Nykøbing Falster Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic tower with a pointed roof, a church with a dome, and a yellow building with a red gate.
A waterfront cityscape with a large body of water, historic buildings, and a prominent tower.
A waterfront cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church tower, and a large yellow building.

Nykobing Falster is a Danish city that has it all:Fabulous sights that go back to the Middle Ages, animal parks, nature and a multitude of shops.

When you are on holiday in Nykobing Falster, you can experience new things every day. Let yourself be tempted by the shops in the old market street, look at the animals at Guldborgsund Zoo & Botanical Garden, learn about the history of Denmark at the Middle Ages Centre, and spend the evenings watching theatrical performances and the entertaining Nykobing FalsterCabaret.

Nykobing Falster is without a doubt Lolland-Falster's largest city, in which you will find a vibrant commercial and cultural scene set amongst several theatres, arts centres and hundreds of shops selling everything from old handicrafts to the latest fashions. Treat yourself to some shopping and relax afterwards with a cup of coffee and a delicious lunch at one of Nykobing Falster’s many charming cafés.

Besides culture and shopping, Nykobing Falster also has many interesting sights for you to enjoy during a weekend break. For example, the Guldborgsund Zoo & Botanical Garden is perfect if you are visiting with children, whilst the museum Falsters Minder, which is over 100 years old, gives a fascinating insight into the history of the city. Part of the museum is a traditional grocery shop, which looks exactly the same as it did back in the 50s.

Other fascinating sights are the Gothic Abbey Church and the Nykobing Falster Water Tower, where you can enjoy magnificent views over Guldborgsund at an altitude of 32 metres.

If you need a breather on your city break in Nykobing Falster, why not escape the city and visit Horreby Lyng, which is an idyllic raised marshland. Take binoculars along for a walk on of the many hiking trails of the area, which is a mixture of beautiful forests and lakes with an abundance of wildlife.

‘All roads lead to Rome’ – the same could almost be said for your trip to Nykobing Falster, as the city serves as a gateway to the island of Lolland and is connected with Zealand by bus and the E47 motorway. Nykobing Falster is located 82 miles south-south-west of Copenhagen Airport. Nykobing Falster is furthermore situated on the main line between Copenhagen and Hamburg in Germany, with frequent departures. How you get to Nykobing Falster is all up to you. And if you want to explore the rest of Lolland, you are less than an hour away from attractions like Lalandia and Crocodile Zoo.

So, what are you waiting for? Discover a most beautiful and charming part of Denmark.

Hotel Falster

Hotel Falster

3 out of 5
Stubbekøbingvej 150 Nykøbing Falster
The price is £134 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
£134
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Nykøbing Falster. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ejegod Molle and Bjornebronden are located ...
Hotel Falster
Milling Hotel Søpark

Milling Hotel Søpark

3 out of 5
Vestergade 29 Maribo
The price is £86 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£86
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Maribo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,510 reviews)
"clean rooms and nice brekfast"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Milling Hotel Søpark
Bandholm Badehotel

Bandholm Badehotel

4 out of 5
Havnegade 37 Bandholm Lolland
The price is £55 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£55
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bandholm. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Hvedemagasinet and Knuthenborg Safari Park are located ...
Bandholm Badehotel
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.
Beautiful home in Væggerløse with WiFi

Beautiful home in Væggerløse with WiFi

Væggerløse Sjaelland
Stay at this holiday home in Marielyst. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Marielyst Beach and Marielyst Golf Klub are located ...
8/10 Very good! (1 review)
Marielyst in der Nachsaison: sehr erholsam
"Wir waren das 3.Mal ausserhalb der Ferienzeit in dieser Region, da wir die Entspanntheit und Freundlichkeit der Dänen, die Ostseelandschaft und Erholung lieben."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2024

Beautiful home in Væggerløse with WiFi
Sea view and orangery on magical Møn

Sea view and orangery on magical Møn

Stege
Stay at this holiday home in Stege. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and balconies. Popular attractions Ulvshale Beach and Galleri Warrer are located nearby.
Sea view and orangery on magical Møn
Cottage 150 m from Beach

Cottage 150 m from Beach

Stege Sjaelland
Stay at this cottage in Stege. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Strandsøgaard Vineri and Vængesgård Strand are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Great summer house
"A beautiful house in a great location. The beach is just a few minutes walk away and the large garden is great for kids. The house was superbly renovated, spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The hosts were very friendly and helpful with some good tips on local attractions. We all really ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2015

Cottage 150 m from Beach
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.

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