
Start at City Hall Square.
Copenhagen City Hall is at Rådhuspladsen 1, 1550 Copenhagen V. Head towards the main entrance on the City Hall Square side of the building.
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From finding the entrance to choosing your photo locations, explore our local guide to getting married at Copenhagen City Hall and planning your wedding photography.
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Copenhagen City Hall · DenmarkPerhaps it’s just the two of you. Perhaps your favourite people are coming too. However you imagine it, your day at Copenhagen City Hall can feel wonderfully personal.
Practical details checked 5 November 2026. Check the City of Copenhagen’s latest guidance ↗
Whether this is your first visit to Copenhagen or you live just around the corner, a little orientation makes the start of your day feel calmer.

Copenhagen City Hall is at Rådhuspladsen 1, 1550 Copenhagen V. Head towards the main entrance on the City Hall Square side of the building.

From the main entrance, follow the hearts on the floor through the Great Hall towards the waiting area. The city says there is no need to announce your arrival: you can wait there with your guests.

If we have agreed to meet by the heart, check the exact meeting point and time in your booking details. We will confirm where to find us before your day.
Once it is your turn, the City Hall team will guide you to the Wedding Hall.
In the Wedding Hall, the ceremony is intimate and wonderfully simple: a few words, your agreement to marry, and, if you choose, the exchange of rings.
The City of Copenhagen describes the ceremony as lasting approximately ten minutes. Then there’s time for the first congratulations — and a moment to realise you’re married.
Explore the ceremony details ↗

Designed by architect Martin Nyrop and built between 1892 and 1905, Copenhagen City Hall brings Danish National Romantic details together with inspiration from Italian town halls.
Look up as you enter: brickwork, carved details and the great hall make the building feel like far more than a backdrop. It is still a working city hall — a place for civic life as well as celebrations.
Explore the building’s history ↗
You do not need to go far for variety. Depending on access and the rhythm of your day, the building itself offers architecture, intimate corners and a softer outdoor setting.

Look for the patterned floor, arches and high ceilings. A wider frame gives the architecture room to tell the story of where you married.
Good for: Walking together, congratulations and photographs with your guests.


Beautiful railings and warm architectural details make an atmospheric setting. A little movement can feel more natural than a formal pose.
Good for: A quiet portrait and a different perspective.


A green contrast to the stone and brick indoors. Garden access and opening times vary by season, so check the city’s information before planning around it.
Good for: A peaceful moment and relaxed portraits.




Spaces may be busy, closed or affected by events. We plan around the conditions on your day.

From above, the arches and the glass roof give a different perspective on City Hall. It is a beautiful setting for a quiet moment together with the building around you.
Access can vary with events and the day’s arrangements, so we will choose locations together around the spaces available.

Just beyond the bustle of the city, the garden offers a softer setting for a few photographs together. The brickwork and flowers give your portraits a sense of place.
Garden access and opening times vary by season, so check the city’s current guidance while planning your day.
Check the city’s garden information ↗
There is something special about the light beside the large window near the staircase. The dark wood, patterned floor and soft daylight make a beautiful setting for a quieter portrait together.
Look up as well: the ceiling above the staircase is decorated with birds, another detail that gives this corner its character.
As with the other spaces in City Hall, we work around the light, other visitors and access on your day.
If you would like more than a few portraits close to the ceremony, choose one nearby area and leave room to enjoy it. Additional travel and locations need to fit the coverage you agree with your photographer.

The City Hall façade and lively square create a distinctly Copenhagen backdrop. Expect changing light and people passing by as you step out into the city.

Colourful façades and cobblestones make this historic street a charming setting for portraits. Bring comfortable shoes and enjoy the walk through the old town.

The arches of Christiansborg Riding Ground offer an elegant setting for portraits. Allow extra time for the walk, and enjoy the nearby canals along the way.


Paths, mature trees and the lake create a relaxed setting for portraits after your ceremony. Allow time to travel from City Hall and enjoy the park at your own pace.
Good for: Natural portraits among trees and by the water.

Outdoor paths, seasonal plants and historic greenhouses create a beautiful garden setting for portraits. Allow time to travel from City Hall and check opening hours before your visit.
Good for: Garden portraits surrounded by plants and architecture.
Locations are suggestions rather than guaranteed access. Weather, crowds and local rules can change; we can help choose a route that fits your plans.
There is no single right way to photograph a City Hall wedding. Choose the moments that mean the most to you, and we can plan the coverage together.

Keep the story close to City Hall: the ceremony, a little time for congratulations and portraits nearby. This is a natural starting point for couples who want a simple, focused record of the day.
Consider: Choose your most important moments in advance; the available time is shared between the ceremony and portraits.

