.

Stop by Danmarks Jernbanemuseum – the Danish Railway Museum! This interactive museum allows you to enter railway cars, learn the history, and experience the Danish train experience. Find out more here.

Visit Odense Zoo! This zoo has been named the best zoo in all of Europe! You can visit their website for ticket prices and opening hours here.

Take a quick 28 minute car ride out of the city to the beautiful Egeskov Castle. This castle has turrets, moats, and beautiful gardens, as well as a fun playground, mazes, and a treetop high ropes course! You can get more information and tickets here.

Want to see more of Denmark? Plan a trip to Aarhus, Skagen, or Copenhagen!

Where to Eat in Odense

Restaurant Flammen is one of the most highly recommended & beloved restaurants in town.

Another favorite Danish restaurant with beautiful architecture is Den Gamle Kro A/S.

Looking for Vegetarian/Vegan options? ME is a Vietnamese restaurant serving excellent vegetarian & vegan dishes.

Café Skt. Gertrud is the #1 recommended breakfast cafe in Odense!

These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Odense according to google reviews.

While there are no Michelin star rated restaurants in Odense, here are the ones closest nearby.

Where to Stay in Odense

There are so many great hotel options in and around Odense! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere. However if you are traveling by car, you can find spectacular luxury hotels & cheaper options right outside of town as well.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Odense

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 64°F. The hottest month of the year in Odense is July, with an average high of 70°F and low of 54°F.

The cold season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 44°F. The coldest month of the year in Odense is January, with an average low of 31°F and high of 38°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Odense

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Take your kids to explore Funen Village – a recreated 19th-century Danish village with half-timbered houses! For hours and ticket prices, you can go to their website here.

Take a boat ride down the river & enjoy a picnic lunch as a family! Book this memorable experience here.

Kids will love visiting Danmarks Jernbanemuseum – the Danish Railway Museum! This interactive museum allows you to enter railway cars, learn the history, and experience the Danish train experience. Find out more here.

Visit Odense Zoo! This zoo has been named the best zoo in all of Europe! You can visit their website for ticket prices and opening hours here.

Take your kids to explore Egeskov Castle. This castle has turrets, moats, and beautiful gardens, as well as a fun playground, mazes, and a treetop high ropes course! You can get more information and tickets here.

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