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Cirkusbygningen

Cirkusbygningen
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Type of Site
Entertainment Venues, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Music, Sports & Recreation, Architecture, Local Culture, Culinary Arts
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Price: $50+
The price is for shows; the building itself is free to view.
Is there parking?: No
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Busy/High traffic
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Dinner Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Cirkusbygningen

Wallmans Circus Building

Circus Building At Rådhuspladsen


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
Jernbanegade 8
Copenhagen, 1608
+45 33 16 3700
Fax: +45 33 16 3706

Description

This beautiful building was commissioned in 1885 and designed by H.W. Brinkogff. Situated just by Rådhuspladsen, the Cirkus building burnt down to the ground in 1914 and was reconstructed in 1915. From that time on, several circuses have used the building as their performance place during the winter season, especially the Benneweis and Schumann families. Today the building is also used for concerts, theatre performances and sports events (such as badminton or boxing). The building was totally restored in 1982-84, and presents itself today in its original form, with ornaments by sculptor Frederik Hammeleff. An example is the Alexander frieze that represents classical horseracing.


What you should know before visiting Cirkusbygningen

Times & Dates

Notes: Box Office: 9am–5pm, Mon-Fri; 12-5pm, Sat.
Visit Time: 30min-3hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: How long you stay depends on whether or not you are attending a show. The building itself doesn't take long to view.
Price: $50+
Price Notes: The price is for shows; the building itself is free to view.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Vesterport Station
Best Modes of Transportation: Walking
Notes: It is right in the heart of Copenhagen and therefore easy to walk to.
Parking Availability: No


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Photo Credits:
© Joyce Somsak