Roskilde County Travel Guide

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Roskilde County
Roskilde County
Photo by Allan Cardow
Photo by Allan Cardow
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Browse Viking artifacts, go sailing on a replica Viking ship and party at a music festival in a city with a long, ancient past.

Enjoy treks through a glacial landscape, a youthful rock culture and lots of Viking history at Roskilde. This is one of Denmark's oldest cities, a picturesque place at the southern end of Roskilde Fjord.

Roskilde’s origins lie back in the Viking Age, more than 1,000 years ago. This heritage is explored in several locations. Stop by the Viking Ship Museum to see tools and weapons that once belonged to these fierce marauders. Look over the five original 11th-century Viking vessels. Go to the museum’s boatyard for a sailing trip on a replica Viking ship. Visit Roskilde Cathedral, a Gothic church where some Viking rulers are buried. Within the catacombs are the remains of more than 40 Danish monarchs.

Roskilde is proud of its past, but it isn’t stuck there. There is a lot more to do and see after uncovering its history. See the work of up-and-coming Danish and foreign artists at Galleri LABR. Check out Danish and international contemporary art at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Stop by Glasgalleriet, Roskilde's glassblower gallery and watch molten glass being transformed into exquisite vases.

For shopping, go to Ro's Torv, an indoor arcade with approximately 70 stores. Head to the square in front of the cathedral on Wednesday or Saturday to explore a busy crafts market. 

Experience Roskilde’s nightlife in its cafés and restaurants, some of which are located at the harbour.  See rock performances by local bands at Gimle, a popular music venue, particularly among youths. In fact, music is a big thing in the city and it hosts several outdoor concerts. During the Scandinavian summer, the city presents the Roskilde Festival, one of Europe's largest music festivals. 

See concerts and other types of shows at Musicon, part of a former concrete factory that’s been turned into a cultural quarter. The massive space also has skate areas and a large activity park.

Roskilde is located just 30 minutes' drive west of Copenhagen. During your stay in the city, take advantage of Roskilde Fjord’s glacial landscape to explore nature on a biking, hiking or sailing trip.

Where to stay in Roskilde County

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Gundsømagle

Gundsømagle might not have many top sights, but Fuglereservat Gundsomagle So and Kirkerup Kirke are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gundsømagle
CABINN Copenhagen

CABINN Copenhagen

3 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 1, Copenhagen
The price is ₹6,644 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹6,644
₹8,306 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.8/10 (5,842 reviews)
"Good building with nice communal area, staff friendly and helpful. Good amenities in the room and everything was very clean."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

CABINN Copenhagen
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is ₹8,064 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹8,064
₹10,080 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,162 reviews)
"Ok for one night"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
CABINN Metro Hotel

CABINN Metro Hotel

2 out of 5
Arne Jacobsens Allé 2, Copenhagen
The price is ₹6,716 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹6,716
₹8,396 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,966 reviews)
Easy
"We chose it because it was close to the airport."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

CABINN Metro Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Køge Bed & Kitchen

Køge Bed & Kitchen

3 out of 5
38 Glæisersvej, Koge
Stay at this 3-star beach holiday home in Koge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Taarnet Sct. Nicolai Kirke and Sct. ...
6.2/10 (37 reviews)
"It is very awkward experience. We got the room within the family house, with the host family sharing all the facilities (including toilet and bathroom) with the guests."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2023

Køge Bed & Kitchen
Køge Bed and Kitchen-Apartment

Køge Bed and Kitchen-Apartment

3.5 out of 5
38 Glæisersvej, Koge, Roskilde Copenhagen Zealand
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Koge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Taarnet Sct. Nicolai Kirke ...
6.6/10 (23 reviews)
You Have to Stay Here
"This space was great! Plenty of room for the family to spread out, very clean. The town is small and very nice. Would definately stay here again!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2019

Køge Bed and Kitchen-Apartment
Bob W Østerbro Copenhagen

Bob W Østerbro Copenhagen

3 out of 5
31 Teglværksgade, Copenhagen
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
"This was the perfect home base for our first visit to Copenhagen. The room was comfortable and thoughtfully designed, and we really appreciated having the option to cook and eat in. The location couldn’t have been better — just a short walk to groceries and the metro, which made it incredibly easy ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Bob W Østerbro Copenhagen
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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