Make space for the ceremony, hugs afterwards, a few family or guest combinations and portraits together around City Hall.
Consider: Group photographs and moving between spots take time. A longer session gives the day more room to breathe.

After the City Hall moments, explore one additional area such as Magstræde or the canals near Christiansborg for a more varied story.
Consider: Choose one area and allow for travel, crowds and the pace of the walk. Additional locations require coverage agreed before booking.
Your ceremony and a few nearby portraits, captured naturally and delivered as at least 40 edited photographs in a private gallery within 48 hours. Our weekday offer is €200 including VAT, subject to availability, for one agreed 20-minute session in total. Portraits only can be discussed instead. For several family groups or a city walk, ask us about longer coverage. We confirm the timing and what is included before you book.
Explore the €200 City Hall package ↗ · Compare short and longer photography sessions ↗
See selected photographs from Kübra & Vice’s City Hall wedding ↗
This public gallery is a curated selection, not necessarily the complete collection delivered to the couple.
From the marriage notice to your ceremony date, a little preparation makes the journey feel simpler. The right application route and documents depend on your circumstances.
Depending on your citizenship and residence, you apply through the City of Copenhagen or the Danish Agency of Family Law. Use the city’s guidance to find the route that applies to both of you.
Follow the relevant authority’s instructions and check which documents you need. Requirements vary, so use the current official guidance rather than a generic checklist.
Once your marriage notice is approved, you receive a link to the Wedding Office booking system. The city notes that demand is high and waiting times can be up to four months; check its latest information before making travel plans.
Consider your guests, travel and the moments you would like photographed. Confirm the meeting point and photography coverage with us before your day, and follow your City Hall booking confirmation for arrival and identification.
Application and booking information checked 5 November 2026. Read the City of Copenhagen’s current guidance ↗
A little preparation leaves more room for the moments that matter.
Bring a simple umbrella and a warm layer in cooler months. Indoor architecture can make a beautiful alternative, subject to access.
Ask someone you trust to look after bags and coats during photographs, especially when you want a few relaxed portraits together.
If family photographs matter to you, decide on a few group combinations beforehand and let everyone know where to meet after the ceremony.
City Hall notes that small delays can happen. Allow a buffer before your next reservation, particularly if you are travelling elsewhere afterwards.
Decide whether you most want ceremony moments, congratulations, family photographs or portraits. Your priorities help us make the most of the coverage you choose.
The city does not allow rice or confetti inside or on the City Hall steps. Check the current guidance before planning your exit.
Practical information: City of Copenhagen’s official City Hall wedding page ↗
The city describes the ceremony as approximately 10 minutes. Allow extra time around your appointment for arrival, congratulations and any photographs you have planned.
The city provides two official witnesses. You may also ask two of your guests to act as witnesses; let the registrar know before the documents are signed.
The city currently allows up to 75 guests, including children and your photographer. Check the city’s guidance and your booking confirmation for current arrangements.
The city offers ceremonies in Danish, English and German. You choose the language when booking. If you need another language, check the city’s guidance about arranging an interpreter.
The Wedding Hall is on the first floor and the city says there is no lift to the room. If someone cannot use the stairs, contact the Wedding Office at least one week in advance about holding the ceremony in the Great Hall. The city describes step-free entry via the side door near the Hans Christian Andersen statue; check arrangements with the Wedding Office.
The city says guests are welcome to take photographs and record video during the ceremony. Discuss the practical details and your chosen coverage with your photographer.
There are beautiful indoor spaces to consider. Access can vary, so an umbrella and a flexible plan are useful, particularly if you also hope to visit outdoor locations.
The City Hall Garden can be a lovely setting, but opening times vary by season and events can affect access. Check the current information with the City of Copenhagen.
That depends on what matters to you. A short session close to City Hall gives a different experience from a longer photo walk. We will help you choose coverage and confirm the timing before you book.
The agreed 20 minutes are the total photography time, shared between your ceremony and a few nearby portraits. If you prefer portraits only before or after the ceremony, we can discuss that instead before you book, subject to availability.
A longer session gives you more room for the people and photographs you want to include. Several family groups, a more relaxed portrait sequence or an additional location can all take more time. A simple ceremony with a few portraits may not need longer coverage; tell us your priorities and we will plan together.
We agree the meeting place and photography start time with you before the day. The photography start time is not necessarily the ceremony time. If your ceremony is delayed or your plans change, contact us as soon as possible so we can discuss what can be adjusted.
For the latest rules on guests, accessibility, documents and your appointment, refer to the City of Copenhagen ↗.
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