The Black Diamond
Den Sorte Diamant
The extension of the Royal Library: a block of polished black granite on the harbourfront, open to all and free.
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Opening hours to be checkedFreeVisit: 40 minUnder cover
AI image, an evocation
The glazed atrium opens onto the water and links the modern building to the old reading room. The library garden, just behind, is a well-kept little secret.
Our tipAn excellent shelter in a downpour. Opening hours vary from one area to another: check on kb.dk.
Visiting The Black Diamond: the essentials
How long should you allow?
Allow about 40 min on site.
How much does it cost?
Free access to the building.
How do you get there?
Metro M1, M2: Christianshavn, 10 min walk; harbour bus. Address: Søren Kierkegaards Plads 1, 1221 København K.
Is the Copenhagen Card accepted?
It is not needed for free access.
Can you go when it rains?
Yes, most of the visit is under cover.
In our routes
Nearby
- Christiansborg Palace350 m as the crow flies
- Canal tour470 m as the crow flies
- National Museum of Denmark490 m as the crow flies
- Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek610 m as the crow flies
Sources consulted on 2 November 2026