Things to do in Roskilde – find the best experiences

Looking for things to do in Roskilde? Here you’ll find everything from historic landmarks and cultural attractions to unique places and popular sights. Whether you’re visiting Roskilde for a day trip or a weekend, there’s plenty to experience for couples, families and friends.

Roskilde Domkirke på en sommerdag

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Find the best things to do in Roskilde

We’ve gathered the best things to do in Roskilde, making it easy for you to find inspiration for your visit. Whether you want to explore well-known attractions such as Roskilde Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Viking Ship Museum, experience culture and history, or discover new and unique places in the city, you’ll get a great overview of your options. Here you’ll find popular experiences in central Roskilde, free activities, and recommendations for both couples and families.

Roskilde Cathedral at sunset with twin spires and colorful sky.

Churches and Abbeys

Roskilde Cathedral - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and 800 years of royal history

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Group on a guided tour in front of a red building at Musicon in Roskilde

Architecture and Urban Spaces

Discover Musicon in Roskilde: Guided tours, urban life and art

Roskilde, Copenhagen

A heritage train with passengers travelling through the open landscape of Hedeland Nature Park.

Museums

Hedelands Veteranbane - heritage railway in Hedeland

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Wooden boardwalk with railings through golden reeds at Gundsømagle Sø in warm sunlight.

Natural Areas

The bird sanctuary at Gundsømagle Lake and Reed Beds

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Viking ship under sail at sunset on the fjord

Museums

The Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Golden façade and red entrance at Rockmuseet in Musicon

Museums

The Rock Museum in Roskilde

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Visitors at the entrance to Roskilde Museum with museum shop and café in the historic museum building.

Museums

Roskilde Museum - local history for all ages

Roskilde, Copenhagen

Coastal landscape at Bolund with a narrow causeway, sea and green hill in the evening light.

Natural Areas

Bolund by Roskilde Fjord - Ice Age landscape, hiking and birdlife

Roskilde, Copenhagen