Helsingor

Travel Guide

Helsingor
Helsingor
Helsingor
Helsingor
Photo by Vee Beck

Framed by long stretches of beach and verdant forests, this Danish port town is also home to a castle made famous in William Shakespeare.

The Danish town of Helsingør faces the glistening water of the Øresund Sound, surrounded by pretty beaches and nature trails. Walk along cobblestone streets past historical architecture, visit museums and discover Nordic legends. Bike along unhurried coastal roads to beachside villages, thick woodland and picnic areas.

Start your visit at Kronborg Slot, a majestic Renaissance castle dating back to 1420. It has since been a tollhouse, a royal residence, a military barracks and the setting for Hamlet’s Elsinore Castle. Marvel at the huge ramparts, peek inside lavish royal halls and visit the spine-tingling dungeon. Notice the statue of Holger Danske, a Viking hero rumored to return to life if Denmark is ever in danger.

The pretty town center is characterized by a neat collection of narrow lanes and pedestrian-only streets. Admire colorful low-rise houses, timber-framed cottages and Gothic stone buildings. Today many double as handicraft stores, fashion outlets, pubs and cafés. Visit the 13th-century Saint Olai’s Church, medieval Carmelite Monastery and Sankt Mariæ Kirke, decorated with 15th-century frescoes.

Helsingør’s museums showcase the town’s long history. Investigate antique pottery, Viking coins and ship timber at Helsingør Bymuseum, set in a former sailors’ hospital. Learn about the town’s seafaring heritage at the subterranean M/S Maritime Museum of Denmark. Attend art exhibitions, live music events and movie screenings at Kulturværftet.

Enjoy a walk in glorious nature while following the trails of nearby woods and forests. Egebæksvang, Hammermøllen and Teglstrup Hegn are all less than a 15-minute drive away. Travel along the coastal road to beaches, such as Hellebæk Strand and Hornbæk Strand, which are uncrowded even in the summer.

Located in North Sealand, Helsingør is just a 45-minute drive from Copenhagen and well connected by public trains. Travel between the town’s major attractions comfortably on foot. Adopt the Danish style and explore areas outside of town on rented bicycles. For a change of scenery, cross the strait on a ferryboat to the lively Swedish city of Helsingborg.

Hotel Sleep2Night

Hotel Sleep2Night

3 out of 5
Industrivej 19, Helsingor
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Helsingor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,045 reviews)
"Great basic motel to start off vacation. Breakfast buffet was very complete. No refrig or microwave in room, but they held our meds for us! Very nice."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Hotel Sleep2Night
Marienlyst Strandhotel

Marienlyst Strandhotel

4.5 out of 5
Nordre Strandvej 2, Helsingor
The price is P14,183 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P14,183
per night
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Helsingor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Marienlyst Strandhotel
Danhostel Helsingør Vandrerhjem

Danhostel Helsingør Vandrerhjem

4 out of 5
Nordre Strandvej 24, Helsingor, Sealand
The price is P4,793 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,793
per night
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Stay at this 4-star beach hostel in Helsingor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ferry Terminal and Holger Danske ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (253 reviews)
Meget tilfredse!
"For 2 år siden overnattede vi første gang hos jer og vi blev hurtigt enige om at vi skulle vende tilbage. Vi har været og er meget tilfredse med det hele. Vi havde en af de små hytter til 4 pers med eget badeværelse - som vi foretrækker, da vi har børn. God service, smilende og imødekommende ansatte, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Danhostel Helsingør Vandrerhjem
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.

Popular places to visit

Things to do