5.2.2 Attractiveness and open public space

5.2.2 Attractiveness and open public spaces

Figure 11: Stroget amenities and attractions

The major public plazas (Gammeltorv and Nytorv, Amagertorv, and Højbro Plads) along Strøget are used throughout the year for events and markets. In addition to the attractions of shopping,food, and events, Strøget also includes two historic cathedrals (Nikolaj Kirke and Helligandskirken) as well as other nearby cathedrals; Tivoli Gardens, one of the mostfamous urban amusement parks in the world, is only about 250 feet from Strøget’s western entrance; the Copenhagen public library is about 750 from Strøget; and Nyhavn, a waterfront pedestrian promenade lined with dozens of restaurants and coffeeshops, isabout 500 feet feom Stroget eastern entrance.