About Odense
Odense is one of Denmark's major cities, home to around 180,863 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Odense
1
Hans Christian Andersen Museum
2
Danish Railway Museum
3
Hans Christian Andersen's Garden
4
Odense Zoo
5
St. Canute's Cathedral
Budget travel
Free things to do in Odense
Hans Christian Andersen's Garden
St. Canute's Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Hans Christian Andersen Museum
- Visit Danish Railway Museum
- Visit Hans Christian Andersen's Garden
- Eat at Emils Hot House
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Odense Zoo
- Visit St. Canute's Cathedral
- Eat at Happy Chicken
Where to eat
Local favourites
Emils Hot House
Take-away burgers, pizza & hot dogs.
Happy Chicken
Budget Chinese food. The quality is not quite as good as that in China Wox.
Cafe du Nord
Cuckoo's Nest
Stylish but relaxed cafe-bar in the front, with a courtyard restaurant in the back. Nachos, burgers, salads, fish, and tapas platters. Main
Restaurant Carlslund
- $
Restaurant Hans Christian
The restaurant’s menu showcases French and Danish specialities.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Villa A Hotel
A small 15 room hotel with a cozy courtyard and views to the park. Car charging station and free parking.
- $
Hotel Fyrtøjet
Walking distance from the train station. On-site parking.
Hotel Windsor
First Grand Hotel
Hotel Domir
Small but light, well-furnished rooms.
Nightlife
- Albani
- The Australian Bar (A-Bar)
- Birdies
- Boogies
- Carlsens Kvarter
- Christian Firtal
Museums & culture
- Hans Christian Andersen Museum
- Danish Railway Museum
- St. Canute's Cathedral
In pictures
Odense gallery
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