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Traditional
7 CHRISTMAS AT
Rides
Tivoli’s current Ferris TIVOLI
wheel dates from 1943. For six weeks between
The Roller Coaster (left) mid-November and the
was built in 1914 and is end of December Tivoli
one of the oldest of its transforms into a winter
kind. It reaches speeds of wonder land: an exciting,
58 kmph (36 mph). The no-holds-barred, Father
classic carousel is also Christmas-strewn, elf-
driven, illuminated
very popular, perfect for extra vaganza that you
adults looking for a dose and the kids aren’t likely
of nostalgia. to forget in a hurry!
Tivoli
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Akvarium
Don’t miss the amazing
aquarium in the foyer of
the Concert Hall. Based
on a tropical coral reef,
this extensive salt-water
aquarium is home to
more than 1,600 fish
of over 500 varieties.
Among the popular
attractions are the eels.
Tivoli Youth
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Guard
A tradition since 1844,
the Youth Guard parades
through Tivoli – complete
with instruments, coach
and horses – forming a
delightful picture.
Nimb Hotel
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This splendid hotel (below), housed in the
MAP H5 • Nimb building, offers a variety of culinary experi-
Vesterbrogade 3 • 33 15 ences, such as a vinoteque, the Andersen Bakery,
10 01 • www.tivoli.dk a Bar’n’Grill with primed steaks and a brasserie.
Open summer: 11am–
11pm Sun–Thu, 11am–
midnight Fri & Sat; winter:
11am–9pm Sun–Thu,
11am–10pm Fri & Sat
(hours can vary, check
website before visiting)
Adm varies (check
website for details)
• Go on the thrill rides
during the day, as long
queues can build up in
the evenings.

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